Analyst - Admissions

Analyst - Admissions

Regulatory Services Department (RSD) – Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)

Salary Range : $58,581 to $58,581 + Washington State Employee Benefits & Retirement

FLSA - Full-time, Non-Exempt

Remote / Hybrid within Washington State

The WSBA's mission is to serve the public and the members of the Bar, to ensure the integrity of the legal profession, and to champion justice.

Purpose and Position Summary :

The Admissions Analyst applies their knowledge of rules, regulations, bylaws, policies and precedent to fact situations and performs the following duties : reviews and analyzes applications submitted for admission or licensure to practice law in Washington; communicates with and respond to inquiries from the public, applicants and members about the qualifications for a license to practice law in Washington; administration of the bar exams and LPO exams; ensures applicants comply with all regulatory requirements for admission or licensure to practice law; assists the manager with administrative support to the Board of Bar Examiners, including preparing exam answers for grading and releasing exam results.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Reviews, analyzes, and processes applications for admission or licensure to practice law :

• Reviews and analyzes all application types to determine whether they meet basic eligibility requirements for admission or licensure as a lawyer. LPO, house counsel, foreign law consultant, indigent representative, status changes, law clerk or licensed legal intern and any other application type for lawyer licensure, authorization to practice law, or enrollment in a regulatory program
• Reviews and uploads documentation and inputs data for applications that meet basic requirements and sends acknowledgment letters
• Analyzes all applications for compliance with regulatory requirements and existence of legal, character, or fitness issues requiring investigation or other further actions, based on knowledge of Washington’s admission rules, policies, and precedent
• Conducts some preliminary investigations into applicant qualifications, background, character and fitness, etc., as directed, including, employment and good moral character verification
• Accurately inputs all data about all applications and makes appropriate additional analysis and data entry as supplemental information is received
• Requests additional information as necessary and tracks missing or requested information, including law school certificates and NCBE background investigation reports, using queries and reports in the admissions system or individualized written and telephonic communications where appropriate
• Assists applicants in meeting any pre-admission or additional licensure requirements after applications have been approved for admission or licensure
• Performs investigations in the absence of the character and fitness investigator or when there is a high volume of character and fitness investigations
• Ensures all requirements for admission or licensure are met and prepares applications and recommendations for admission or licensure for prompt submission to the Court
• Prepares and mails new admittee packets to new members or otherwise notifies new licensee of licensure with additional information or items as necessary for the license type

Communicates with applicants, members, law students, and the public :

Assists with reasonable accommodations requests :

Assists with administration of the bar and LPO exams :

Assists with exam grading and results :

Assists with development and maintenance of admissions software and programs :

Provides department administrative assistance and performs other duties as assigned :

Education Required :

Education Preferred :

Experience Required :

Experience Preferred :

Competencies (Skills / Abilities) Required :

Working Conditions :

This position, while primarily remote within Washington, must be flexible to work in office (Seattle, WA) and travel within WA state as deemed necessary, or as required. This position primarily performs work during normal business hours, however, must have the ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, etc. This position may also have the option to work in-office. For remote work, must have an adequate home / work environment and internet access, for performing work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.

Employment with the Washington State Bar Association mandates that WSBA Staff must reside within the State of Washington at the time of hire, and during active employment status.

The essential functions of the job that must be performed, with or without a reasonable accommodation : This position must be able to regularly work five days per week in an office type environment (remote or in office), possess the ability to primarily sit / stand and use a computer, and lift / push / pull items weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to operate a computer keyboard, and other standard office equipment (e.g., printer / scanner / fax / telephone). This position must be able to read, write, and speak with others in English.

WSBA Benefits Include :

For consideration and to apply, interested candidates must apply online and submit the following required materials : online application, and both a comprehensive professional cover letter and resume. Applications submitted without a cover letter will be considered incomplete.

WSBA Staff must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis, upon hire. This position is not eligible for Sponsorship.

WSBA administers pre-employment background screening upon a contingent verbal offer, and prior to hire.

The Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) operates under the delegated authority of the Washington Supreme Court and exercises a governmental function authorized by the Washington Supreme Court to license and regulate the state’s nearly 40,000 legal professionals, including lawyers, limited practice officers, and limited license legal technicians. The WSBA both regulates legal professionals under the authority of the Court and serves its members as a professional association — all without public funding.  The WSBA administers the bar admission process , including the bar exam; provides record-keeping and  licensing functions ; administers the  lawyer discipline system . and provides  continuing legal education for legal professionals, in addition to numerous other educational and member-service activities.

The WSBA is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The statements contained in this job announcement are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

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