Assistant Director of Admissions, Office of JD Admissions

Founded in 1896, the Gould School of Law has a distinguished past built on the principles of equity and excellence, and the courage to break new ground. USC first introduced legal education in Southern California. Today, the Law School continues to make history through its philosophy of innovation and through its people. USC Gould cultivates analytical ability, ethical values, and a spirit of collegiality that prepare students for meaningful careers benefiting society. It was one of the first law schools to engage students in clinical programs and remains a leader in experiential education.

The USC Gould School of Law seeks to hire a full-time Assistant Director of Admissions for the JD program office. This position will report to the Director of Admissions. The Admissions Office is a fast-paced environment which receives more than 7,000 applications each year and is highly selective, enrolling approximately 200 candidates each fall. The most appropriate candidate will be driven to meet and /or exceed objectives, is a self-starter, and brings innovative ideas to a dynamic team environment. This is a full-time, exempt, benefits eligible position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Education: Master’s or JD strongly preferred

• Preferred Experience: At least 2 years of related work experience in a law school admissions or higher education recruitment environment

Job Accountabilities:

• Serve as a contact for prospective and admitted students, informing them about the University and its JD program

• Understand the law school admissions process and clearly articulate the academic program requirements and general policies and procedures of the institution

• Oversee the development and implementation of communication strategies with prospective and admitted students. This includes e-mail marketing, electronic newsletters, as well as social media outreach activities including maintaining and updating Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram sites under the guidance of the Dean and/or Director of Admissions.

• Coordinates messaging needs with other law school departments, in particular, for onboarding the 1L’s each year

• Learn and implement new technologies to effectively market programs and events

• Assist with student conversion programs designed to promote enrollment

• Assist in the review of applications for admission, approximately 1,000+applications per cycle

• Continuously stay updated on policies and procedures, as provided by the University

• Maintain a relevant understanding of regulations associated with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) with regards to distribution of student information and ensuring regulations are followed at all times

• Assist with operation of the admissions database (UNITE)

• Attend fall recruitment events. This will require periodic local and out-of-state travel, primarily during the fall months.

• Will assist with both final exam administration and proctoring at the end of the Fall and Spring semesters and commencement each year.

• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience with a CRM platform (Salesforce is preferred)

• Passion and enthusiasm for legal education

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are required

• Strong social media skills with (at minimum) Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

• Ability to pay close attention to detail

• Ability to work within a team and be a contributing team player

• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines

• Sound judgment

• Attention to detail and grammar inaccuracies

Hybrid Schedule: All staff are required to work three days in-person and may work up to two days remotely per week. Staff may be required to work more than three days in-person. Weekly schedule is dependent on business and department needs and may change at any time. New hires may be expected to work fully in-person during the probation and training period.

ATTENTION: Applicants must upload a cover letter and a resume to be considered for this position.

Learn more about our benefits and perks here:

The Gould School of Law (Gould) considers candidates that demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values . Gould holds a unique position in society, and within the university, as every aspect of these principles are influenced by and can be protected through legal rules and institutions. At Gould, we are proudly committed to maintaining a community in which each person respects the rights of others to live, work, and learn in peace and dignity, to be proud of who and what they are, and to have equal opportunity to realize their full potential as individuals and members of society.

The annual base salary range for this position is $66,962.45 - $77,043.36. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree; Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
Minimum Experience:
2 years; Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise:
Experience in admissions and recruitment at an academic or higher education institution, with knowledge of transfer credit policies and financial aid programs. Deft ability to gather, analyze, evaluate and assess large amounts of physical and digital data. Skilled in interviewing, counseling, conflict resolution, problem-solving and decision-making. Proven ability to interpret, analyze, and apply pertinent policies, procedures, regulations, and requirements. Skilled at organization, with astute attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills for communicating tactfully with all levels of staff, media, and diverse individuals and groups. Ability to lead and guide diverse, high-performing teams, fostering an environment of trust, collaboration, transparency, and accountability. Exemplary written and oral communication and presentation skills, with experience developing communication plans, instructional materials and related content.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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