Assistant Director of Bar Preparation and Success - School of Law

Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Bar Preparation and Success will create, implement, and oversee ambitious and innovative initiatives designed to ensure all current students and graduates pass the bar exam(s) of their choice. Employee will work individually and proactively with every current student and alumnus planning to take the bar exam.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, executes, and oversees a bar success strategy that includes: (1) individualizing and updating a plan for each student throughout law school based on recurring individual meetings with every current student, continuing after their graduation, (2) initiating the plan 1L year, (3) tracking individual bar preparation progress metrics for success ad (4) tracking group metrics to ensure continued improvement in the overall bar strategy and institutional results.
• Obtains a deep understanding of all things bar related including but not limited to: (1) peer school programming and strategies, (2) state differences and changes in the bar exam including NextGen, UBE, and non-participant states, (3) bar review resources and bar prep courses, and (4) differences in jurisdiction requirements.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for all state bar associations, bar review vendors, and be the primary source of accurate data and information for all bar related matters. Serves as the primary source of accurate data and information for all bar related matters.
• Provides training and guidance to a team of bar coaches who provide supplemental individual support for bar takers. Educates all faculty and staff to the extent beneficial to the success of every student.
• Identifies, compiles, and analyzes bar examination, student, and alumni data relevant to current and future bar success.
• Crafts and delivers communications related to bar exam success for individual and targeted group audiences through a variety of formats.
• Creates a process, outline, and calendar for all bar success related responsibilities, tasks, and strategies. 
• Performs other tasks as assigned and academically related activities. 
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising law students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to be discrete in handling confidential and sensitive matters while complying with FERPA guidelines.
• Excellent professional judgment. 

Required Qualifications

JD, admitted to a state bar, and three years of related experience. 

Grade
G12

Salary Range
$57,300.00 - $97,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.