Assistant Director of International Admissions Law School

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Assistant Director of International Admissions (Law School)
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Position Information

Position Information

Position Type Staff
Requisition Number S20182382
Position Title Assistant Director of International Admissions (Law School)
Department Admin. Law School - D256
Job Status Full-time
Recruitment Range salary commensurate w/experience
E-class Code 30 - FT Staff Salaried
Pay Grade 9
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open Until Filled No
Job Category
Academic Discipline
Job Description

Position Classification Title Assistant Director
Job Summary

The primary role of the Assistant Director of International Admissions at the School of Law is strategic enrollment of international students in the School of Law’s degree programs, with particular focus on the LL.M. in American Law for Foreign Lawyers degree program and the Two-Year J.D. for Foreign Lawyers degree program. Under the general direction of the Center for International and Comparative Law and in cooperation with the Dean of Admissions, the Assistant Director of International Admissions will engage with relevant national and international professional organizations to identify and reach prospective international students; develop and implement active international recruitment strategies; liaise with representatives of INTO SLU; and review applications, issue admissions decisions, and maintain contact with prospective and admitted students, candidates, and recruiting contacts. The Assistant Director of International Admission will also identify on a rolling basis key jurisdictions outside the United States that the School of Law should target; develop and nurture relationships with potential partner institutions in those key jurisdictions (as well as other jurisdictions, as may be appropriate or desirable). The Assistant Director of International Admissions will also support the local and national enrollment functions of the School of Law, including but not limited to domestic recruitment, admissions, scholarship awards, data collection/analysis, marketing, webinars, social media, special events coordination and orientation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics

Knowledge of law school recruitment and admissions policies and procedures
Knowledge of international enrollment planning, demographics, recruitment and marketing strategies and best practices
Knowledge of U.S. legal education and the U.S. legal profession
Knowledge of legal education and the legal profession outside the United States
Knowledge of bar qualification requirements in New York and other U.S. jurisdictions, including specifically requirements applicable to non-U.S. lawyers
Proficiency in at least one language other than English
Excellent computer competency, including the ability to operate various software applications and social media
Excellent interpersonal/human relations skills
Excellent intercultural communication skills, which could be demonstrated by meaningful experience abroad (whether study abroad or internship, volunteer or work experience abroad)
Demonstration of strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to travel internationally and to work on a flexible schedule
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Commitment to providing excellent customer service and a welcoming inclusive environment
Minimum Qualifications

A Juris Doctor degree, or other first degree in law that is bar-qualifying in the relevant jurisdiction, is required. Candidates should also have law practice experience or experience in international law school admissions (or both), whether in the United States or abroad.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Coordinates the recruitment and admissions process for international law school applicants; plans Admission’s receptions and programs; communicates with prospective and admitted international students via phone, email, social media, and webinars.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Participates in international recruitment, travel, and marketing, which will include developing on-site recruiting strategies and attending international recruitment fairs and/or international institutions.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Collects and maintains prospective student and applicant data and ensure data integrity, including CRM system management; collects and maintains international recruiting data in Excel/Word, ACES2 system, SCT Banner operating system, and other relevant operations and application systems.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Reviews applications thoroughly; interprets and evaluates the academic credentials of applicants; admits qualified candidates and serves as a voting member on any Law School committee, as requested, to make admissions decisions and award scholarships; establishes processes and activities to increase the quality and quantity of international students in order to ensure a diverse and well-qualified entering class.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Engages collaboratively with the Office of Admissions and the faculty and administration of the Center for International and Comparative Law, as well as other Law School departments and Centers as may be desirable.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Assists with the planning and implementation of new student orientation, with particular attention given to those parts of orientation tailored for the international student population; assists admitted students with housing questions, adjusting to life in St. Louis, and integration into the Law School community.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duty

Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions

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* What is your understanding of our Jesuit identity and values? Can you tell us about situations where you have approached your work in ways that suggest a good fit between SLU and yourself?

(Open Ended Question)

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