Assistant or Associate Director, Admission for Communication

The Enrollment Division at the University of Denver (DU) which consists of Undergraduate Admission and Financial Aid works to attract enroll and cultivate an optimal mix of vibrant and intellectually motivated students who will enrich the composition of our learning community and go on to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Recognizing education as a means of individual and societal transformation our vision is to inspire guide and support prospective and current students as leaders and scholars who will positively impact their communities. In our daily work the enrollment team is guided by these values: intentional and informed decisions; integrity; diversity equity and inclusion; collaboration; fiscal responsibility; spirit; clear and thoughtful communication; and exceptional quality service. As an educational and research community DU values curiosity intellectual freedom and open communication. DU respects individual differences and embraces civil discourse. DU promotes caring and close individual attention. DU is a community distinguished by inclusiveness collaboration responsiveness and accountability. As such we are committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff.

Position Summary

The admission counseling staff identifies evaluates and cultivates prospective students for the University of Denver. This includes extensive travel in the fall and some travel in the spring to recruit in an assigned territory including visiting high schools and attending college fairs. You will evaluate applications for admission meet with students individually and present to groups of high school students. A critical part of this communication includes informing prospective students about academic programs and financial considerations at DU.

The Assistant Director of Admission manages all recruiting aspects of an assigned territory both locally and nationally and is responsible for building strong relationships with students parents school counselors and community-based organizations. Assistant Directors review applications and determine whether an applicant is academically prepared to succeed at DU (based on assessment of the students curriculum grades test scores essay recommendations activities etc.) in a culturally sensitive and informed manner. Along with the entire Enrollment Division Assistant Directors share responsibility to attract excellent students by being sensitive to and understanding the diverse academic socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds of students. The position will assist in the development implementation and coordination of the recruitment efforts to build and attract a diverse student population. Within our admission counseling staff we have a strong career promotion structure: Assistant Directors are considered for promotion to Associate Directors after two to three years of service.

Associate Directors review applications and determine whether an applicant is academically prepared to succeed at DU (based on assessment of the students curriculum grades test scores essay recommendations activities etc.) in a culturally sensitive and informed manner. Along with the entire Enrollment Division Associate Directors share responsibility to attract excellent students by being sensitive to and understanding the diverse academic socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds of students. The position will assist in the development implementation and coordination of the recruitment efforts to build and attract a diverse student population.

Essential Functions

Assistant Directors allot their work time as follows:

• 50% Territory Management/Counseling Duties
• 50% Team Responsibility

Associate Directors allot their work time as follows:

• 30% Territory Management/Counseling Duties
• 60% Team Responsibility
• 10% Supervision

Knowledge of DU: Have extensive knowledge of and remain current on the University of Denvers academic and degree programs clubs and organizations extracurricular and support programs and other key campus characteristics.

Territory Management: Counselors must creatively develop unique and innovative strategies on a yearly basis to maximize potential in each territory. Manage a territory by evaluating and implementing the best course of action to connect with students (what to do where to recruit methods to be used etc.) in a way thats unique to that territory.

Relationship Management: Maintain consistent contact with constituents throughout the process including students parents guidance counselors advisors and community-based organizations as well as DU campus partners.

Application Evaluation: Review applications from students who have applied from their assigned territories and be responsible for assessing the

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Communicate your message effectively with excellent written verbal and speaking skills to connect with diverse audiences.
• Present information in an easy-to-understand engaging and professional manner that conveys your message with clarity and skill.
• Respond promptly and in a compelling manner to inquiries from students parents advisors other departments and team members putting their needs before other daily tasks.
• Use your understanding of the value of a DU education curricula offered at DU and basic student needs to hone your skills as an effective recruiter.
• Thoughtfully prioritize competing interests within your constituent base of prospective students their families and the academic and administrative departments that support them.
• Demonstrate your commitment to diversity inclusion and equity by successfully collaborating across intersectional identities while appreciating cultural differences; develop a trusting and affirming rapport with individuals from varying racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Use your relationship management skills to better contribute collaborate think critically act independently and be accountable to your teams and constituents as well as campus partners and vendors.
• Act as an influencer with enhanced knowledge demonstrating your ability to address complicated recruiting and team challenges.
• Resolve issues with prospective students and their parents right away; facilitate conversation and collaboration with other departments using superb communication skills.
• Explain key components of DUs brand identity and assist others in maintaining consistent brand voice.
• Liaise with internal and external partners to complement and support the integrated marketing and communication plan for Undergraduate Admission.
• Ability to work evenings & weekends travel in and out-of-state and develop relationships as needed during heavy recruitment seasons.

Additional skills may include:

• Use your advanced skills to take on elevated issues with prospective students and their families right away; facilitate conversation and collaboration with other departments using superb communication skills.

Required Qualifications

Assistant Director:

• Bachelors Degree
• Two-three years of experience (or related masters degree) in work or volunteering related to admission recruiting college access advising sales or marketing ideally in a higher education setting (may include student employment).
• Valid Drivers License

Associate Director:

• Bachelors Degree
• Three-five years of experience (or two to three years experience and a related Masters/Doctorate degree) in work or volunteering related to admission recruiting college access or advising sales or marketing ideally in a higher education setting (may include student employment).
• Proven success with content creation across a variety of platforms (print and email specifically) and as part of an integrated marketing and communications plan
• Experience managing communications through a constituent relationship management (CRM) tool or similar system
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with or familiarity with preparing print media developing communication for a brand/organization and managing communications through a constituent relationship management (CRM) tool or similar system
• Prior exposure to budget management and vendor relationships
• Proficiency or fluency in a second language preference in Spanish
• Project Management Experience
• Experience with staff and budget management
• Graphic design or video production experience

Working Environment

• Standard office environment.
• Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

• Ability to use a computer for an extended period
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs. with assistance
• Ability to travel regularly visiting schools and covering college fairs which requires standing for long periods of time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

In accordance with the Universitys flexible work policy this position is eligible to be considered for partial remote work. Further details regarding this plan will be determined with the hiring manager and are dependent on the division and team specific needs.

Application Deadline

For consideration please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) July 7 2025.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number

The salary grade for the position is 9.

Salary Range

Assistant Director:

The salary range for this position is $58000 - $65000.

Associate Director:

The salary range for this position is $63000 - $73000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate departmental budget availability internal salary equity considerations and available market information but not based on a candidates sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits including medical dental retirement paid time off tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics sexual orientation gender identity and gender expression) marital family or parental status pregnancy or related conditions national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color national origin ancestry age religion creed disability sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics sexual orientation gender identity and gender expression) marital family and parental status pregnancy genetic information military enlistment or veteran status and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal state or local law regulation or ordinance in any of the Universitys educational programs and activities and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers Rights (POWR) Act; and any other federal state and local laws regulations or ordinances that prohibit discrimination harassment and/or retaliation. For more information please see the University of Denvers NonDiscriminationStatement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.