Assistant Director of Admissions Position Available In Polk, Florida

Assistant Director of Admissions Florida Southern College – 4.0

Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$41K – $48.1K a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications English Mid-level Microsoft Office Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Microsoft Outlook Calendar Leadership 2 years Communication skills Full Job Description The Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for a full range of admissions responsibilities. As a member of the Office of Admissions recruitment team, the Assistant Director is responsible for meeting or exceeding the freshman recruitment goal for an assigned geographical territory. The incumbent will articulate the mission and values of the College to prospective students and families, and become thoroughly familiar with academic majors, campus activities, and all other aspects of student life at Florida Southern College that impact the recruitment of new students to the campus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1.

Represent the College at college fairs, high school visits, student/parent receptions, and other events as needed. 2. Develop and maintain relationships with guidance counselors at designated high schools within territory. 3. Provide admission counseling to prospective students and their parents through all phases of the admissions and financial aid processes. 4. Maintain accurate and up-to-date student prospect database. 5. Conduct interviews and presentations with prospective students and their families. 6. Conduct initial application readings and admissions file review. 7. Represent the Office of Admissions at all on campus recruitment events, including but not limited to, open house events, scholars weekends, preview days, accepted student days, and registration and orientation events. 8. Represent the College at professional conferences and events. 9. Supervise student workers, serve as a departmental liaison, coordinate scholarship interviews, and assist in additional tasks as deemed appropriate by immediate supervisor. 10. Contribute to the success of the department by performing all other duties as needed to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of the College.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS 1.

Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. 2. Minimum of two years’ experience in college admissions or a related field required. Private college experience preferred. 3. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to clear a driver history check with a clean record. 4. Ability to establish priorities, set deadlines, and meet goals. 5. Strong leadership skills and the ability to work as a contributing member of an energetic, dynamic, and accomplished admissions team required. 6. Must possess the willingness and ability to work and succeed outside of a conventional work week, which may include frequent travel with weekend and evening hours. 7. Strong verbal and written communication skills to enhance the college’s outreach to prospective students and their parents required. 8. Working knowledge of Technolutions Slate Enrollment Software and MS Office Suite strongly preferred. 9. Must be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to a values-based education and an understanding of the mission of a selective liberal arts college.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person