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.
DeSales University, in Center Valley, PA, is a private,coeducational, four-year liberal arts Salesian, Catholic university, under the leadership of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales. Foundedin 1965, the 550-acre suburban campus is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and about 90 miles southwest of New York City. A totalenrollment of nearly 3,500 includes undergraduate day and evening students, and graduate students. DeSales has approximately 135 full-timefaculty members and offers more than 40 bachelor's degrees, twelve graduate programs, and over 20 certificate programs in a wide range ofdisciplines; many of these can be completed fully online. In 2024, the University transitioned to a new academic structure featuringa four-college/school model, which includes the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business; a College of Arts, Education, andHumanities with a School of Education and a School of Performing Arts; a College of Sciences; and a College of Healthcare Professions with adesignated School of Nursing. For further information, visit www.desales.edu .
EOE POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Director of Graduate Admission supports the recruitment of prospective students. Asan integral member of the Graduate Admission team, this role operates in a highly customer service-oriented environment and contributes tothe success of the college's recruitment efforts. Responsibilities include coordinating recruitment events such as open houses, informationsessions, and university visits; maximizing the use of the Slate recruitment platform; managing assigned territories; and achievingadmission goals for designated graduate programs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree required from an accreditedinstitution Must demonstrate ability to work within a team-oriented environment, possess strong communication and organizationalskills, and experienced in public speaking with the ability to develop engaging presentations. At least 1-3 years' experienceworking with adult learners at an academic institution. Proficient computer skills; CRM experience a plus. Self-directed andmust demonstrate a keen understanding of effective customer service concepts. Work some evening and weekend hours throughout the year,travel is required. Valid driver's license with clean driving record. Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability, anddiversity Dedicated to the mission of a small, catholic, liberal arts institution DeSales University is an EEOemployer - M/F/Vets/Disabled
