Admissions Coordinator

The J.D. Admissions Coordinator at Harvard Law School is responsible for a range of administrative and operational projects and processes. This role provides exceptional customer service in a team-based environment, with primary responsibility for front-line external inquiries.
Job-Specific Responsibilities
As an Admissions Coordinator you will:
Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective applicants, applicants, and incoming students on all aspects of the Program, with responsibility for walk-in, telephone and email inquiries
Process admissions applications and related materials, coordinating between the Admissions Assistant and applicants to complete and maintain comprehensive file management
Review applicant submissions and credentials, exercising discretion in determining eligibility, authenticity, and completeness, and communicating with applicants regarding same
Identify, review, and track required transcripts and college certification forms for matriculation, aligning all documentation with American Bar Association (ABA) requirements and standards
Assist in the preparation data for Law School, University, and government submission, with primary responsibility for GPA calculation and verification
Execute independent decision-making to determine eligibility for financial subsidies
Provide administrative support for fall recruitment travel, maintaining relationships with pre-law advisors across colleges and universities
Conduct basic file review to assist in admissions process
Assist with visa processing for incoming students
Assist with website management, including creation of original visual, audio, and text content to guide prospective students through the admissions process
Support J.D. Admissions staff members with administrative and office tasks as required
Basic Qualifications
Minimum three years of relevant administrative, customer service and/or technology leaning support experience required.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
We are looking for people who have:
Effective written and oral communication skills and attention to detail
Experience managing complex processes in a technological environment
Strong data management and analytical skills, with experience in Microsoft Office suite, student databases, CRM systems, and/or Slate
Comfort working collaboratively with a team to manage a demanding workload
Strong customer service, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle complex, confidential information and materials

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid