The Director of JD Admissions is a senior member of the admissions policy and planning team and works under the general oversight of and reporting to the Assistant Dean for JD and Graduate Admissions. The Director supports the Assistant Dean in developing and implementing a strategy for recruiting and yielding prospective students thereby plays a key role in matriculating a JD class annually meeting the law school’s qualitative and quantitative goals. The role is pivotal in the success of the admissions office through ample student counseling and thorough file review. The director also has responsibility for recruitment and yield activities and is the lead professional responsible for coordinating on and off-site events.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develops and manages JD recruitment & yield for the law school. The Director of JD Admissions serves as the primary event coordinator, collaborating across the law school to ensure success. In addition to yield events, this position coordinates information sessions, class visits, and other on-campus programming. Strategically evaluates and makes recommendations for the overall recruitment calendar, including staffing and facilitating proper data collection & management. Ensures marketing efforts are synergistic with recruitment and yield utilizing available technologies including Unite and HubSpot CRM.
Maintains a national recruitment schedule and is responsible for at least 30% of all admissions travel. Develops relationships with prelaw advisors and prelaw groups at colleges around the country to promote Seton Hall Law.
Evaluates, provides comments, and recommends decisions for approximately half the JD applicant pool. Requires analysis of LSAT scores, transcripts, and careful attention to the detail of personal statements, recommendations, resumes and other applicant data. The director may serve as a primary or secondary reviewer.
One of the law school’s primary admissions recruiters and counselors. Engages in substantial contact, in person and virtually, with individuals at all stages of the admissions process, particularly communicating the rigors of attending law school and pursuing a legal career.
Recruits, selects and manages work-study students/student counselors and admissions ambassadors. Responsible for the administration and development of the admissions ambassadors program and their proper inclusion in recruitment and yield activities. Ensure proper training for all students involved in the admissions process.
Manages the Unite database for the office ensuring that data is properly collected, and cycle infrastructure is maintained in accordance with law school policy and allow for proper analysis and forecasting.
Supports other projects as assigned by the Assistant Dean and performs other related responsibilities and functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Masters in Higher Education, or related field. Applicants with a combination of education and experience will also be considered.
3-5 years of experience in higher education and/or strong familiarity with law school environment/student population.
Desired Qualifications:
J.D.
Familiarity with law practice is desirable
Salary Range:
$68,000 - $93,500
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please include three references in your application.
Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits
Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.
These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.
Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
