The City University of New York
Law School Executive Director of Bar Preparation and Licensing Programs
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Law School Executive Director of Bar Preparation and Licensing Programs
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Law School Executive Director of Bar Preparation and Licensing Programs
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POSITION DETAILS
City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law seeks highly qualified and innovative candidates for the position of Executive Director of Bar Preparation and Licensing Programs. CUNY School of Law is a national leader in progressive legal education with a dual mission of training a diverse group of students to become excellent public interest attorneys and providing access to the profession for members of historically underrepresented communities. As part of its mission, the School prepares students to practice "Law in the Service of Human Needs," including intensive license preparation.
As the Executive Director, you will administer various programs for full-time and part-time graduating law students preparing for a license to practice law. You will lead the development, implementation, and assessment of programs and services to produce high-quality bar exam results and meet other strategic goals. You will collaborate with different departments and external vendors and oversee staff, budget, and operations.
Responsibilities
Administer bar support and training programs
Train and supervise faculty and adjuncts for bar preparation teaching
Oversee the bar mentor program
Oversee the recruitment and training of bar graders
Incorporate state and judicial requirements for admission to the bar in the programs
Be responsible for implementing emerging strategies and methodologies for bar preparation
Administer budget, operations, and materials for the program
Prepare and oversee the implementation of plans, budgets, data, and other reports for institutional assessment of the program
Design and implementation of current curriculum to prepare for the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) in New York and other jurisdictions
Ensure new curriculum for New York-specific examination requirements are incorporated in the programs on a regular basis
Train faculty and adjunct teachers in course content and teaching methods related to CORE Doctrine and Applied Legal Analysis, the Law School’s intensive bar preparation courses
Supervise the law school’s innovative Bar Mentor Program to prepare for winter/summer bar examination
Develop specific bar preparation methodologies to assist law school’s part-time Program students
Provide faculty support through presentations and workshops on topics related to the bar exam and integration of bar skills into doctrinal coursework
Work with other academic support units to synchronize exam writing methodologies across departments
Coordinate and implement New York State’s other licensing requirements, including: Law School Bar Certification for character and fitness, Pro Bono requirements for law student applicants, skills competency and professional values requirements for admission to the New York Bar, and other requirements as needed
Stay current on emerging pedagogies related to all aspects of bar exam preparation
May provide instruction in bar preparation, as needed
Responsible for purchasing/procurement and interaction with bar exam preparation vendors
This position may require evenings and weekends. Like other staff in the Law School, you are subject to the same in-person requirements, which entail a minimum of 80% in-person on-campus presence over two weeks. This requirement for in-person work may be higher than 80% based on departmental and divisional needs.
Qualifications All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years of related experience.
J.D. degree
Law school teaching experience and bar preparation teaching experience
In-depth knowledge of legal writing, traditional and innovative law school curricula, and academic support issues is a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and proven record of accomplishment working in multi-racial and multicultural institutions
Strong interpersonal skills are highly desirable
Compensation and Benefits $157,000 - $165,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work in the office.
How To Apply To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Closing Date Applications will be accepted through November 8, 2025.
Location: CUNY School of Law
Job ID: 31188
Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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Law School Executive Director of Bar Preparation and Licensing Programs
role at
The City University of New York .
POSITION DETAILS
City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law seeks highly qualified and innovative candidates for the position of Executive Director of Bar Preparation and Licensing Programs. CUNY School of Law is a national leader in progressive legal education with a dual mission of training a diverse group of students to become excellent public interest attorneys and providing access to the profession for members of historically underrepresented communities. As part of its mission, the School prepares students to practice "Law in the Service of Human Needs," including intensive license preparation.
As the Executive Director, you will administer various programs for full-time and part-time graduating law students preparing for a license to practice law. You will lead the development, implementation, and assessment of programs and services to produce high-quality bar exam results and meet other strategic goals. You will collaborate with different departments and external vendors and oversee staff, budget, and operations.
Responsibilities
Administer bar support and training programs
Train and supervise faculty and adjuncts for bar preparation teaching
Oversee the bar mentor program
Oversee the recruitment and training of bar graders
Incorporate state and judicial requirements for admission to the bar in the programs
Be responsible for implementing emerging strategies and methodologies for bar preparation
Administer budget, operations, and materials for the program
Prepare and oversee the implementation of plans, budgets, data, and other reports for institutional assessment of the program
Design and implementation of current curriculum to prepare for the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) in New York and other jurisdictions
Ensure new curriculum for New York-specific examination requirements are incorporated in the programs on a regular basis
Train faculty and adjunct teachers in course content and teaching methods related to CORE Doctrine and Applied Legal Analysis, the Law School’s intensive bar preparation courses
Supervise the law school’s innovative Bar Mentor Program to prepare for winter/summer bar examination
Develop specific bar preparation methodologies to assist law school’s part-time Program students
Provide faculty support through presentations and workshops on topics related to the bar exam and integration of bar skills into doctrinal coursework
Work with other academic support units to synchronize exam writing methodologies across departments
Coordinate and implement New York State’s other licensing requirements, including: Law School Bar Certification for character and fitness, Pro Bono requirements for law student applicants, skills competency and professional values requirements for admission to the New York Bar, and other requirements as needed
Stay current on emerging pedagogies related to all aspects of bar exam preparation
May provide instruction in bar preparation, as needed
Responsible for purchasing/procurement and interaction with bar exam preparation vendors
This position may require evenings and weekends. Like other staff in the Law School, you are subject to the same in-person requirements, which entail a minimum of 80% in-person on-campus presence over two weeks. This requirement for in-person work may be higher than 80% based on departmental and divisional needs.
Qualifications All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years of related experience.
J.D. degree
Law school teaching experience and bar preparation teaching experience
In-depth knowledge of legal writing, traditional and innovative law school curricula, and academic support issues is a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and proven record of accomplishment working in multi-racial and multicultural institutions
Strong interpersonal skills are highly desirable
Compensation and Benefits $157,000 - $165,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work in the office.
How To Apply To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Closing Date Applications will be accepted through November 8, 2025.
Location: CUNY School of Law
Job ID: 31188
Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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