Law Admissions Specialist/Counselor

Department Counseling

Reports To Vice President of Business Development

Environment Fully Remote

Status Part-Time - 1099

Summary of Role

The Law Admissions Specialist/Counselor is responsible for assisting and coaching students throughout the law school application process by providing comprehensive academic and admissions advising services. The Law Admissions Specialist/Counselor assists students with the entire law school application process, including school search, application and acceptance, drawing on firsthand experience evaluating applications as a former reader at a top 20 law school.

Essential Duties

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate upon experience.

To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to kate@collegesolutions.com.

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Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.
Educate and guide students and parents about law schools, the admissions process, trends, procedures, and required testing (e.g., LSAT, GRE).
Coach students on the entire law school application process, including scholarship and merit aid considerations.
Participate in sales events, demonstrating a mastery of concepts in law school admissions.
Assist students with researching and defining their law school selections that are a good fit for their academic and career goals.
Guide students on criteria for law school visits, tours, and information sessions.
Assist and provide strategic feedback on resumes, personal statements, and supplemental essays, drawing on insider knowledge of what admissions committees look for.
Assist students with the law school application process, which includes editing and providing feedback on their applications.
Coach and prepare students for admissions interviews by providing mock interview strategies.
Provide guidance on undergraduate course selection, LSAT/GRE preparation timing, extracurricular activities, and internships relevant to law school admissions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Exceptional interpersonal skills which positively benefit interaction with internal employees and external clientele.
Must have high ethical and professional standards.
Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control.
Must have excellent organizational and oral and written communication skills, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through verbal communication.
Must be detail oriented, able to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work autonomously and understand when a manager should be involved in decision making.
Good decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and implement the best solution to solve problems or challenges.
Must have a student-centered philosophy.
Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
Self-motivated, with a dedication to keeping up to date with the evolving landscape of law school admissions.

Bachelor's Degree or higher is required; J.D. preferred.
Prior experience as an application reader at a top 20 law school required.
2-8 years of experience in law school admissions, legal education, or related advising field.
Computer skills, with working knowledge of Google Workspace.
Ability to successfully pass a background check and other pre-employment screening.

Law Admissions Specialist/Counselor

Summary of Role

Essential Duties

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Compensation

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