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Assistant Dean for J.D. Admissions, School of Law
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Position Number: 5503332
Location: San Francisco, CA
Position Type: Deans - Law and Legal Studies

Assistant Dean for J.D. Admissions, School of Law
University of San Francisco

R0009672
USF Hilltop Campus

Job Title:
Assistant Dean for J.D. Admissions, School of Law

Job Summary:
The University of San Francisco School of Law is in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic and progressive cities, which gives our community a global perspective and access to a vibrant legal community, premier arts and culture, as well as centers of innovation in tech, finance, environmental justice, and more. The campus is located in a beautiful neighborhood just north of Golden Gate Park and halfway between Ocean Beach and the Financial District.

The University of San Francisco School of Law is steeped in the hallmarks of a Jesuit education with an unwavering commitment to social responsibility and justice and focus on the training of skilled, ethical, and community-engaged lawyers. The Law School has a proud 110-year history of preparing its diverse graduates to be excellent and ethical attorneys who serve their clients and communities with integrity and in a socially responsible manner.

The University of San Francisco School of Law is seeking experienced and data-centric applicants for the position of Assistant Dean for J.D. Admissions. The Assistant Dean is responsible for ensuring the enrollment of a qualified diverse student body to the law school's J.D. program.

The Assistant Dean for J.D. Admissions develops comprehensive recruitment, admissions, and yield strategies in conjunction with the Assistant Dean of Strategic Enrollment Management. Reporting to the Dean, the Assistant Dean leads execution of those strategies and manages the Admissions Office staff and all aspects of J.D. Admissions in support of the law school's enrollment goals. The Assistant Dean is responsible for managing data collection and analysis, developing and monitoring the admission's budget, and ensuring compliance with admissions policies and best practices. The Assistant Dean represents the law school on select university committees and at national and international conferences.

Full Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

Admissions Strategy and Planning

Support the Dean and the Assistant Dean of Strategic Enrollment Management in developing annual enrollment goals for the J.D. program.
Develop and implement recruiting and yield plans to achieve enrollment goals in partnership with admissions staff.
Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Strategic Enrollment Management and the Marketing Strategist on admissions marketing and make recommendations for improvement and consistency with messaging and strategy across programs.
In conjunction with the Dean, the Assistant Dean of Strategic Enrollment Management, and the Senior Director of Administration and Finance, develop, monitor, and revise scholarship/discounting strategies to attract students, achieve enrollment and net revenue goals, while being sensitive to market trends.

Recruitment and Admissions

Recruit and counsel applicants, students, parents, alumni, university administrators and others on matters relating to the J.D. programs, policies, and admissions, including general financial aid matters and law school scholarships, as needed.
Develop and manage the application review process to ensure timely file review and decision-making. Review applications for admissions; draft admissions correspondence to include marketing communications, applicant correspondence, and decision notifications; award scholarships; and manage scholarship negotiation requests.
Oversee the Admissions Committee to ensure that committee members are familiar with processes, timelines, and general admissions goals for the cycle. Serve as a member of the Admissions Committee.
Provide regular reports to the Assistant Dean of Strategic Enrollment Management on enrollment funnel. Implement strategic use of the customer relationship management (CRM) system.

Management and General Responsibilities

Hire, train, and lead J.D. admissions staff. Oversee and manage daily operations of the admissions team. Conduct department appraisals and establish a culture of professional development and coaching within the department.
Develop and manage the budget for the Admissions Office, including scholarships, travel, recruitment, operations, and professional development.
Oversee data collection for recruiting and admissions priorities and for compliance with various accrediting bodies and reporting agencies such as the American Bar Association.
Stay updated on legislation, policies, studies and other materials for compliance purposes and to implement best practices.
Participate in regional and national professional organizations such as LSAC, AALS, ABA, and pre-law organizations. Attend the annual LSAC conference and other national and international conferences as needed.
Serve on law school and university committees, such as the Graduate Admissions Committee, as requested by the Dean.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Understanding and commitment to USF's mission, vision, and values. Must possess a strong equity lens, cultural humility and a proven ability to work with a diverse student body, faculty and staff.
A J.D. from an ABA accredited School of Law, at least three years of progressively responsible experience in law school admissions, and 5-7 years of overall professional work experience; or a B.A./B.S. and at least six years of progressively responsible experience in law school admissions.
Understanding of legal education on a regional and national level as demonstrated by significant experience at other law schools, through service to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), the American Bar Association (ABA), regional pre-law advising organizations, and/or similar organizations.
Knowledge of the local and national legal markets, and understanding of multi-channel marketing and recruitment strategies.
Understanding and experience in developing and executing strategic planning, and understanding of tuition discounting and enrollment projection modeling.
Excellent judgment and respect for confidentiality; strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently.
Experience supervising and mentoring staff; excellent leadership, interpersonal and team-building skills.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and other software programs) is required. Familiarity with Unite and SLATE Admissions Database software is preferred.
Extensive budget and project management experience. High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability and willingness to travel (up to 50% of the time), and the ability to consistently participate in evening and weekend recruiting and other events.

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time

Pay Rate:
Salary

Salary Range :
$150,000 - $165,000 annualized; commensurate with experience

To apply, visit https://usfca.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/USF_Staff/job/USF-Hilltop-Campus/Assistant-Dean-for-JD-Admissions--School-of-Law_R0009672.

The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the worlds most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF is San Francisco's first university, and its Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a students passion for social justice and a desire to "Change the World From Here." For more information, visit http://www.usfca.edu.