Assistant Dean, Admissions and Financial Aid

Posted: June 13, 2024

SJ Quinney College of Law
Salt Lake City, UT

Summary of Position

The Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid is responsible for overseeing the Admissions Process for the SJ Quinney College of Law, including JD, LLM , MLS , and potential undergraduate programs. Subject to the general direction of the Dean of The SJ Quinney College of Law, and in collaboration with the admissions staff, Marketing and Communications Director, Senior Development Director, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, and Director of Finance and Administration, the Assistant Dean develops comprehensive recruitment, admissions and yield strategies and leads execution of those strategies in support of the law school’s enrollment goals. They are responsible for recruitment and recruitment strategies, reviewing applications from potential students, creating new student criteria, overseeing the Admissions committee and the admissions team, and developing programs to help grow the number of prospective students.

Education Required: Bachelor’s
Education Preferred: JD
Years of Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible admissions experience in a selective environment; OR Master’s degree/JD degree and at least three (3) years of progressively responsible admissions experience in a selective enviro

Additional Information

  1. In conjunction with the Dean, develop annual enrollment goals for the JD program, to include:
  • Headcount
  • Net revenue
  • Median LSAT and GPA
  • Class composition
  • Residency
  1. In conjunction with the Dean, develop annual enrollment goals for LL.M., Masters, and other related non-JD programs.
  2. In conjunction with admissions staff and other relevant parties, develop and implement recruiting and yield plans to achieve enrollment goals, including:
  • In-person, print, and digital marketing
  • On- and off-campus recruiting and yield events, including, eg, open houses, panel discussions, admitted students’ days, and alumni/student receptions
  • Student ambassador and faculty/alumni mentoring programs.
  • Print and digital communication and engagement strategies for each phase of the application process

  • Developing pipeline programs as appropriate

    Collaborate with the Dean and the Marketing and Communications Director on marketing related to admissions; make recommendations for improvement and consistency with messaging and strategy.

    In conjunction with the Dean and Director of Finance and Administration, develop, monitor, and revise scholarship/discounting strategy, based upon available funding, to achieve enrollment and net revenue goals.

    Develop statistical models to predict enrollment outcomes and manage resources.

    Develop and manage application review process to ensure timely file review and decision-making.

    Draft admissions correspondence to include marketing communications, applicant correspondence, and decision notifications.

    Review applications for admissions; render decisions and award scholarships; manage scholarship negotiation requests.

    Counsel prospective students on the admissions process and share benefits of a SJQ Law legal education.

    Proven ability to communicate with all constituencies to effectively convey the strengths and values of the SJ Quinney College of Law.

    Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

    Hire, train, motivate, and lead admissions staff.

    Oversee and manage daily operations of admissions team, including travel.

    Conduct department performance evaluations and establish a culture of coaching for performance.

    Develop and manage budget for the admissions office, including:

    • Scholarship
    • Payroll
    • Travel
    • Recruitment
    • Operations
    • Professional Development
  • Develop and/or modify reports to monitor enrollment funnel.
  • Serve on law school and university committees as needed.
  • Participate in regional and national professional organizations such as LSAC , AALS , ABA , and prelaw organizations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

How to Apply

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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