Assistant Director of Admissions
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Job Location:
Scranton, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 51000 - 74000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State Scranton is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Enrollment Management Office as anAdmissions Officer. This role reports to the Regional Associate Director of Enrollment Management and plays a key part in helping the campus meet annual recruitment goals. This includes but is not limited to nurturing and enhancing relationships with high school personnel and established pathways (such as dual enrollment) as well as building new partnerships. The position focuses on engaging diverse student populations including high school students adult learners first-generation students PELL-eligible students veterans and English language addition a strong emphasis on working with the transfer population as well as collaboration with athletic coaches and recruits is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance to prospective students especially transfer applicants and their families on admissions and financial aid throughout the enrollment cycle.
- Respond to inquiries from applicants families and school counselors via phone email and both virtual and in-person meetings.
- Review and assess application materials to determine admission eligibility.
- Monitor application progress using reports and implement communication strategies to engage applicants.
- Collaborate with the Financial Aid Coordinator to support recruitment enrollment and student retention.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and utilize Microsoft Office Suite and other office technologies.
- Build strong relationships and serve as a reliable resource for students offering insights into the admissions process academic programs financial aid campus life and university structure.
- Work cross-functionally with other departments as needed.
Qualifications:
- Must be available to work on campus in Scranton at least four days per week with flexibility for regional adjustments.
- Preferred experience includes direct admissions work familiarity with Slate CRM and experience working with the transfer population.
- Strong organizational skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experience in recruiting diverse students populations who have a broad spectrum of perspectives and experiences and coordinating events is highly desirable.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing responsibilities within the office.
- Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends for recruitment events high school visits college fairs university meetings and conferences.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $51000.00 - $74000.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
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