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Tufts University
Associate Director of Admissions - Selection
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A Director of Admissions leads the admissions department of a college or university. Oversees the management of applications from prospective students of the institution and directs both prospective student outreach and recruitment efforts, and the process of determining which applications to accept.
$114,254 / year median in Massachusetts
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of the first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting various enrollment goals across schools and programs. What You'll Do Reporting to a Director, the Associate Director of Admissions, Selection will be an experienced member of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selecting students and for fulfilling the enrollment objectives set by the University. The Associate Director of Admissions, Selection will be responsible for the following:
- Portfolio oversight typically involves long-term management of complex projects including delegation of tasks, management of contributing staff members and student workers, creation and presentation of training materials, data analysis and assessment, etc.
- Participate in the undergraduate application review and selection processes, including the evaluation of applications in alignment with training protocol and participation in selection committees. The Associate Director may be asked to chair selection committees as appropriate.
- Serve as an on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families, school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, virtual formats, email, and phone.
- Collaborate with campus partners, including the Student Services Technology Team, regarding data and project-based work.
- Coordinate with external partners, such as College Board, Scoir, Common Application, and Coalition for College to support portfolio and office-wide initiatives.
- Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions and workshops for a variety of audiences, both on-campus and off-campus.
- As requested by the Dean and/or Director, create, facilitate, or contribute to office training initiatives for admissions officer and/or administrative staff.
- Directly supervise 1-4 professional staff members and serve as a member of the Management Team.
- Complete other projects and duties as assigned. While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Associate Director can expect to have a frequent campus presence. Travel Requirements
- This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnight stays.
What We're Looking For Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in selective admissions, college counseling, or a related field
- Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation.
- Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated project management skills, preferably in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment.
- Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations
- Proficiency with CRM management software and Microsoft office suite
- Comfort traveling both independently and as part of a group
- Valid U.
Drivers' License Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior supervisory experience of either professional or student staff
- Experience with leading and/or facilitating staff development initiatives
- Experience with highly selective application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation
- Experience with Technolutions Slate
- Fluency in a second language Pay Range Minimum $67,200.