Admissions Manager, UMKC School of Law, 89118
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 1, 2024
Hiring Department
Office of Admissions, School of Law
Job Description
UMKC School of Law seeks a highly motivated candidate to serve as Manager of Law Admissions. The person in this role will direct the School of Law's day-to-day efforts related to admissions, recruitment, and outreach. This position will report to the Director of Law Admissions.
· Essential Job Functions:
o Review applications and associated materials for J.D., Transfer, LLM, and MLS applicants including managing communications regarding file completion and relevant status updates and making recommendations for admission within guidelines established by the Director and Admissions Committee
o Conduct on-boarding of new admits including seat deposit management, communications, enrollment, and orientation.
o Facilitate connections and develop relationships with pre-law advisors, pipeline programs, prospective students, and other constituents.
o Assist in planning and implementation of on-campus recruitment events such as Future Student Days and Admitted Students' Day.
o Supervise student emissaries in recruitment and outreach efforts.
o Coordinate scholarship budget, awarding, disbursement, and communication processes for current and newly admitted students.
o Assist in formulating recruitment strategies targeting underrepresented students to enhance the diversity of the Law School.
o Arrange the data collection process and prepare reports as directed.
o Travel up to three weeks per year to promote UMKC Law at graduate and career fairs as well as coordinate appointments at local colleges and universities with pre-law clubs and advisors.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
• Successful applicants should be organized, able to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines, student-oriented, and able to work on a team.
• Experience in law practice, admissions, student services, counseling, advising, and/or customer service.
• Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to learn new programs and technologies, and strong attention to detail.
• Master's degree in education, counseling, or communications, or an equivalent combination of education and at least three years of experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Minimum $20.66 per hour - Maximum $38.16 per hour commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.
Application Deadline
Initial application review begins March 18, 2024. Position will continue to accept and review applications until filled.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
