Admissions Advisor, PT Temp (Law MLS Program)

William and Mary, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA
Job Type: Temporary

Position Information
Position Information


Position Number T0238W
Position Title Admissions Advisor, PT Temp (Law MLS Program)
Employment Category Hourly - Temporary
Location William & Mary
Department 3N1000 Law School Faculty Operations
Unit Mission Statement
William & Mary Law School provides an exceptional education for tomorrow’s lawyers. As the nation’s first law school, we maintain an enduring tradition of intellectual and professional excellence. We improve legal systems here and abroad through a commitment to the classroom, influential scholarship, and service to the public. Our students become highly skilled advocates, ready to serve their clients and their communities with thoughtful engagement and unwavering integrity. We recognize the challenges of our history and our responsibility to pursue the realization of justice through the rule of law. Above all, we strive to be a diverse and close-knit community, inclusive in the broadest sense and defined by a shared commitment to the rigorous and open-minded study of the law.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Online & Executive Education, the temporary part-time Admissions Advisor will have a wide range of responsibilities to meet William & Mary Law School’s Master of Studies (MLS) program enrollment goals and objectives including, but not limited to:
  • Coordinating the MLS admission application process using designated platforms such as ACES, Unite, and TargetX.; process and complete all applications; post decisions and scholarship; update all fields in ACES and Banner; Process, run, and mail all decision emails through designated platform such as ACES or Unite;
  • Serving as the primary point of contact, responding to phone and email inquiries, and providing administrative support for the MLS team;
  • Counseling prospective and admitted students; and,
  • Completing special projects assigned by the Associate Dean for Online & Executive Education
Conditions of Employment
  • This is a fully remote position with a flexible work schedule.


  • This is an initial 12-month assignment.

  • This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.

  • All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed, on average, 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year. This position is a temporary (hourly) position.
Essential Designation No
FLSA Non-Exempt
Position Restricted? No, this is a continuing E&G funding position
Position Term 12 month - Continuing
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Working knowledge in the area of admissions or comparable.
  • Demonstrates efficient planning and project management skills;
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
  • Demonstrates outstanding organizational, administrative, and customer service skills;
  • Demonstrates strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills for developing effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external constituents; and
  • Experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Significant experience in Law school admissions or comparable
  • Experience with law school admission practices as well as internal and external policies governing academic administration
  • Experience with platforms such as ACES2, Unite, TargetX, Banner
Is the position remote work eligible? Full-time (works remotely full-time and has no assigned university office)
Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
Advertised Pay Range $25.00
Advertised Pay Range Statement
All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.
University Salary Range U07
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Job Open Date 02/12/2024
Review Begin Date 02/19/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Application Instructions
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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