St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; a graduate center in Hauppauge, NY; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. 

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.  

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT

DEPARTMENT:  Law School

CAMPUS: Queens

JOB DESCRIPTION:

St. John’s University School of Law is seeking a candidate for the position of Assistant Director of Career Development. The Career Development Office at St. John’s provides proactive, student-centered placement services to J.D. and LL.M. students and alumni. Professional staff members are assigned a mix of 1Ls, 2Ls, 3Ls, and recent graduates.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help assigned students discover their areas of interest and obtain summer and permanent employment positions that meet students’ goals. In recognition of the interrelationship between academic advising, the curriculum, externships, and clinics, members of the Career Development Office liaise with faculty, alumni, and administrators on a regular basis.
• Meet with students on a regular basis, communicating opportunities and advice in-person, by phone, and by e-mail. Assist students with job search strategies, application documents, interview skills and their professional development. Develop programs, services, and materials that will assist students and alumni in developing effective job search strategies.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Superior interpersonal, writing, administrative, and computer skills; knowledge of the legal profession.
• A Juris Doctor degree is preferred but not required.
• A background in criminal law, particularly prosecution, is also preferred, as is career counseling or legal recruiting experience.
• 3 or more years’ professional experience required.

APPLICATION METHOD:

To apply, include a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and list of three references.

“ALL PERSONS HIRED ARE REQUIRED TO BE VACCINATED AND BOOSTED AGAINST THE COVID-19 VIRUS, SUBJECT TO THE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION PROVISIONS OF APPLICABLE LAW.” 

This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time. 

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. 

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. 

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any othe

Required Skills Required Experience

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance with 3-5 years of relevant work experience OR demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through a comparable number of years of applicable work experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and proficient with fundamental accounting concepts and procedures
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Excel required to improve and streamline internal processing and reporting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving, communication, interpersonal, analytical, and time management skills required
• Understanding of multi-entity accounting and intra/in-tercompany eliminations
• Customer service oriented with excellent follow up skills
• Strong knowledge and understanding of journal processing, monthly/annual closing activities, allocations, etc)
• Ability to perform account reconciliations of a complex nature
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Good problem solving and process improvement skills
• SAP system experience preferred

RRD IS AN EEO/AA INCLUDING VETS AND DISABLED EMPLOYER