Director, JD Admissions
US-NY-New York
Job ID: 2026-15278
Type: School of Law (LW1131)
# of Openings: 1
Category: Student Services/Athletics
New York University
Overview
Assist with application file review and the selection of the JD and transfer classes. Direct development and implementation of all aspects of pre- and post-admission recruitment strategies including institutional data collection, assessment and dissemination. Evaluate effectiveness of all recruitment activities. Play a key role and participate in the development and execution of the Law School's financial aid strategy. Serve as a spokesperson for the School at various recruitment events. Supervise the implementation of and participation in undergraduate school fairs, information sessions, panel presentations, tours, class visits and related events. Recommend and participate in the design of new application procedures, forms, and other marketing materials. Contribute to the office mission of leveraging current databases to create efficiencies. Directly supervise associate and assistant directors.
Responsibilities
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education:
Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
Required Experience:
5+ years progressively responsible admissions/recruitment experience or equivalent combination. Must include experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives.
Preferred Experience:
5+ years in admissions/recruitment from a top tiered Law School.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent interviewing, public speaking, verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Frequent travel required.
Qualifications
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $75,000.00 to USD $115,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU Law is an intellectual powerhouse and innovator in legal education, known for its focus on leadership, global issues, and public service. As part of this diverse and accomplished community, you'll work with top faculty, support learning and research, and have regular opportunities to develop professionally. Located in Greenwich Village, one of New York's most inviting neighborhoods, the Law School offers highly competitive benefits and perks, notably tuition remission.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
Salary: 75000.00
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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