Job Summary
The Career Development Office (CDO) for the University of Colorado
Law School welcomes applications for the Director for Law Firms
position! The CDO serves as the center of law student and law
alumni career-related activity. The primary purpose of the office
is to facilitate employment of law students in an ever-evolving job
market. Additionally, the office educates students about the
breadth of career opportunities for which a law degree prepares
students and the most successful strategies for pursuing such
opportunities. CDO supports the strategic career development of
students and alumni through counseling, workshops and programs, and
by enhancing the reputation of
Colorado Law and its
students.
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Director are to
support students and alumni in finding employment and help
employers find the right match among our students and alumni. The
Director takes the lead in pursuing law firm opportunities and, in
consultation with the Assistant Dean, in outreach to law firms.
Working with others in the CDO, the Director provides comprehensive
career counseling to Colorado Law students and alumni with a
special focus on those interested in law firm opportunities. The
Director is responsible for an assigned number of students and
advises students and alumni regarding careers in all legal and
non-legal settings when appropriate for the needs of individual
students or alumni.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Who We Are
At the
Colorado Law School ,
we are an engaged, diverse, and welcoming community of students,
staff, faculty, and alumni who help one another succeed. Our
selective admissions process keeps our student body small, enabling
our faculty, staff, alumni, and community to invest deeply in each
student’s success. Because we take our responsibility to educate
and train future lawyers very seriously, our curriculum, research
centers, and experiential learning opportunities are crafted to
prepare students for success in today’s changing legal
environment.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Law Firm Program Administration:
- Manage all aspects of in-person events related to the Summer
Employment Recruiting Process (SERP).
Manage all in-person events related to the Pledge to Diversity
(PTD) 1L Summer Employment Program, including supervising the PTD
Mock Interview Program and PTD Student Liaisons.
Develop, schedule and facilitate career-development-related
programs, workshops and networking receptions; stay abreast of
developments in the current legal employment market and the legal
profession.
Assist students with their application materials and
preparation for interviews and provide support and counseling
throughout the law firm interview and selection process.
Career Counseling:
- Provide strategic one-on-one and group career advising and
assistance to students/alumni; create action plans with students
and follow up with students, as needed.
- Work with individual students to develop job search strategies;
conduct mock interviews; review and critique resumes and cover
letters.
- Help students develop a professional portfolio through exposure
to different practice areas, work environments and developing
first-hand experience.
- Work with students to develop and highlight competencies
including professional skills in communication, project management,
creative problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Assist with professional development; provide guidance on
building connections and networking through individual counseling
sessions and creating professional development specific programs
for 1Ls.
Employer Outreach:
- Conduct ongoing employer outreach and establish strong
professional relationships with employers.
- As directed by the Assistant Dean, assist students in
identifying and contacting law firms of all sizes, with a focus on
small/mid- sized law firms for internship and post-grad job
opportunities outside of SERP, through the Small to Mid-Size Firm
Expo and through maintenance of the Small to Mid-Size Law Firm
Directories.
- Promote students to employers and provide students with
contacts for formal and informational interviews.
- Solicit job opportunities for postings on CDOnline from
employers and, as often as possible, match students and
employers.
Data Collection and Projects:
- Actively participate in contacting recent graduates to compile
and report graduate employment statistics.
- Work with the Assistant Dean and other staff to complete
career-related surveys for the American Bar Association, U.S. News
& World Report, the Princeton Review, and NALP.
- Maintain information regarding the current employment status of
students.
- Respond to inquiries from prospective students as requested by
the Admissions Office.
- Assume additional responsibilities as needed, such as providing
assistance to office colleagues in their primary responsibilities,
and assisting with maintaining the online database of employment
opportunities.
What You Should Know
- This role has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Friday
during regular business hours. Some evening and weekend hours may
be required for events.
- This position has the option to work in a hybrid work modality,
with 3 days a week required to be in-person during the academic
year, and 2 days per week required to be in-person during the
summer.
What We Can Offer
- The salary range is $68,000 - $88,000 annually, depending on
qualifications. Relocation assistance is available within
department guidelines.
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Calculator to see what your total rewards could be for this
University Staff position.
Benefits
At the
University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the
CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be authentic. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Juris Doctorate. An equivalent combination of education and
experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year
basis.
- One year of experience in legal practice, career counseling, or
related work.
What You Will Need
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and proven
organizational skills.
- Ability to motivate and prepare students for the job search,
including encouraging purposeful career planning, and promoting
students to potential employers.
- Ability to work independently and with numerous diverse
constituencies.
- History of, and enthusiasm for, working well with others to
help students find jobs. Excellent interpersonal, career
counseling, and programming skills.
- Must be thorough, good with follow-through, and able to manage
multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment.
- Demonstrated maturity, energy, initiative, professionalism,
positive attitude, and an understanding of the critical importance
of confidentiality.
- Able to be energetic and take a creative approach to
identifying employment options available to students and alumni,
and to be enthusiastic about facilitating individual introductions
of students to potential employers.
- Ability to be creative, supportive, and thoughtful in
problem-solving while considering varied perspectives.
- Ability to promote a welcoming environment which reflects the
broad diversity and backgrounds represented by law school students,
faculty, staff, and community members.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Experience counseling and marketing law students and/or
lawyers.
- Experience creating effective job search strategies for law
students in the current job market.
- Experience with web-based legal career research systems, social
media, and ways of using technology to be as efficient and
effective as possible.
- A network of connections in Colorado and elsewhere that can be
accessed to assist students in finding employment.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background
and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and
responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
November 8, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via
email. For consideration, please apply through
CU Boulder Jobs .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
