Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
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Job Description
The Graduate Program is the division of Harvard Law School responsible for the Master of Laws (LL.M.) and the Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) degrees, and for various aspects of graduate legal studies, including the Visiting Scholar/Visiting Researcher program. Within the Graduate Program, the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid oversees admissions, financial aid, billing, enrollment, and outreach for all three programs.
As Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, you will:
- Oversee all aspects of comprehensive enrollment management for LL.M. and S.J.D degree programs and the Visitors Program.
- Direct and manage LL.M. candidate evaluation process, personally reviewing a large number of the 1,600+ applications each year, and supervising other reviewers to ensure consistency and timeliness of review process.
- Oversee all aspects of Graduate Program financial aid administration, including financial aid budgeting and fund management, evaluation of financial need, billing, compliance, disbursement of funds, and financial aid reporting.
- In partnership with the Assistant Dean, develop, establish and implement strategic goals for Graduate Program admissions and financial aid.
- Supervise the following operations: preparation and delivery of information (in all media) to prospective and admitted students; preparation of statistical and other reports to the Graduate Committee and other Harvard offices; collaboration with Harvard International Office on visa matters, ensuring compliance with visa regulations; maintenance and enhancement of admissions and financial aid database and information systems.
- Support alumni relations and development activities.
- Perform other duties and tasks as needed.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and 8 or more years of related experience (law practice or experience in higher education/academia) with an understanding of international legal systems. Candidates holding a JD or equivalent law degree will be considered with 5 or more years’ related experience.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
We are looking for people who are/have:
- JD (or equivalent law degree)
- Strong written, oral, interpersonal, numerical, organizational, and supervisory skills.
- Excellent judgment and discretion. Must be self-directed and able to manage workflow in deadline-driven environment with frequently changing priorities.
- Proficiency in at least one foreign language.
- Experience living/working abroad a big plus.
- The ability to respond with flexibility and imagination to unanticipated situations.
- Enjoy working with international students and a wide array of constituent groups, representing the Graduate Program at meetings, conferences and outreach opportunities both within Harvard and beyond.
Additional Information
Standard Hours/Schedule: Full-Time. During peak times of the year, weekend and holiday work often needed.
Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit
Other Information:
All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.
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Work Format Details
This position is based on-site at a Harvard campus location. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary Grade and Ranges
This position is salary grade level 059. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.
Benefits
Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Generous paid time off including parental leave
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
- Retirement plans with university contributions
- Wellbeing and mental health resources
- Support for families and caregivers
- Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
- Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks
Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement
Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.
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