Admissions Assistant

Department: Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University

Location: Arlington, VA (on-site)
Work schedule: 18–25 hours per week, Monday–Friday between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm (priority given to candidates who can work Fridays 9:00 am–4:00 pm)
Hourly rate: up to $24.00 per hour, commensurate with education and experience
Criminal background check required
Not eligible for visa sponsorship

About the Department

The Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University is a top-50 law school located two miles from downtown Washington, D.C. Recognized as one of the fastest-rising law schools in the nation, Scalia Law offers a dynamic environment with strong ties to the legal community, a culture of innovation and collaboration, and a commitment to excellence and diversity.

About the Role

The Admissions Assistant provides administrative and front-office support to the JD Admissions Office during a period of staffing transition. This is a temporary, part-time position that may be extended based on departmental needs and funding.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for the JD Admissions Office by greeting and assisting prospective students, admitted students, applicants, and visitors
• Answer and direct Admissions Office phone calls; respond to or route general inquiries
• Provide administrative support to the Associate Dean for Admissions and Enrollment Management, including scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, preparing materials, and assisting with other administrative needs
• Assist with purchasing and financial administration (purchase orders, reimbursements, vouchers, invoices, supply orders)
• Provide administrative and logistical support for prospective and admitted student recruitment events
• Administer the Student Ambassador program (scheduling, communications, timekeeping, coordination)
• Schedule and coordinate prospective student tours, group visits, appointments, and other visitor-facing activities
• Handle Admissions Office communications, correspondence, mailings, and routine follow-up
• Enter and maintain information in admissions databases, spreadsheets, and office records
• Prepare materials, reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence as needed
• Assist with general office organization and daily administrative operations
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the JD Admissions Office

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in a customer-facing, administrative, or office support role
• Professional demeanor and ability to serve as a first point of contact for students, applicants, and visitors
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in higher education, particularly in admissions or student services
• Experience providing administrative support to a manager or senior-level professional
• Experience with purchasing, reimbursements, invoices, or related administrative processes
• Familiarity with student information systems or admissions databases (e.g., Unite)
• Experience supporting events or front-office operations
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise sound judgment in handling inquiries