Alliance Defending Freedom
Blackstone Recruitment Operations Specialist
Alliance Defending Freedom, Scottsdale, Arizona, us, 85261
Overview
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Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.
Locations:
Scottsdale, AZ / Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TX
Team Overview As the Blackstone Recruitment Operations Specialist at ADF, you will be a vital part of the Blackstone Legal Fellowship Team. Blackstone Legal Fellowship is a summer program that brings together the best Christian law students from around the United States, trains them in legal theory and practice, equips them with the professional skills and networks to thrive in the legal profession, and inspires them to reimagine their careers as a way of serving God. In this role and team within ADF, you will report to the Recruitment Operations Manager and manage logistical details related to recruitment for our summer program activities.
Key Responsibilities
Application Development and Launch
Lead the creation and implementation of the Blackstone application campaign in close coordination with the Recruitment Operations Team, ensuring all aspects of the campaign are tested and operational to start accepting student applications.
Applicant Support and Technical Resolution
Serve as the primary operational support for applicants navigating the technical backend of the system, including document uploads, profile amendments, and submission issues.
Data Management, Reporting, and Institutional Benchmarking
Review, audit, and update Reliance reporting dashboards, such as Step Status, Letters of Recommendation (LORs), Master Application, and Acceptance Status, at key intervals identified by the Director of Recruitment.
Develop and manage the Master Application Spreadsheet as a central record of applicant status, ensuring accuracy and completeness across all stages of evaluation.
For international applicants, create secure, individualized folders documenting each step of their application journey; provide administrative support in generating visa letters in compliance with relevant immigration guidelines.
Transcript Collection and Review
Systematically upload and verify applicant transcripts, ensuring completeness of application files prior to committee review.
Letter of Recommendation (LOR) Oversight
Monitor LOR submission status through regular audits and provide assistance to applicants or recommenders when uploading documentation.
Class Selection and Decision-Day Coordination
Partner with the Recruitment Operations Team in finalizing the cohort on Decision Day, offering strategic and logistical support.
Decision Communications and Stakeholder Messaging
Collaborate with the Recruitment Operations Team to finalize the content and tone of acceptance, waitlist, and denial communications.
Ensure all correspondence is timely, accurate, and reflective of the Fellowship’s professional and relational ethos.
Other duties or special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work with a high-energy team
An exceptional communicator with a high level of professionalism
Results-oriented and a self-starter who enjoys a challenge and is dedicated to “getting stuff done” with minimal support and direction
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interface with all levels internally and externally in the broader legal community
Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and the ability to stay organized
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in Recruiting Operations or College Admissions would be a plus, but not required
Pay & Benefits Alliance Defending Freedom offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. We do not disclose specific salary ranges. Benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Law Practice
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Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you.
Locations:
Scottsdale, AZ / Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TX
Team Overview As the Blackstone Recruitment Operations Specialist at ADF, you will be a vital part of the Blackstone Legal Fellowship Team. Blackstone Legal Fellowship is a summer program that brings together the best Christian law students from around the United States, trains them in legal theory and practice, equips them with the professional skills and networks to thrive in the legal profession, and inspires them to reimagine their careers as a way of serving God. In this role and team within ADF, you will report to the Recruitment Operations Manager and manage logistical details related to recruitment for our summer program activities.
Key Responsibilities
Application Development and Launch
Lead the creation and implementation of the Blackstone application campaign in close coordination with the Recruitment Operations Team, ensuring all aspects of the campaign are tested and operational to start accepting student applications.
Applicant Support and Technical Resolution
Serve as the primary operational support for applicants navigating the technical backend of the system, including document uploads, profile amendments, and submission issues.
Data Management, Reporting, and Institutional Benchmarking
Review, audit, and update Reliance reporting dashboards, such as Step Status, Letters of Recommendation (LORs), Master Application, and Acceptance Status, at key intervals identified by the Director of Recruitment.
Develop and manage the Master Application Spreadsheet as a central record of applicant status, ensuring accuracy and completeness across all stages of evaluation.
For international applicants, create secure, individualized folders documenting each step of their application journey; provide administrative support in generating visa letters in compliance with relevant immigration guidelines.
Transcript Collection and Review
Systematically upload and verify applicant transcripts, ensuring completeness of application files prior to committee review.
Letter of Recommendation (LOR) Oversight
Monitor LOR submission status through regular audits and provide assistance to applicants or recommenders when uploading documentation.
Class Selection and Decision-Day Coordination
Partner with the Recruitment Operations Team in finalizing the cohort on Decision Day, offering strategic and logistical support.
Decision Communications and Stakeholder Messaging
Collaborate with the Recruitment Operations Team to finalize the content and tone of acceptance, waitlist, and denial communications.
Ensure all correspondence is timely, accurate, and reflective of the Fellowship’s professional and relational ethos.
Other duties or special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work with a high-energy team
An exceptional communicator with a high level of professionalism
Results-oriented and a self-starter who enjoys a challenge and is dedicated to “getting stuff done” with minimal support and direction
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interface with all levels internally and externally in the broader legal community
Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and the ability to stay organized
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in Recruiting Operations or College Admissions would be a plus, but not required
Pay & Benefits Alliance Defending Freedom offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. We do not disclose specific salary ranges. Benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match. We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Law Practice
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