Special Advisor to the Dean for Career Development

Special Advisor to the Dean for Career Development University of South Carolina, United States about 11 hours ago

Location:

Columbia, SOUTH

CAROLINA

Job Type:

PartTime

Deadline:

26 May 2026 Posting Summary Logo Posting Number

TMP00865PO26

Job Code Title Director Advertised Title Special Advisor to the Dean for Career Development Campus Columbia College/Division School of Law Department LAW School of Law Salary 72000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Part Time Hours per Week 20 Work Schedule Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Job Search Category Other Professional About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Benefits for Temporary Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc. Position Description Advertised Job Summary The Special Advisor to the Dean for Career Development will work under limited direction of the Dean of the Joseph F. Rice School of Law to build and strengthen relationships with large law firms in area markets such as Charlotte, Atlanta, and New York. This Special Advisor to the Dean will develop an employment success plan for all incoming 1Ls and Fall 2006 1Ls to include recruitment events, programming, and direction to the law school on current recruiting trends. Finally, the Special Advisor will assess the needs and structure of the law school's Office of Career and Professional Development, recommending changes to the Dean based on his or her findings and expertise. The appointment term is expected to be May 1 through November 30, 2026, and will require a minimum of two weeks per month, split between travel to law firms and on-site work in the law school. Qualifications Must have a Juris Doctorate and 20 years of legal experience. Job Duties Job Duty The Special Advisor to the Dean for Career Development will build and strengthen relationships between the Rice School of Law and employers. The advisor will develop relationships with a minimum of 25 mutually agreed-upon law firms from the AMLaw 100 list to expand the Law School's relationships with large law firms in the Charlotte, Atlanta, and New York markets, among others. In addition, the Special Advisor will connect with other firms and employers from a provided list of approximately 300 to develop an understanding of those employers' needs and preferences. All this work will create a foundation for ongoing relationship-building by the incoming Assistant Dean for Career Development and Leadership. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty The Special Advisor will also develop a plan for incoming 1L students to best position them for employment success in a rapidly changing legal employment market. This work will include advising the law school on current legal recruiting trends, particularly for large law firms, designing and hosting recruitment events, and including programming and events for incoming 1Ls and 1Ls during the fall. In addition to working directly with C&PD, the Special Advisor will partner with the Associate Dean for Strategic and Institutional Priorities, the Alumni Relations Officer, and the Distinguished Professor of Practice and Public Service to coordinate employer outreach plans and related programming. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty During the appointment, the Special Advisor will assess the needs and structure of the Office of Career and Professional Development and recommend changes to the Dean, including enhancements of and modifications to existing roles and responsibilities. These recommendations should support an effective transition to the new Assistant Dean of Career and Professional Development and Leadership. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 06/01/2026 Proposed End Date 11/30/2026 Job Open Date 05/19/2026 Job Close Date 05/26/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. Quicklink for Posting uscjobs.sc/postings/206464 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential