Assistant Director for Admission

3 weeks ago


New York, United States University of Mount Saint Vincent Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Job Description:

The Assistant Director for Admission, reporting to the Associate Director for Admission, is responsible for identifying and recruiting prospective students within their designated territory to join the University. The ideal candidate will possess high energy, motivation, and strong organizational skills, while also demonstrating the ability to collaborate effectively with the University community. They will work towards achieving their individual annual enrollment targets, as well as contributing to the overall enrollment goals of the Admission division.

Responsibilities:

  • Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of the University, its academic programs, student life offerings, and policies to effectively communicate accurate information to prospective students, families, and high school guidance counselors.
  • Conducting extensive travel within the assigned recruitment territory to represent the University at high schools, community colleges, and college fairs, engaging with prospective first-year and transfer students.
  • Managing and overseeing a special project within the department, which may involve events, social media initiatives, communications, student worker supervision, or other operational tasks.
  • Establishing and nurturing relationships with high school counselors to position the University as an attractive option for their students.
  • Maintaining ongoing communication with prospective students through various channels such as phone, text, email, chat, and social media throughout the recruitment process, and participating in follow-up activities as directed.
  • Ensuring accurate documentation and tracking of prospective student information in the University's systems, analyzing progress against recruitment goals for the assigned territory, and providing regular update reports.
  • Conducting interviews with prospective students and coordinating campus visits for students and their families.
  • Evaluating and recommending admission decisions on all applications within the assigned territory, striving to complete 85-90% of applications within the designated area.
  • Annually researching and developing a list of prospective high schools within the assigned region, based on prior year results, geodemographic data, and alignment with the University's desired student profile. This involves formulating an effective recruitment strategy in coordination with the Director for Admission and the Vice President, with ongoing monitoring and recommendations for additions to the list throughout the year.
  • Assisting with all on-campus recruitment events, including information sessions, Open Houses, Accepted Students events, and other activities as specified.
  • Participating in University-wide events and undertaking any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree,
  • Driver’s license in good standing, as well as the ability to travel seasonally and work at evening events and some weekends
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, oral and written communication skills, attention to detail and follow up protocols are required
  • Knowledge of Microsoft office and Excel required, familiarity with admission systems Slate, Ellucian Banner and Argos are desirable
  • 1-3 years of experience working in an admission office is preferred. Bi-lingual Spanish is highly desirable.
  • Candidates should have an interest in higher education, a work environment which demands flexibility, encourages creativity and collegiality while emphasizing accountability for meeting goals.

Benefits

The allotted salary for this position is $62, 400 annually.

  • 20 Vacation Days, 12 sick days
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Enhanced Short Term Disability Insurance
  • 100% employer sponsored Long Term Disability
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Contribution in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program


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