Assistant Director of Graduate Admission
Assistant Director of Graduate Admission
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Job Description
Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION: Assists in the recruitment of prospective graduate students advises on admission processes and provides support and guidance to prospective students from inquiry through matriculation; manages recruitment strategy in specified territory; performs specific additional responsibilities as listed.
WORK CONDITIONS: Position is located in-person on the Fairfield CT campus. Ability to work some evenings and weekends required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: 2-4 years of admission experience or comparable experience in higher education or sales; experience in planning and implementing a comprehensive recruitment plan. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential as well as strong interpersonal skills detail orientation and the ability to multitask. Preference will be given to candidates with higher education office experience particularly as it pertains admissions/ enrollment management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assists in the recruitment of graduate students to increase enrollments. This involves:
Counseling prospective students regarding admission procedures and the initial advising on academic programs
Coordinating follow-up communication with prospects and applicants from inquiry through to admission and matriculation
Attending graduate fairs transfer fairs and corporate events as assigned
Participating in on-campus and virtual recruitment functions including Information Sessions and Orientations
Assists in maintaining office operations including:
Greeting the public and answering telephones in a courteous manner
Keeping up to date on graduate program details deadlines and tuition costs to ensure that current information is provided
Processing applications for all graduate programs for both domestic and international students
Preparing admission letters and processing admissions decisions
Creates and maintains communication and marketing materials
Works in conjunction with the Universitys marketing team to create content and design new promotional materials
Assists in maintaining a social media presence for the office
Writes individual emails and crafts robust communication plans aimed to convert inquiries into applicants and applicants into enrolled students
Serves as liaison between the deans offices other university departments and the office of admission by
Working with deans and program directors to develop recruitment goals and strategies to achieve them
Coordinating with the offices of financial aid student engagement registrar and bursar to ensure a holistic student experience is achieved
Participating in accreditation site visits as necessary
Participates in the professional development of the Enrollment Management Unit and Graduate Admission Office. This involves:
Attending departmental staff meetings as required
Attending appropriate workshops conferences webinars and other professional meetings for ongoing professional development
Participating on University committees as requested and appropriate
Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the University community and consistent with the departments mission
This position is based at Fairfield Universitys Fairfield CT campus and is not eligible for immigration assistance.
Category:
Enrollment Management - AdminPerforms such other duties responsibilities and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities activities and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
