Assistant Program Director, Bar Support

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

Assistant Program Director, Bar Support

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary

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.

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

For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life & disability insurance
• time off & leave
• retirement savings
• tuition
• well-being
• various voluntary benefits

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

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
   • No
   • Yes
2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee
3. * What is your expected salary range? (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter