Admissions Coordinator
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Clerical
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Job DescriptionThe J.D. Admissions Coordinator at Harvard Law School is responsible for a range of administrative and operational projects and processes. This role provides exceptional customer service in a team-based environment, with primary responsibility for front-line external inquiries.
Job-Specific ResponsibilitiesAs an Admissions Coordinator you will:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective applicants, applicants, and incoming students on all aspects of the Program, with responsibility for walk-in, telephone and email inquiries
- Process admissions applications and related materials, coordinating between the Admissions Assistant and applicants to complete and maintain comprehensive file management
- Review applicant submissions and credentials, exercising discretion in determining eligibility, authenticity, and completeness, and communicating with applicants regarding same
- Identify, review, and track required transcripts and college certification forms for matriculation, aligning all documentation with American Bar Association (ABA) requirements and standards
- Assist in the preparation data for Law School, University, and government submission, with primary responsibility for GPA calculation and verification
- Execute independent decision-making to determine eligibility for financial subsidies
- Provide administrative support for fall recruitment travel, maintaining relationships with pre-law advisors across colleges and universities
- Conduct basic file review to assist in admissions process
- Assist with visa processing for incoming students
- Assist with website management, including creation of original visual, audio, and text content to guide prospective students through the admissions process
- Support J.D. Admissions staff members with administrative and office tasks as required
Minimum three years of relevant administrative, customer service and/or technology leaning support experience required.
Additional Qualifications and SkillsWe are looking for people who have:
- Effective written and oral communication skills and attention to detail
- Experience managing complex processes in a technological environment
- Strong data management and analytical skills, with experience in Microsoft Office suite, student databases, CRM systems, and/or Slate
- Comfort working collaboratively with a team to manage a demanding workload
- Strong customer service, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills
- Ability to handle complex, confidential information and materials
35 hours per week. Full time, M-F. Requires availability for some overtime work during periods of need.
Visa Sponsorship InformationHarvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
Pre-Employment ScreeningIdentity, Criminal.
Other InformationMust be able to lift 25 lbs.
All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.
Work Format DetailsThis position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively…
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