Director of Bar Studies Position at Seattle U

The Director of the Bar Studies Program teaches the bar studies class and provides educational programs to law students to prepare them to gain admission to the bar. This position reports to the Director of the Academic Resource Center (ARC).

Seattle University School of Law educates lawyers who distinguish themselves through their outstanding professional skills and their dedication to law in the service of justice. Faculty, students and staff form a vibrant, diverse, and collaborative community that promotes leadership for a just and humane world. The Law School’s commitment to academic distinction is grounded in its Jesuit Catholic tradition, one that encourages open inquiry, thoughtful reflection and concern for personal growth. Innovation, creativity and technological sophistication characterize our rigorous educational program, which prepares lawyers for a wide range of successful and rewarding careers in law, business and public service.

Teach bar preparation courses to law students and law graduates preparing for the bar exam. Provide individual students with skills counseling, along with small group skills counseling, that is complimentary to the class.

Counsel students (other than those enrolled in bar preparation courses) about their academic progress in law school and readiness to take the bar exam.

Provide programming and advice for students about the administrative aspects of the bar admission process. This includes timetables for registering to take the exam as well as the information needed to submit a complete application.

Provide the faculty and administration with information and advice regarding the bar exam and other aspects of the admissions process.

Collect and gather data to review, analyze and measure the success of the bar studies program.

As a member of the ARC Team actively participate in the development and implementation of events and programs that provide a comprehensive and meaningful academic experience for our law students.

Maintain the Bar Studies website, making sure all content is current and accurately reflects the programs that are being provided.

other duties as assigned.

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited institution and must have attained a license to practice law (need not be current).

Must have the ability to build rapport with students in individual counseling situations and maintain student and student record confidentiality.

A high level of self motivation, organization, flexibility, and solid judgment and interpersonal skills.

Must have outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written legal writing skills, with the ability to use these skills in individual and group presentation situations.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and social media platforms.

All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the University’s mission, vision and values and requires a criminal history background check.

College level teaching experience

counseling experience

Our excellent benefits package currently includes: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, significantly subsidized for employee and dependents; generous retirement plan; vacation, sick leave, 12 holidays plus Christmas week off, community service leave; Transportation pass 75% paid; Automatic payroll deposit; Library privileges for employees; University fitness facilities free for employees; S.U. tuition for employees and dependents administered in accordance with University policies.

Application Instructions: Please apply online at: https://jobs.seattleu.edu. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to attach an electronic cover letter and resume when applying.
Persons who need assistance with the recruitment process may contact the Office of Human Resources at: 206-296-5870.

Seattle University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in the administration of any of its education policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletics, and other school-administered policies and programs, or in its employment related policies and practices. In addition, the University does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information in its employment related policies and practices, including coverage under its health benefits program.

All University policies, practices and procedures are administered in a manner consistent with Seattle University’s Catholic and Jesuit identity and character. Inquiries relating to these policies may be referred to the University’s Assistant Vice President for Institutional Equity, Chief EEO Officer, Title IX Coordinator, and ADA/504 Coordinator by calling (206) 296-2824.

Consistent with the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its implementing regulations, Seattle University has designated three individuals responsible for coordinating the University’s Title IX compliance. Students or employees with concerns or complaints about discrimination on the basis of sex in employment or an education program or activity may contact any one of the following Title IX coordinators:

Office of Institutional Equity (OIE)
901 12th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122-1090
(206) 296-2824

Office of Human Resources
RINA 214
(206) 296-5870
hr@seattleu.edu<mailto:hr@seattleu.edu>

Individuals may also contact the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education.