Assistant Program Director, Bar Support

George Washington University; Washington; Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The George Washington University Law School seeks an Assistant Program Director, Bar Support to coordinate bar exam resources for students and alumni, and to lead programs around MPRE preparation. The role includes teaching a credit-bearing bar success course and overseeing program assessment.

Located in Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC, this hybrid position reports to the Associate Program Director of Law School Academic Development and engages with GW Law offices, state bar administrators, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher.
• Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
• Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Preferred: JD or Master's Degree (e.g. MBA, MS in Counseling).
• Experience with academic support and bar preparation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Research bar exam processes across jurisdictions and share accessible guidance.
• Design in-person, hybrid, and recorded bar preparation programs.
• Create newsletters and instructional content on state bar requirements and MPRE.
• Counsel students on bar exam strategies and MPRE procedures.
• Provide writing, organizational, and analytical support to students and alumni.

Skills

Research

Counseling

Teaching

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.

Reporting to the Associate Program Director of Law School Academic Development, the Assistant Program Director, Bar Support supports programming and information-sharing for students and alumni bar-takers related to successfully navigating the requirements of state bar examinations ("the bar") and the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam ("MPRE"). The Assistant Director provides assistance with monitoring learning outcomes, bar preparation activities to all students, and participates in other student retention activities as needed.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Researching application processes and procedures for bar exams in multiple jurisdictions and compiling and disseminating the information in an accessible form.
• Creating and implementing in-person, hybrid, and recorded programs related to successfully applying to and taking the bar exam and MPRE.
• Crafting newsletters, handouts, website text, and other instructional information related to individual states' bar exam requirements and MPRE.
• Counseling individual students on strategies to apply for and take the bar and MPRE successfully.
• Providing structured writing, organizational, and analytical assistance to current students and recent graduates, including through workshops and presentations.
• Gathering and analyzing data pertaining to bar passage rates, student performance, and the efficacy of program interventions.
• Generating reports and presentations delineating key insights, trends, and recommendations to enhance bar success support endeavors.
• Collaborating with relevant GW Law offices, student groups, state bar administrators, and other outside organizations.
• Overseeing student workers or fellows as needed.
• Teaching and managing a credit-bearing course related to bar success each semester, as assigned by the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
• Being a resource to students, faculty, staff, and other interested parties on the NextGen Bar Exam; and teaching a skills course to upper-level law students.

Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• JD or Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g. MBA, MS in Counseling)
• Successful bar passage in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• 1+ years of experience in practicing law or engaging in writing or other instruction in an academic institution, law firm, or commercial bar preparation company desired.
• Prior experience with academic support and bar preparation strongly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with and listen to people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• Experience with assessment and data collection.
• Experience counseling, coaching, or advising individuals, including peers or mentees, in navigating complex processes such as taking the bar exam or MPRE.
• Ability and interest in researching and understanding bar exam and MPRE trends.
• Experience creating and implementing educational programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work some nights and weekends.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Hiring Range

$58,992.50 - $97,373.72

GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department

GW Law School (LAW)

Family

Academic Affairs

Sub-Family

Program Administration

Stream

Individual Contributor

Level

Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Hours Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, (some evenings may be required)

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Hybrid

Telework

Yes

Required Background Check

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

No

Posting Number

S014505

Job Open Date

10/06/2026

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.