Senior Associate Director of Admissions

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JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Admissions and Recruitment, the Senior Associate Director of Admissions helps carry out the University's policies and procedures for the recruitment and admission of undergraduate students. The position manages an assigned recruitment territory, coordinates recruitment travel and campus visit programs, and supervises admissions staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Recruit prospective undergraduate students through high school and community-based organization visits, college fairs, presentations, and on-campus, community, and virtual events
• Counsel prospective students and families in person, by phone, and virtually
• Supervise, train, and mentor admissions staff
• Coordinate the office's recruitment travel planning and schedule
• Coordinate campus visit programs and events for prospective students, including group visits
• Review applications and participate in admission decisions
• Follow up with prospective and admitted students throughout the enrollment process
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activity in the admissions database
• Maintain the confidentiality of information (including but not limited to student and employee personal information and student records), both during and after employment with the University. Questions about the confidentiality of material should be referred to the supervisor. Any violation shall subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment
• Perform other duties as assigned

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

% of Time

70% Recruitment and counseling: recruitment travel, school and college fair visits, on- and off-campus events, interviews, and follow-up with prospective students and families, including some evenings and weekends

20% Staff supervision and coordination of recruitment travel

10% Coordination of campus visit programs and events for prospective students

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of the college admission and enrollment process.
• Proficiency with computers, standard office software and admissions databases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and school officials in person, by phone and virtually.
• Ability to recruit prospective students and to supervise and motivate staff.
• Ability to drive a personal or University vehicle for University business on a regular basis.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends and to travel overnight when necessary.

ERGONOMIC REQUIREMENTS:

The functions of this position are usually performed sitting, but may require some time standing and walking. Some stooping, bending, lifting, carrying and other movements may be required. Regular use of a computer keyboard and other office equipment involves repetitive wrist and hand movement. All individuals are required to be able to perform these movements without significant risk of injury to themselves or others.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

• Bachelor's degree required.
• A minimum of five years of experience in college admissions or a related student services area is preferred. Supervisory experience is a plus.
• A valid driver's license that satisfies University and insurance company requirements for operating a motor vehicle is required. Must also be able to travel to and drive in Canada.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

This position requires a cell phone for business purposes. Compliance with the University's Employee Cell Phone for Business Use Policy is required.