Assistant Dean of Admission
Assistant Dean of Admission
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$ 52400 - 61300
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Job Description
The Office of Admission at Wesleyan University serves as the hub of activity and point of first contact for the university for thousands of prospective students and families. The Admission team is responsible forgenerating processingand reviewing more than 15000 first-yearand transfer applications per year and hosts over 12000 individual visitors on campus annually while promoting the university virtually and hosting events worldwide.
The Assistant Dean reports to an Associate Dean of Admission participates fully in all aspects of Wesleyans undergraduate admission operation: recruitment selection and yield programs. They serve as the Universitys representative for all aspects of admission operations both on and off-campus.
Responsibilities include:
Managing a strategic in-person and virtual recruitment plan including visiting schools community-based organizations college fairs along with organizing and hosting recruitment events.
Supporting Wesleyan Universitys commitment to the recruitment of historically underrepresented first-generation and low-income students.
Participating in rotational dean on duty responsibilities: which may include leading information sessions and answering questions from prospective students family members and counselors in-person and via Zoom.
Participating in Admission recruitment and yield efforts: Open House WesExplore Admission 101 WesFest and other on-campus and virtual events.
Engaging prospective applicants one-on-one and responding to specific questions regarding academics admission financial aid residential life and extracurricular activities.
Reviewing preparing and presenting applications as a member of the Wesleyan Admission committee.
Representing the university to prospective students parents high school guidance counselors and community-based organizations.
Establishing and cultivating relationships with students parents counselors and alumni while representing Wesleyan University in professional organizations that support recruitment goals.
Considerable work with students and serve as a liaison to current students and faculty.
Assisting in management of Admission programs to include but not limited to Admission volunteers tour guides and yield activities.
Other duties as assigned.
This position is required to work on campus with the potential (contingent upon performance) for a hybrid (on-campus and remote) schedule after working two full semesters on campus.
Hybrid work is only considered for residents of MA VT NH ME CT RI or NY. (Relocation assistance to CT is available for those who qualify.)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree and a minimum of two years of experience in Admission in higher education or secondary school or experience in a community-based organization or related field; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Public presentation experience and excellent communication skills.
Ability to efficiently read analytically process and effectively summarize large volumes of written content and sustain this pace over multiple months.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and empathy for people from backgrounds different from their own.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with others both internally and externally.
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects effectively and simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to work productively both independently and as part of a diverse team.
Ability and willingness to travel up to five weeks per year.
Must have and maintain a valid drivers license.
Must have the ability to be insured under the Universitys driving policy.
Ability to travel by all modes of transportation including by car.
Ability to work extended hours including some evenings and weekends during peak seasons.
Also must have experience in one of the following areas:
Reading and assessing admission applications.
Developing and evaluating annual recruitment plans.
Managing internal and external communications throughout the recruitment & enrollment cycle.
Managing Social media/communications.
Managing tour guides/senior ambassadors.
Experience withCRM(Slate) management.
Experience with Access initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience reading and assessing applications.
Fluency in a second language.
Position is opened until filled. For full consideration please apply by July 7 2025 when first review of applications will begin.
Applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.
Compensation: $52400-$61300Work Location: On CampusAll offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidates completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.
Wesleyan University located in Middletown Connecticut does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed age gender gender identity or expression national origin marital status ancestry present or past history of mental disorder learning disability or physical disability political belief veteran status sexual orientation genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed toVice President for Equity and Inclusion Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.
Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan Universitys Clery Act Report are available on request and online at is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities including comprehensive group insurance plans wellness programs and incentives generous paid time off and retirement plans flexible work schedules employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.
Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at:
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