Assistant Director
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Job Description
Job Description
The Assistant Director will report to the Director of Recruitment and work closely with the Travel and Events Manager. Working collaboratively with a team of directors and counselors Assistant Directors will plan implement and administer programs and initiatives designed to target recruit and enroll students in undergraduate degree programs.
Key responsibilities include:
*Serving as an ambassador for Virginia Tech to visiting prospective students and families
*Advising potential first-year and transfer students on admissions procedures policies and pathways
*Extensive recruitment travel and management of a travel territory (including evening weekend and extended overnight travel)
*Conducting recruitment presentations in high schools community centers and attending college fairs across the country
*Assisting with the review of applications for admission independently and as a committee member
*Serving as Director of the Day (DOD) or Backup DOD when assigned each month.
*Assisting with the coordination and execution of admissions and university affiliated events and programming
*Leading serving or contributing to various teams and special projects within the office based on office needs and personal expertise and interests
This position requires some evening and weekend work (about once a month) and out of town travel (approximately up to five full or partial weeks each fall and three partial weeks each spring).
Required Qualifications
*Bachelors degree with admissions experience or experience in a related field
*Demonstrated organizational skills to accommodate multiple priorities
*Exemplary interpersonal communication and presentation skills with individuals and large groups
*Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable software.
Preferred Qualifications
*Preference for advanced degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education training and experience
*Candidates with previous experience working directly with high school and transfer students and their specific needs
*Experience with Slate Banner Common App and Scarlet CS Self-Reported Academic Record
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Anticipated starting salary of $50000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
June 25 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Samantha Boydat regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
