Admissions Officer

Admissions Officer

Posting date: April 08, 2026

Reference: 002661SR

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Cambridge
• School/Unit: Harvard Law School
• Department: J.D. Admissions
• Salary Grade: 056
• Job Function: Faculty & Student Services
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Term Appointment: No
• Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Law School?

Join a community that combines excellence in legal education and scholarship with a deep commitment to justice. Here at Harvard Law School (HLS), you’ll find an environment that values who you are and encourages you to grow, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact. Wherever you are in your career journey, HLS is a place where you can thrive, contribute, and be part of something bigger.

Job Description

Independently perform a variety of admissions activities including recruiting, evaluating and participating in the selection of candidates for admission in accordance with university and departmental policies.

As an Admissions Officer you will:

• Work directly with a high-energy team to recruit, select, and yield the most promising J.D. talent across the globe
• Evaluate and make recommendations on the selection of candidates for admission, including extensive reading responsibilities at high-volume points in the cycle
• Develop presentations and materials designed to promote the institution and attract potential students
• Manage on-campus and virtual information sessions for prospective students
• Significant planning responsibility for on-campus and virtual yield activities for admitted students
• Prepare and analyze reports to improve outreach and recruitment efforts
• Represent university as the spokesperson at admissions events and functions
• Ensure compliance with university admissions policies and procedures and applicable legal rules and regulations with respect to students’ rights to privacy

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have:

• Sound judgment, discretion with highly confidential data, and strong writing and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage large programs/projects and comfort working across high-functioning teams

Additional Information

Standard Hours/Schedule: Full-time. The Admissions Officer will be required to work nights and weekends at certain points in the admissions cycle.

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

Other Information:

While the position is based on site in Cambridge, MA, this role has the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement (some combination of on site and remote), subject to business need and manager review/approval. Typically, the Admissions Officer will work three days per week on campus, with additional on-campus work expectations for key recruitment and yield events. All remote work must be performed within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT and WA)

Comfort with local, national and occasional international travel is required.

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.

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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.