Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions
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Job Description Department: Admissions Partnership and Access Pay Rate Type: Salary Employee Type: Job Summary: The assistant/associate director of admissions manages a portfolio of projects and initiatives and participates in multiple aspects of the admissions and financial aid process: conductinginformation sessions, managing an admissions recruitment territory, reviewing applications for admission, traveling to high schools, community-based organizations, and college fairs. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage a portfolio of two or more admissions officer projects, including but not limited to building and executing complex data reports and queries, coordinating the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid's strategic lead generation and vendor contract management efforts, and managing a variety of Slate CRM projects and data integrity initiativesAssociate: Support one or more special interest selection committees aimed at advancing the College's strategic priorities and enroll the most talented students to ColbyAssociate: Serve as a coach for assigned new hires, sharing information and providing insights and guidance to employees transitioning to Colby's Office of Admissions and Financial AidEvaluate admissions and financial aid materials and provide recommendations for first-year and transfer applicantsDirect the recruitment of students from an assigned geographic region, leading outreach and engagement efforts and traveling to high schools, community-based organizations, recruitment events, and college fairs approximately 5-6 weeks annuallyLead group information sessions, conduct professional development workshops, and advise students, families, and counselors on Colby's admissions and financial aid processesEngage with key constituents such as alumni, students, high school counselors, community-based, and civic organizations and respond to inquiries from prospective students, parents, guidance counselors, and other constituentsUtilize qualitative and quantitative data in project and territory management role to inform strategic planning, decision-making, and implementation effortsRepresent Colby at on- and off-campus recruitment events and professional development opportunitiesCollaborate with departmental, institutional, and external colleaguesContribute to implementing the general activities of the Office of Admissions and Financial AidPerform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in education and experienceAssistant: 1+ years of relevant experience; experience in higher education preferredAssociate: 3+ years of relevant experience; experience in higher education preferredExperience utilizing qualitative and quantitative data to inform strategic planning and decision-makingExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsProven experience independently overseeing complex projects and programs as well as the flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities as new projects are assignedOutstanding oral and written communication skillsStrong, self-motivated work ethic, high energy, and competitive spiritAppreciation for the value of a liberal arts education and of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiencesMust possess creative initiative, flexibility, and ability to exercise discretionProven ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a diverse communityValid driver's license required and must meet the College's Fleet Safety Policy requirementsWillingness to travel by air is required at the time of hiring and throughout the term of employment KEY RELATIONSHIPS: The assistant/associate director of admissions has significant interaction with prospective students and their families, faculty, staff, and external constituents. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: General open office and campus environment.Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary.Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary.Several weeks of travel and frequent evening and weekend work required throughout the year.Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) may be necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr