Upstate New York HERC

Position Title: Admissions Coordinator, Law School

Posting Number: P230330

Employer: State

Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

• Manage front office operations, including answering phones, handling walk-in visitors, processing mail, etc.
• Process applications for JD admission, from submission to decision or matriculation.
• Coordinate and oversee visitor folders and distribution.
• Oversee the School of Law's Student Ambassador Program.
• Assist in the overall planning and execution of special events, from space reservation to securing IT/AV services, catering, etc.
• Represent the School of Law at on-campus and local recruitment events, counsel prospective students regarding the School of Law's academic programs and admissions process.
• Evaluate and make preliminary recommendations on admissibility of JD candidates.
• Assist in the development of an overarching communications strategy and implementation of targeted events to build a diverse student pipeline.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required with 1 year of related experience in a relevant setting.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, including ability to set priorities, manage simultaneous projects, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative with minimal supervision, work independently and seek guidance when appropriate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to customer service and collaboration.
• Ability to work occasional weekends, as well as early mornings and evenings to represent the Office of Admissions at special events.
• Demonstrates ability to work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and locations.
• A valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle is required or candidate must otherwise demonstrate his/her capacity to meet the transportation requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's or professional degree.
• Experience in admissions for a higher education institution, particularly graduate or law student-related recruitment, preferred.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Quicklink for Posting: 44979

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