Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Emory University School of Law (“Emory Law”) seeks a new Assistant Dean of Admission to lead a collegial, student-service-oriented professional operation. Reporting to the Dean and working collaboratively with the Dean's leadership team, faculty, alumni and the legal community, the Assistant Dean of Admission supervises a team of professional staff and provides the vision and administrative leadership for all functions related to law school admissions and financial aid programs.

 

Emory University School of Law’s core mission is to educate sophisticated, principled lawyers who can flourish in the practice of law anywhere and who can lead their legal and broader communities with professionalism and character. We prepare students for Doctor of Juridical Science, Juris Doctor, Master of Laws, and Master of Legal Studies degrees. The school is a national and global leader in legal education that welcomes and supports an inclusive law school community, produces path-breaking and influential scholarship, and offers exceptional teaching and practical learning opportunities. Learn more at https://law.emory.edu/. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As Emory Law’s admissions and financial aid officer, the Assistant Dean provides leadership in the overall operation of the Admission Office in coordination with strategy set by the Dean’s office, formulates admission standards and enrollment targets in collaboration with the Dean, and manages a departmental budget and staff. 
• The Assistant Dean develops enrollment and marketing plans that produce stronger applicant pools and greater yields. 
• In collaboration with the Office of Marketing and Communications, the Assistant Dean executes a strategy that supports key admissions goals, including the production of relevant multi-media products (e.g., website, blogs, video, etc.) 
• The Assistant Dean ensures effective and professional communications with prospects, applicants, admitted students and their families; identifies and implements leading-edge technological strategies for managing resources and information; and coordinates technological development with other university offices, outside agencies and vendors. 
• The Assistant Dean advises the Dean or Dean’s delegate on all admissions-related issues; actively participates in application reading, interviewing and evaluations; works with faculty, staff, students and administrators to develop post-admission recruitment events; prepares and presents comprehensive reports and data analyses related to admissions trends and demographics. 
• The Assistant Dean develops and implements competitive marketing and recruitment strategies to strengthen the academic quality; and takes a data-informed, comprehensive approach to building enrollment and strategically leveraging financial aid to meet enrollment, inclusion and retention goals.
• The Assistant Dean is responsible for strategically distributing Emory Law’s financial aid budget to students and balancing the standardized test and GPA qualifications of the incoming class to meet the goals of Emory Law. 
• The Assistant Dean directly engages potential students to encourage them to choose Emory Law as their law school and leads retention efforts following their matriculation. 
• The Assistant Dean should be a problem-solver who is equipped to assess and improve existing practices and build new systems that will sustain a high-functioning enrollment operation.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree. Preferrably in business administration, education or other related field. 
• J.D. or other relevant graduate degree is preferred.
• Seven years of experience in the development or administration of admissions, education, professional or business programs which includes experience in law school admissions and financial aid or other related experience.
• Demonstrated compliance experience with all federal, state and university regulations and exposure to law school financial aid budgets and polices as they relate to admissions and financial aid. 
• Demonstrated success with law school enrollment management, including developing, implementing, analyzing, evaluating and revising an annual recruitment plan and admissions plan in collaboration with the law school faculty and administration.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective programs to advance the recruitment and retention of students from underrepresented backgrounds
• Proven skills in using advanced features of enrollment, admissions and financial aid software
• Demonstrated exposure to law school financial aid budgets.
• Advanced data analysis skills.
• Marketing and public relations skills with an advanced understanding of the role of outreach for enrollment goals.
• Exceptional communication skills, including effective writing and public speaking.
• Successful experience in staff supervision.
• The ability to travel during peak recruitment periods.

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

• Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until the appointment. 
• Please upload a Letter of Interest and a list of references.
• Applications are also accepted via our recruitment partner, Chuck O'Boyle of C.V. O'Boyle, Jr. LLC at chuck@cvoboyle.com.

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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