Assistant Bar Programs Director – Student Success & Bar Prep

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Washington University Law School in Washington, DC invites applications for an Assistant Program Director, Bar Support. This position involves developing bar exam and MPRE programs, counseling students, and delivering workshops while coordinating with law school units and external organizations.

Responsibilities include data gathering on bar passage, creating reports, and teaching a credit-bearing bar success course.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study.
• Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• JD or Master’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g. MBA, MS in Counseling) preferred.
• Successful bar passage in a U.S. jurisdiction preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in practicing law or teaching/writing in an academic setting preferred.
• Experience with academic support and bar preparation strongly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with and listen to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with assessment and data collection.
• Experience counseling, coaching, or advising individuals navigating complex processes like the bar exam or MPRE.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Researching application processes and procedures for bar exams in multiple jurisdictions and compiling information.
• Creating and implementing in-person, hybrid, and recorded programs related to bar exam applications and MPRE.
• Crafting newsletters, handouts, website text, and instructional information on bar exam requirements.
• Counseling students on strategies to apply for and take the bar and MPRE.
• Providing writing, organizational, and analytical assistance to students and graduates via workshops and presentations.
• Gathering and analyzing data on bar passage rates and program efficacy.
• Generating reports and presentations with insights and recommendations.
• Collaborating with GW Law offices, student groups, bar administrators, and outside organizations.

Skills

Communication

Counseling/Advising

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Master's degree or higher

JD or Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The George Washington University Law School in Washington, DC invites applications for an Assistant Program Director, Bar Support. This position involves developing bar exam and MPRE programs, counseling students, and delivering workshops while coordinating with law school units and external organizations.

Responsibilities include data gathering on bar passage, creating reports, and teaching a credit-bearing bar success course.