Assistant Director of Admissions
Assistant Director of Admissions
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Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of Admissions is a twelvemonth exempt EHRA position at App State Hickory Campus who leads and assists in the coordination of Appalachian State Universitys recruitment of prospective undergraduate students. This position is responsible for planning and assessing strategic recruitment and yield activities by exercising and continually developing a strong understanding of general market characteristics and trends as well as those specific to Appalachian. The Assistant Director counsels prospective students and their families in their college search process and their transition from high schools 2year institutions or other 4year institutions to Appalachian State by providing information and assistance about the admissions and financial aid process academic programs campus visitation and housing. This position also builds relationships with and serves as a primary contact for high school and independent counselors as well 2year college advisors. The Assistant Director is an essential part of a constructive and collaborative recruitment team that shares the responsibility for meeting the Universitys strategic enrollment goals and enrolling students that echo Appalachians strategic plan. Admissions at Appalachian is particularly seeking candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and have a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students from populations underrepresented at Appalachian State. The Assistant Director completes the primary responsibilities above by: Serving as a territory manager by planning executing and assessing all recruitment operations (on and off campus) necessary to meet recruitment and enrollment goals within an assigned geomarket. Assisting with planning and/or implementation of general on and offcampus recruitment and yield events throughout the cycle. Traveling extensively to high schools and attend college fairs college nights receptions and other programs in this region to recruit prospective students. Developing and strengthening ties with high school counselors independent counselors community college counselors alumni and other key influencers in the recruitment process within the assigned geomarket. Conducting extensive outreach and relationship and conversationbuilding activities (via inperson communication phone email written correspondence and social media) with prospective students and their families throughout the recruitment funnel. Submitting territory management reports of recruitment and prospective student activity to the Senior Associate Director throughout the recruitment cycle. Reviewing and assessing student applications and supplemental materials and providing admission decision recommendations for applicants. Engaging in and/or leading other initiatives or tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in student counseling communications education business or public relations marketing or other related field from a regionally accredited institution. Experience with and ability to operate independently exercising independent judgment and discretion with little or no guidance and to be able to make decisions on behalf of the Admissions Office and the university that are appropriate timely and defensible. Ability to work as a member of a team with a flexible attitude. Willingness to work select evenings and weekends. Strong oral presentation and written communication skills. Highly organized. Successful completion of background investigation prior to employment. This position is located at the App State Hickory Campus.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior recruitment experience at a fouryear institution. Experience in college recruitment or related experiences in counseling sales marketing public relations communications or education. Effective empathetic and engaging communicator. Experience as a Student Ambassador Resident Assistant Orientation Leader or similar student role. Strong computing skills and efficiency utilizing computing applications on various systems and programs (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite Banner Google Apps spreadsheets etc. Commitment to studentcentered quality customer service. Experience using various social media platforms. Highly motivated to share a love of Appalachian. Ability to be adaptable and flexible with a sense of humor.
The Assistant Director of Admissions is a twelvemonth exempt EHRA position at App State Hickory Campus who leads and assists in the coordination of Appalachian State Universitys recruitment of prospective undergraduate students. This position is responsible for planning and assessing strategic recruitment and yield activities by exercising and continually developing a strong understanding of general market characteristics and trends as well as those specific to Appalachian. The Assistant Director counsels prospective students and their families in their college search process and their transition from high schools 2year institutions or other 4year institutions to Appalachian State by providing information and assistance about the admissions and financial aid process academic programs campus visitation and housing. This position also builds relationships with and serves as a primary contact for high school and independent counselors as well 2year college advisors. The Assistant Director is an essential part of a constructive and collaborative recruitment team that shares the responsibility for meeting the Universitys strategic enrollment goals and enrolling students that echo Appalachians strategic plan. Admissions at Appalachian is particularly seeking candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and have a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students from populations underrepresented at Appalachian State. The Assistant Director completes the primary responsibilities above by: Serving as a territory manager by planning executing and assessing all recruitment operations (on and off campus) necessary to meet recruitment and enrollment goals within an assigned geomarket. Assisting with planning and/or implementation of general on and offcampus recruitment and yield events throughout the cycle. Traveling extensively to high schools and attend college fairs college nights receptions and other programs in this region to recruit prospective students. Developing and strengthening ties with high school counselors independent counselors community college counselors alumni and other key influencers in the recruitment process within the assigned geomarket. Conducting extensive outreach and relationship and conversationbuilding activities (via inperson communication phone email written correspondence and social media) with prospective students and their families throughout the recruitment funnel. Submitting territory management reports of recruitment and prospective student activity to the Senior Associate Director throughout the recruitment cycle. Reviewing and assessing student applications and supplemental materials and providing admission decision recommendations for applicants. Engaging in and/or leading other initiatives or tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in student counseling communications education business or public relations marketing or other related field from a regionally accredited institution. Experience with and ability to operate independently exercising independent judgment and discretion with little or no guidance and to be able to make decisions on behalf of the Admissions Office and the university that are appropriate timely and defensible. Ability to work as a member of a team with a flexible attitude. Willingness to work select evenings and weekends. Strong oral presentation and written communication skills. Highly organized. Successful completion of background investigation prior to employment. This position is located at the App State Hickory Campus.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior recruitment experience at a fouryear institution. Experience in college recruitment or related experiences in counseling sales marketing public relations communications or education. Effective empathetic and engaging communicator. Experience as a Student Ambassador Resident Assistant Orientation Leader or similar student role. Strong computing skills and efficiency utilizing computing applications on various systems and programs (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite Banner Google Apps spreadsheets etc. Commitment to studentcentered quality customer service. Experience using various social media platforms. Highly motivated to share a love of Appalachian. Ability to be adaptable and flexible with a sense of humor.
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