Assistant Dean Of Admission And Financial Aid - School Of Law (ADMISSIONS RECRMT MGR 1)

The Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid has overall management responsibility for the efficient and successful operation of a complex admission, recruitment, and outreach process designed to generate a student body of 500-600 Juris Doctor candidates; works in conjunction with the Law School Admission Committee to evaluate and select a diverse group of academically outstanding applicants utilizing a process in which all files are reviewed individually; ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations; conducts a national recruitment and outreach effort for the best law students in the country; has decision making responsibility for administration and management of Admissions and Financial Aid and oversees the expenditure of annual outreach funding; conducts research and analysis; prepares reports on all aspects of the process. Work under the supervision of the Law School Dean on a variety of admissions matters, and in conjunction with the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs.

Apply By Date

July 11, 2025 at 11:59pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Juris Doctorate from an A.B.A. approved law school.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience helping to lead a successful admissions or recruiting program in a higher education or Law School environment.
• Senior level management experience in analyzing program needs, establishing priorities, resource assessment, budget development and goal setting.
• Experience and team building skills to effectively recruit, train, evaluate, motivate, resolve problems/conflicts, conduct performance management and build an effective service-oriented, team environment.
• Experience to initiate and execute complex programs and strategies.
• Proven track record in enrollment management strategies, and methods of marketing and recruiting in higher education, law school or graduate/professional school setting.
• Marketing and Public Relations skills to represent the School of Law and the university with a high degree of persuasiveness and effectiveness in speech and in writing with potential students and in the legal community. Demonstrated strong writing skills to prepare cogent and persuasive correspondence, proposals, and reports. Demonstrated success in supervision of staff with the skills to create the structure and practices that allow for staff and self to continuously upgrade capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and work effectively with diverse groups of people and organizations, including students from underrepresented groups and various socio-economic backgrounds. Skills to display a high degree of professional ethics, enthusiasm for promoting the Law School and successful recruitment of students. In-depth knowledge of and direct experience with undergraduate colleges and universities. Ability to speak effectively; skilled at group and public presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience in law school admissions and financial aid.
• Demonstrated experience with ensuring compliance with all federal, state and university regulations and policies as they relate to Financial Aid.
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, national trends in admissions.
• Familiarity with campus issues, policies, procedures, practices in the areas of student programs and business and personnel administration.

Key Responsibilities

• 45% - Admission and Financial Aid
• 40% - Marketing, Recruitment and Outreach
• 15% - Management and Administration of Unit

Department Overview

The UC Davis School of Law is consistently ranked among the premier law schools in the United States. The Law School values diversity, equity and inclusion as highly as academic excellence. Our world-class, diverse faculty consists of scholars whose expertise ranges from constitutional and criminal law fundamentals to the latest takes on corporate governance and artificial intelligence. Friendly, accessible and deeply committed to teaching, our faculty lead the way in cultivating a highly supportive learning environment. UC Davis Law offers an exceptionally well-rounded legal education. Students gain firsthand knowledge through externships, clerkships, skills classes, moot court and law reviews. Attorneys at the top of their fields direct our world-renowned legal clinics, through which students assist vulnerable clients who otherwise would lack access to representation. At UC Davis Law, you will find a vibrant community with more than 50 student organizations, six law journals and a packed calendar of law school events. Our innovative, faculty-directed intellectual centers invite leading experts to address urgent issues related to labor, the environment, technology, international law and race and the law. Supporting our students' academic and career goals is our highest priority. Our success is evident in our high job-placement rates and vast network of alumni engaged in rewarding, meaningful work. UC Davis Law graduates are lawyers of conscience, regardless of practice area. We are committed to offering an outstanding legal education accessible to students from all backgrounds. We consistently enroll one of the most diverse student bodies in the United States. The Assistant Dean of Admissions administers an annual budget of $750,000, including $250,000 in outreach funds.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $92,000/yr. - $172,000/yr.
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: ADMISSIONS RECRMT MGR 1
• UC Job Code: 000302
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• Work occasional evenings and/or weekends. Work varied lunch hours.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

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