| Position Summary The University of Georgia School of Law Director of Bar Passage will provide strategic leadership for the School of Law’s bar success initiatives, working collaboratively with students, faculty, administrators, and external partners to promote strong bar examination outcomes and student success. This position combines teaching and administration, with an allocation of effort of 40% instruction and 60% administration. The Director will oversee existing bar success programs, develop innovative initiatives to support student achievement, monitor developments related to the NextGen Bar Exam, and serve as the law school’s primary resource on bar passage trends, preparedness, and outcomes. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Current admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and demonstrated knowledge of legal principles and professional licensure requirements. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Significant legal practice background beyond judicial clerkships. Background in higher education counseling, advising, teaching, academic support, student success, bar preparation, or a closely related area supporting law students. Demonstrated record of working collaboratively with various groups of stakeholders. Ability to use data-informed approaches to identify and support students who may be at risk academically or with respect to bar passage. A strong commitment to student success History of advising or mentoring law students Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret data. Knowledge of Uniform Bar Examination and NextGen Bar Examination frameworks Knowledge with ABA accreditation standards relevant to academic success and bar passage. Demonstrated commitment to student success and comprehensive educational practices. Expertise in designing, implementing, or evaluating student success or bar passage programs. Demonstrated ability to develop individualized academic intervention or remediation plans. Membership in, or ability to actively participate in, professional organizations focused on academic support, legal education, and bar preparation (e.g., Association of Academic Support Educators, NCBE-related organizations, AALS Sections, or similar groups). Duties/Responsibilities Administration The Director serves as the law school’s lead administrator for bar passage and student success initiatives. Responsibilities include: Student Success and Bar Support Develop, implement, and assess bar success programming for students and graduates. Provide individualized academic counseling, bar coaching, and intervention strategies for at-risk students. Develop remediation plans for unsuccessful bar applicants and track student engagement and outcomes. Data Analysis and Assessment Analyze academic and bar performance data to identify trends, risk factors, and intervention opportunities. Track bar passage outcomes and prepare reports for leadership, accreditation, and strategic planning. Evaluate program effectiveness and implement data-informed improvements. Provide data for various reporting requirements (ABA, US News, etc.) NextGen Bar Exam Leadership Serve as the School of Law’s resource on bar exam changes and implications for curriculum and student success. Monitor and report on the NextGen Bar Exam developments and emerging best practices in bar preparation. Lead implementation of curricular and programmatic changes related to evolving licensure requirements. Program Development and Collaboration Enhance existing bar passage initiatives and develop innovative programs to support student and graduate success. Oversee bar preparation funding and resources. Collaborate with faculty, admissions, student affairs, career development, and external organizations to advance bar readiness and student success. |
University of Georgia School of Law – Director of Bar Passage
