This position is vital in the review process for one of the nation’s largest law school applicant pools. The primary responsibility of this position is to assess applicant attributes and make admission recommendations through the use of a comprehensive rubric that analyzes academic and personal categories. This position will be deeply involved in a comprehensive, confidential application review process for both JD and graduate law (LLM and MSL) students.
Secondarily, this position will be responsible for the development and maintenance of law admissions communications, including web pages and social media platforms. The Assistant Director, Admissions will support the Associate Director in the planning and implementation of recruitment initiatives, including admitted student events, the volunteer student ambassador program, and law admissions communications, including web pages and social media platforms.
Application Review & Interviews
- File Evaluation: Evaluate JD and graduate law applicant files, including academic transcripts, standardized test scores, essays, personal statements, resumes, letters of recommendation, and supporting documents. Assess applicant attributes, evaluate credentials, essays, test scores, and supporting documents. Using a defined and comprehensive rubric, analyze files for academic rigor, writing competency, leadership potential, employability, character and fitness, and alignment with the law school's strategic plan. Render initial recommendations.
- Applicant Interviews: Create and maintain an organized system for managing an expansive applicant interview program for part-time, test-optional, and transfer students, and for pre-law advisor requests. Evaluate applicants during virtual or in-person interviews based on their prospects for success and employability in GW Law’s busy, dynamic environment.
- Applicant Counseling: Provide individual counseling to prospective students regarding the law school application process.
Recruitment Initiatives
- Recruitment Events: Work with the Associate Director of Admissions to plan and execute all aspects of on-site and off-site applicant and admitted student events and recruitment initiatives.
- Tours: Provide tours and a welcoming experience for visitors, including prospective and admitted students for all degree programs. Enhance student and alumni engagement to optimize yield and relationships with law school partners.
- On-Campus and Off-Campus Events: Knowledgeably, warmly, and effectively welcome prospective students to GW Law at LSAC forums or other select events.
- Communications: Collaborate with the Associate Director on communications matters, including text outreach, admitted student site, and web updates. Gain familiarity with LSAC outreach and CRM programs.
Other Duties: The Assistant Director, Admissions will engage in other duties as assigned, in a busy, energetic office environment. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.