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Position Information

Position Title Assistant Director of Admission

Department Office of Admissions -Group

Pay Type Exempt

Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time

Hours Per Week 37.5

Number of weeks 52 weeks per year

other - # of weeks 52

Benefits Eligible Full Benefits

Geographical Regional

Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No

Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

The Assistant Director of Admission is involved in all aspects of the Connecticut College admission process: recruitment travel and outreach, connecting and engaging with prospective students and their families, representing the college to external audiences, interviewing, application review, and selection of candidates. The Assistant Director of Admission also contributes to the planning and implementation of student recruitment strategies to help achieve enrollment goals, and is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing specific admissions programs and/or projects.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent the College and provide information and counseling to prospective students, families, counselors and others through interviews, group presentations, and phone and email communications

• Manage a defined recruitment territory; plan and conduct travel to visit high schools, attend college fairs and conferences, and connect with prospective students

• Review applications individually and in committee settings, recommend candidates for admission, and serve on admission selection committees

• Maintain and increase the selectivity, quality and diversity of the applicant pool and matriculants through a variety of recruitment and yield activities

• Manage a portfolio of specific admission programs and projects assigned by the Director and/or Dean

• Assist in the planning and implementation of student recruitment strategies and contribute to the development of new and creative admission programs

• Build and maintain relationships with community partners including current students, faculty, administrators, alumni and the public to support recruitment and yield activities

• Prepare statistical and area reports including appropriate recommendations or conclusions

• Interpret educational policy and institutional mission of the College to perpetuate its intellectual quality

  Education and Skills

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in liberal arts

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to engage with diverse audiences and connect with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences

• Ability to make clear and concise presentations

• Excellent attention to detail, and strong computer skills

• Ability to build and sustain key relationships with staff, students and off campus contacts

• Excellent organization skills and ability to set priorities and keep to deadlines

• A growth mindset and willingness to continually develop knowledge, skills, and competencies

• Extensive travel required (7-10 weeks per year)

• Valid Driver’s License required

  Preferred Qualifications

  Physical Demands

  Driving Required Yes

  Salary Range $43,000-$45,900

  Covid Vaccine Information

Effective June 8, Connecticut College will no longer mandate the COVID -19 vaccine or boosters. The College strongly recommends that all students and employees be vaccinated and remain updated with their COVID -19 boosters

Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 07/29/2024

Applications accepted through

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

  Optional Documents

  Supplemental Questions

  Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is the highest level of education attained?

• GED

• High School Diploma

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree

• PHD

• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• 0-1

• 1-3

• 3-5

• 5-7

• 7+

• • Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?

• Yes

• No