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Admissions Coordinator

George Washington University
United States, D.C., Washington
Jun 03, 2026
I. JOB OVERVIEW






Job Description Summary:
Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.

The Law School's JD Admissions Office is seeking an Admissions Coordinator that provides technical, operational, and administrative support for Law School admissions recruitment and enrollment management initiatives. This position assists in coordinating key administrative and recruitment functions, processing admissions applicant data, and serves as a first point of contact for JD prospective students and visitors. This role supports the efficient operation of the admissions office by managing the processing of all transfer and visitor applications, coordinating communications, and performing daily administrative operations. This role collaborates with the Records Office, Career Office, the Field Placement Office, and the Dean of Students Office to facilitate a smooth enrollment process for incoming students.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Operations

  • Generate, compile, and distribute weekly statistical reports to support admissions tracking, recruitment planning, and enrollment management activities.
  • Process admissions applicant documents within the admissions system (LSAC Unite) for a top three applicant-volume institution, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and procedural compliance.
  • Process and review applicant data in Axiom (data transfer system) to ensure accurate record reporting in Banner and avoid duplication.
  • Maintain electronic records and supporting documentation to ensure data integrity and accessibility across admissions platforms.
  • Manage and monitor two separate office email accounts, responding to inquiries and routing communications to appropriate staff to ensure timely and accurate responses.


Transfer and Visitor Processing

  • Manage the end-to-end processing of transfer and visiting student applications for fall, spring, and summer terms.
  • Review application materials for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
  • Coordinate and schedule applicant interviews, ensuring efficient communication and logistics.
  • Collaborate with the Records Office, Career Office, Field Placement Office, and Dean of Students Office to support a seamless enrollment process.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for transfer and visiting applicants, providing guidance and support throughout the admissions cycle.
  • Build and maintain relationships with applicants from initial inquiry through enrollment to enhance engagement and yield.

Administrative and Recruitment Coordination

  • Represent the admissions office at local recruitment events, virtual information sessions, and admitted student events.
  • Provide campus tours and information about the Juris Doctor program to prospective students in support of recruitment and enrollment efforts.
  • Appointment scheduling, screen and route incoming calls, and ensure effective communication with prospective students.
  • Prepare admissions packages for admitted students.

Operational Support

  • Provide cross-functional administrative and operational support to the admissions team through special projects.
  • Coordinate with campus-wide departments to address operational needs within the admissions office.

Duties as assigned
  • Performs other work related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experienced in program and event coordination
  • Data reporting and record management experience
  • Customer service and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience providing recruitment and enrollment support
  • Organizational and communication skills

Hiring Range $19.77 - $25.76
GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.



II. JOB DETAILS
















Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: GW Law School (LAW)
Family Enrollment Services
Sub-Family Admissions
Stream Service and Support
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S014219
Job Open Date: 06/01/2026
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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