Assistant Dean for Admissions

Job Details

Albany Law School, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Dean for Admissions. Albany Law School seeks a highly qualified and passionate experienced administrative officer to serve in this vital role. The Assistant Dean for Admissions reports directly to the President & Dean of Albany Law School and works in cooperation with the Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence and Enrollment Management. The Assistant Dean for Admissions is a member of the leadership team and is responsible for the comprehensive, data-driven management and execution of the admissions processes and procedures for all JD and residential LLM degree programs.

Responsibilities:

1. Develops and implements a comprehensive recruitment strategy and marketing plan to produce a strong applicant pool that will satisfy enrollment goals, in furtherance of the Strategic Plan.
2. Leads and manages the Admissions staff to include: hiring, training/developing, supervising, and evaluating.
3. Coordinates and advises the Faculty Admissions Committee and Trustee Enrollment Management Committee, in consultation with the President & Dean.
4. Prepares and presents regular reports and data analyses related to the status of the incoming class as well as current national admissions trends to the President & Dean, Vice President for Finance and Business, Faculty, Trustees, Alumni, and other stakeholders.
5. Prepares statistical reports for ABA and other accrediting bodies, NYS Department of Education, LSAC, third parties and other affiliates.
6. Collaborates with the Director of Financial Aid to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and Law School policies.
7. Develops and implements application processing procedures with an emphasis on driving enhancements in technology and data analytics.
8. Develops and manages the Admissions budget through collaboration with the Vice President for Finance and Business.
9. Coordinates with leadership and department heads to support the student onboarding experience, develops and facilitates the enrollment process, and cooperates with other Law School leaders to host Orientation.
10. Performs other duties as assigned by the President & Dean.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible enrollment management experience.
3. Track record of success in achieving enrollment goals and growing application volume.
4. Experience developing scholarship strategy in line with institutional enrollment goals.
5. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. JD or Master’s degree in higher ed administration, counseling, student personnel, or similar strongly preferred.
2. Experience managing graduate or professional school programs preferred.