Posted: March 11, 2025
Summary of Position
The University of Connecticut School of Law is searching for an Assistant Dean of Admissions to provide strategic and visionary leadership, direction, and administration of the Law School’s Office of Admissions. The Assistant Dean is responsible for shaping the Law School’s J.D. admissions procedures and policies to attract, evaluate, and select a diverse and academically accomplished student population, aligning these with the mission and values of the UConn School of Law, while actively contributing to the development of these values. With a comprehensive understanding of the J.D. admissions landscape, they develop and execute effective strategies and programs to achieve enrollment management goals and advance the Law School’s strategic priorities. This position reports to the Dean of the Law School.
Additional Information
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develops and implements comprehensive recruitment strategies, effectively driving the strategic development and use of enrollment data related to student demographics, pricing, and economic trends.
• Ensures the innovative application of analytics to maintain a competitive edge.
• Strategically manages scholarships and financial aid offers, ensuring alignment with enrollment goals and enhancing the Law School’s appeal to candidates.
• Optimizes enrollment metrics while identifying and implementing high-impact practices.
• Reviews application files, screens applicants for admission, and makes final admission recommendations based on a holistic review of academic records, LSAT scores, personal statements, letters of recommendation, and all other materials contained in each application.
• Collaborates with the Faculty Admissions Committee to achieve enrollment management goals.
• Advises and counsels prospective and admitted students.
• Serves as a key external representative for both the Law School and the broader University, strategically engaging with prospective students, academic partners, and other universities to enhance visibility, foster collaborative relationships, and advance recruitment and partnership initiatives.
• Oversees creation of admissions and recruitment marketing materials and communications.
• Coordinates virtual and in person open house programs and other outreach/recruiting activities.
• Maintains and prepares statistical data for institutional reports such as ABA AQ, U.S. News & World Report, and other internal admissions data requests.
• Leads the Office of Admissions team including hiring, assigning and reviewing tasks, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations for departmental personnel.
• Manages the overall operation of the Office of Admissions including its budget within broad institutional guidelines.
How to Apply
Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498592 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.