Admissions Officer
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Job Description
Overview
The Admissions and Financial Aid Division at Macalester College seeks to hire an Admissions Officer. This entrylevel position is suitable for recent college graduates and those with 13 years of professional experience. The role serves as a prospective students initial and ongoing contact with Macalester College and a spokesperson for the Colleges academic and cocurricular programs.
This is a fulltime exempt position that requires 38 weeks of overnight travel (SeptOctober and MarchMay). For nontravel weeks this role offers hybrid flexibility based upon the seasonal demand according to the admissions cycle.
About The Department:
At Macalester we are guided by our core values of academic excellence internationalism multiculturalism and civic engagement. We believe in the transformative power of a liberal arts education that prepares students to flourish in a complex interconnected world and to make a positive difference in their communities. By joining our Admissions team youll become part of a kind and welcoming community of professionals who are passionate about our educational mission and dedicated to helping students through the college admissions process.
Our collaborative supportive work environment encourages creativity personal growth and a shared commitment to college access and enthusiasm for the lifechanging impact of a Macalester education.
Responsibilities
Recruitment Strategy and Travel (45%)
- Develop implement and annually reevaluate recruitment strategies for assigned regions
- Plan and execute travel activities including high school visits college fairs offcampus interviews and regional/national recruitment events
- Support yield activities for admitted students
- Lead campus visit programming including information sessions for prospective students and families
- Collaborate with student ambassadors on recruitment initiatives
Application Review and Selection (30%)
- Participate in the admissions selection process and Admissions Committee
- Practice holistic admissions evaluation
- Make professional recommendations regarding admission decisions
- Collaborate with team partners in the evaluation process
Representation and Communication (20%)
- Present Macalesters distinctive academic and cocurricular programs to prospective students and families
- Create a welcoming environment for all visitors while providing thorough information about the college
- Assist with special programming for underrepresented students of color firstgeneration students LGBTQIA and lowincome students
- Cultivate relationships with high school administrators counselors and communitybased organizations
Other Duties (Approximately 5%)
- Participate in divisionwide initiatives and strategic planning
- Assist with special projects as determined by the Dean of Admissions
- Support research and data analysis efforts
- Engage in professional development to stay current with industry trends and best practices
Qualifications
The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
Required Experience
- Recent college graduates will be considered
- 13 years of professional work experience in college admissions counseling or student affairs preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications
- Valid US drivers license
Required Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including personalized communication
- Strong presentation abilities for various group sizes
- Deadline management and multitasking capabilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work
- Proficiency with Microsoft and Google applications
- Strong understanding of and ability to communicate liberal arts education values
- Excellent interpersonal skills and relationshipbuilding abilities
- Demonstrated aptitude for counseling students and families
Preferred Skills/Experience
- Experience working with diverse student populations
- Understanding of financial aid principles and processes
- Experience in student recruitment or enrollment management
- Familiarity with holistic application review
Schedule & Travel Requirements
- Fulltime 12month position (38.75 hours per week)
- Standard Schedule: MondayFriday 8:00 AM 4:30 PM with occasional evening holiday and weekend work
- Peak Periods: Fall and spring recruitment events require extended hours
- Extensive regional and national travel required (38 weeks of overnight travel annually primarily SeptemberOctober and MarchMay)
- Must be comfortable with driving rental cars and flying domestically
- Limited remote work is permitted at the discretion of office leadership but primary duties require regular oncampus presence
Physical Requirements
- Light physical activity performing nonstrenuous daily activities
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (admissions materials event supplies)
- Occasional standing for extended periods during events
- Extended computer work during application reading season
Cognitive Requirements
- Analyze complex information and make sound judgments
- Communicate effectively in various settings
- Adapt to changing priorities and environments
- Coordinate with colleagues and external stakeholders
- Balance multiple assignments simultaneously
Compensation:
The annual salary for this position will be $49632$54500 depending on experience.
Benefits:
At Macalester we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:
- 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan.
- Outstanding vacation and sick time packages plus an additional 10 holidays.
- Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
- Tuition assistance which pays between 75% 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
- Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
- Access to the athletics fitness facility wellness coaching and activities.
These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options please visit our Benefits Page.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.
Application Guidelines:
For best consideration please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by May 30th 2025. No applications submitted without cover letters will be considered. This position will be posted until filled.
Jaclyn Howard
Talent Acquisition Manager
Macalester College Institutional Overview
Founded in 1874 Macalester College provides students with the inspiration insight and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul Minnesota Macalester enrolls over 2000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.
At Macalester we look at our employees through a wholeperson holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and wellbeing programs we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves their families and one another. Our wholehearted fidelity to communitybuilding and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations races ethnicities national origins genders religions abilities and ages.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
