Assistant Director – Admissions Launchpad Scholars Program

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!OverviewIn consultation with and reporting to the Dean of Admissions, the Assistant Director is a member of the Admissions Office who will manage the Launchpad Scholars Program (LSP) and assist with general admissions tasks as needed for Yale Law School. The LSP aims to promote access to the legal profession by equipping participants with the tools and resources they need to apply to the law schools of their choosing and succeed as law students and legal professionals. This innovative program is designed to support Scholars in every aspect of their law school application process.This position is a minimum part time 30 hours per week with up to full time potential at 37.5 hours per week.The Assistant Director has responsibility for the following:Recruitment & Application ProcessManages the process of recruiting candidates for LSP, including through (i) developing an overall recruiting strategy, (ii) managing drip marketing and other email campaigns, (iii) organizing and conducting information sessions for prospective LSP applicants and prelaw advisors, and (iv) creating all marketing and presentation materialsManages LSP application processes, including (i) maintenance of online application form and all related communications, (ii) application review, (iii) interviews of applicants, and (iv) selection of program participantsResponds to inquiries from prospective applicants, prelaw advisors, and other key stakeholders, including responsibility for Launchpad email inboxProgram ManagementSets the LSP timeline and schedule of programming (including the timeline for recruiting and the application process)Manages onboarding of participantsWorks with program faculty and speakers to develop curriculum for all program components (including Welcome Summit, Saturday Academies, LSAT program, and Residential Institute); manages logistics for all program componentsAttends and assists with LSP “Saturday Academies”Creates and manages assessment metrics and protocols to gather feedback from participantsGeneral Administrative OversightManages, tracks, and updates the LSP budgetManages the LSP website and other online / marketing materials in coordination with the Law School’s Office of Public AffairsManages all aspects of the relationship with program vendors and contractorsServes as primary liaison to Sponsor and manages sponsorship relationshipGeneral J.D. Admissions ResponsibilitiesOn an as needed basis: assists Admissions Office with recruiting for the J.D. program; participates in the review and selection process for J.D. applicants; participates in yielding activities for admitted J.D. applicantsOther duties as assignedNights: OccasionallyWeekends: OccasionallyRequired Skills and Abilities1. Strong project management skills and the ability to work independently.2. Excellent oral and written communication skills.3. Highly developed organizational skills with the ability to take initiative; ability to prioritize and multi-task to meet demands in a high-volume environment and in a timely and efficient manner.Preferred Skills and Abilities1. Experience working with under-resourced populations; J.D. preferred.2. Experience working in CRMs (i.e. Slate) Qualtrics, and advanced MS Excel and MS PowerPoint skills.Principal Responsibilities1. Evaluates all admissions applications, interviews prospective applicants, and independently assesses each application against a variety of factors, including the applicant’s strength, weaknesses and potential contribution to the Yale community. Determines applicant’s standing within local, national and international applicant pools. 2. Presents applicant recommendations to admissions committee. Briefs admissions committee about applicants and about schools and geographical regions as they relate to evaluation of applicant files. Determines which applicants will be waitlisted 3. Develops public presentations designed to promote Yale to prospective applicants. 4. Advises secondary school counselors, applicants and parents on the application process. 5. Coordinates alumni recruiting activities in assigned geographical areas. 6. Serves as a liaison with organizations and individuals involved in the admissions process. 7. May perform other duties assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Four years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Job Posting Date06/04/2026Job CategoryProfessionalBargaining UnitNONCompensation GradeAcademic AdministrationCompensation Grade ProfileAdmissions Officer (23)Salary Range$65,000.00 - $101,000.00Time TypePart timeDuration TypeStaff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)Work ModelHybridBackground Check RequirementsAll candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.Health RequirementsCertain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.Posting DisclaimerSalary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile