Associate Director, Academic Services

New York University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University Law School seeks an experienced Office of Academic Services professional to support the Assistant Dean in managing operations, policies, and student advisement. You will advise JD students on policies related to courses, registration, examinations, and graduation, and interpret university guidelines for exceptions.

Responsibilities include managing the exam process, coordinating timetables for diverse student populations, and ensuring Course Management System compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 5+ years in IT-related field; background in social work or higher education welcomed.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise JD students on academic policies including course selection, withdrawal policy, credit/fail options, course registration, examinations, and graduation requirements.
• Interpret and administer University and School policies; recommend or approve policy exceptions.
• Ensure Course Management System information complies with policies; manage course information and requirements.
• Prepare timetables and communications for accommodated, international, and transfer students; counsel transfer students as needed.
• Manage the exam process.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Course Management System

Job description

Position Summary

Work with the Assistant Dean, Academic Services and Registration ('Assistant Dean') in managing the operations of the School of Law Office of Academic Services. Develop and implement office policies and procedures. Advise JD students on academic policies and procedures related to course selection, withdrawal policy, credit/fail options, course registration, examinations, and graduation requirements. Interpret and administer University and School policies and procedures and recommend or approve exceptions to policies. Ensure course information and course requirement contents of the Course Management System complies with University and department policies. Prepare and develop timetables and communications impacting accommodated, international students with visas and transfer law students; counsel and advise transfer students as needed. Manage the exam process.

Qualifications

Required Education:Bachelor's DegreeRequired Experience:5+ years experience with Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, or other information technology related field welcomed. Background in social work or higher education.Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills. Strong client relations, problem-solving and analytical skills. Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, database, web-based applications, and Internet protocols.Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Familiarity with online student information systems programs, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) policies and compliance.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $77,000.00 to USD $88,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU Law is an intellectual powerhouse and innovator in legal education, known for its focus on leadership, global issues, and public service. As part of this diverse and accomplished community, you'll work with top faculty, support learning and research, and have regular opportunities to develop professionally. Located in Greenwich Village, one of New York's most inviting neighborhoods, the Law School offers highly competitive benefits and perks, notably tuition remission. NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.