Associate Director of JD Admissions for Outreach and Recruitment
Berkeley Law, University of California, Berkeley | Berkeley, CA | Full-Time | Job ID 89447
Budgeted range: $81,750 - $96,180
About the Role
The Associate Director of JD Admissions for Outreach and Recruitment develops and implements programs for student outreach, recruitment, and admissions for Berkeley Law. Reporting to the Director of JD Admissions for Outreach and Recruitment, the position markets, manages, and evaluates the pre-law outreach program for undergraduate students and others, and supports outreach partnerships and diversity initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Admissions outreach and marketing (30%): answer questions on admissions requirements and the application process, facilitate information sessions, and organize webinars, panels, and LSAC digital forums.
- Serve as admissions liaison to UC Berkeley undergraduate and graduate students interested in the JD program, and partner with pre-law groups on campus and at California State Universities.
- Admissions recruitment (25%): represent the school at admissions events, plan school visits, and organize yield events such as Admitted Students Weekend.
- Pre-law program management (20%): lead the in-house pre-law outreach program, evaluate outcomes with data tracking and surveys, and oversee the program budget.
- Review complex applications for admission (10%), assessing applicants’ motivation, leadership potential, experience, and hardship.
- Serve as the primary contact for the California Pathways to Law Initiative and build partnerships with community colleges, high school law academies, and organizations such as College Track and the Posse Foundation.
- Write an annual report summarizing the pre-law program’s activities and outcomes.
Qualifications
- Thorough knowledge of and experience working with a diverse student population.
- Strong advising and counseling skills with knowledge of curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs.
- Ability to develop recruitment programs and design effective materials.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent experience; experience in law school or other higher education admissions is preferred.
- Ability to travel nationally for outreach and recruitment events (up to 10%) and a valid California driver’s license.
Work Arrangement
The position is eligible for up to one day per week of remote work within the United States, subject to supervisor agreement. It does not include visa sponsorship.