Assistant Director of Admissions (Law School)

About the role

The Assistant Director of Admissions supports all phases of the law school admissions process, from reviewing applications to representing the school at recruitment events. The role also involves counseling prospective students and developing strategies to attract a diverse applicant pool.

Key responsibilities

• Review applications and render admission decisions.
• Represent the law school at recruitment fairs, forums, panels, and other outreach events.
• Counsel prospective students on the admissions process and requirements.
• Develop and implement recruitment and yield strategies, especially for historically under‑represented backgrounds.
• Plan and execute both online and in‑person recruiting events, including occasional evening and weekend responsibilities.
• Assist the Dean of Admissions, Assistant Dean of Graduate Admissions, and Director of Admissions with special projects.

Required profile

• J.D. or graduate degree required.
• 1‑3 years of experience in admissions, counseling, recruiting, or higher‑education administration preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with applicants, alumni, faculty, staff, and students.

Required skills

• Excel
• Student information systems
• Web development technologies
• Social media platforms

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan, tuition assistance, and work‑life balance benefits.
• Employee discounts and a range of voluntary insurance options.