About the role#
The Graduate Admissions Assistant supports the LL.M. and SJD Programs at the Washington College of Law. You will report to the Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and help maintain the daily operations of the office. This role involves interacting with prospective students, faculty, and administrators to ensure smooth admissions processes.
What you'll do#
- Create and maintain application files, track requirements, and manage applicant status in Salesforce and LSAC.
- Perform data entry and handle general clerical duties, including answering the main phone line and directing walk-ins.
- Monitor the admissions email inbox and respond to general inquiries from applicants.
- Manage the LL.M. admissions Instagram account by publishing videos and posts to support recruitment and marketing strategies.
- Prepare documents for meetings and handle incoming mail.
What you'll need#
- You must be an enrolled American University graduate student. Please note that current WCL LL.M. students are not eligible.
- A completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Preferred qualifications include two years of office or university experience, familiarity with Salesforce, and professional-level Spanish proficiency.
- Experience with social media management is also preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site at the Tenley Campus in Washington, DC.
- The role is part-time, requiring 10 hours per week.
- This is a paid position.
About American University
American University is a higher education institution based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1893, the school holds a charter from Congress with a focus on public service. It operates several academic divisions including the School of Public Affairs and the Washington College of Law. The university employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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