<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>Assistant Dean of Career and Professional Development, LeadershipDepartment:LAW School of Law</p> <p>Advertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time:Full Time</p> <p>About UofSC</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job Summary</p> <p>This senior administrative position oversees all aspects of career development, job placement, employer outreach, and professional mentoring for all law students. In addition, this role involves promoting leadership opportunities for students and directing strategic planning, as well as the Career and Professional Development (C&PD) staff's professional growth. The Assistant Dean is a member of the law school's leadership team, collaborating across departments to develop and implement strategies that promote student success and employment outcomes.</p> <p>The Assistant Dean will work closely with students, faculty, and alumni to create and provide programming, resources, and strategies for individual career development and networking, building strong relationships that foster career growth, professional development, and job placement success.</p> <p>In addition to overseeing the day-to-day office activities, the Assistant Dean is also responsible for leading staff in designing and executing career and professional development and leadership programs, building and maintaining relationships with employers, alumni, and external constituents, and developing and expanding alumni and employer outreach programs. The Assistant Dean will collaborate with internal constituents and will be responsible for the annual graduate employment reporting. This role requires someone with extensive experience with career development, legal practice, and JD Advantage careers, and a deep understanding of the evolving job market for law graduates locally, regionally, and nationally. It requires an individual with proven leadership experience and a high level of energy and commitment.</p> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>This role requires someone with extensive experience with career development, legal practice, and JD Advantage careers, and a deep understanding of the evolving job market for law graduates locally, regionally, and nationally. </li><li>It requires an individual with proven leadership experience and a high level of energy and commitment. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>JD preferred with extensive law firm experience. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>Job Close Date</p> <p>06/19/2026</p> <p>Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. 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. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 19, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Health and Life Insurance </li><li>Retirement Programs </li><li>Paid Tuition </li><li>Dependent Scholarships </li><li>Annual Leave </li><li>Sick Leave </li><li>13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) </li><li>Paid Parental Leave </li><li>Professional Development Opportunities </li></ul> <p>Clickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C01%7CKURTRS%40email.sc.edu%7Ceca45df616784275e15908dab2a706ac%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C638018727680845870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=j6sQGvabHDZHDmRBFwMrq8P8QCuDmChuJ%2FH5%2F8hDRUw%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC .</p> <p>To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7133202EEO Statement</p> <p>The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.</p> <p>Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. 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