Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment (International Student Coordinator)

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Position Title:

Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment (International Student Coordinator)

Job Description:

Reports to the Director of Admissions. The Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment (International Student Coordinator) is primarily tasked with leading recruitment efforts for international students and other assigned prospective students and families. The Associate Director is also responsible for special projects related to recruitment in the Office of Admissions, such as: coordinating recruitment travel logistics, serving as a liaison for athletics and affinity groups, and creating reports and queries for the recruitment team. Additionally, the Associate Director will participate in promoting the University through college fairs, and programs held on campus; reviewing applications as part of a holistic, rolling selection process; and maintaining regular and timely contact with assigned prospective students and families. This position will require occasional travel (0-5 hours from campus) and occasional weekends and overnights. The Associate Director is part of the leadership team in the Office of Admissions.

Position Title:

Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment (International Student Coordinator)

Job Description:

Reports to the Director of Admissions. The Associate Director of Admissions for Recruitment (International Student Coordinator) is primarily tasked with leading recruitment efforts for international students and other assigned prospective students and families. The Associate Director is also responsible for special projects related to recruitment in the Office of Admissions, such as: coordinating recruitment travel logistics, serving as a liaison for athletics and affinity groups, and creating reports and queries for the recruitment team. Additionally, the Associate Director will participate in promoting the University through college fairs, and programs held on campus; reviewing applications as part of a holistic, rolling selection process; and maintaining regular and timely contact with assigned prospective students and families. This position will require occasional travel (0-5 hours from campus) and occasional weekends and overnights. The Associate Director is part of the leadership team in the Office of Admissions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all areas of international student recruitment, including building relationships with agents and partnering organizations; hosting virtual meetings with international students; and assisting international students throughout the admissions process.
• Responsible for coordinating recruitment travel logistics for the admissions recruitment team, including vehicle requests and maintaining standard operating procedures for travel best practices. Serve as a liaison for athletic coaches and affinity group partners to the admissions office, ensuring prompt communication and accurate data collection.
• Demonstrate proficiency in creating new queries and reports in the CRM (Slate), that can be shared with the recruitment team for text messages, phone calls, and analysis of assigned territories.
• Participate in the evaluation and review of admission applications.
• Demonstrate proficiency in delivering motivational presentations to both large and small groups of prospective students and their parents.
• Participate in the success of all other on-campus recruitment programs (i.e., Open House Programs, Financial Aid Programs, Accepted Students' Day programs, etc.)
• Conduct individual interviews with prospective students and their parents.
• Along with other Admissions officers, work as a team player to develop and implement new strategies to attract and yield enough applicants to reach or exceed the department’s goals.
• Stay current with topics relating to job effectiveness through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts, attending professional conferences, and attending workshops or trainings.
• Assist the Director of Admissions with the general administrative responsibilities of managing the Office of Admissions.
• Contribute to the success of the Office of Admissions by supporting the other teammates including in all aspects relating to the recruitment of new and transfer students and by performing all other essential duties as assigned. Serve as a general knowledge base for admissions policies and practices.

Minor responsibilities may include:

Assist with general administrative responsibilities for the Admissions Office. Keep current on all aspects of MSMU, especially academic, social, religious, and athletic programs and events. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions

Job Requirements: Education, Experience and Skills:

The appointed individual:

• Has a bachelor’s degree with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Has 5+ years of applicable experience, preferably in admissions, sales, or higher education, with preference given to current Slate users.
• Consistently exercises sound judgment, demonstrate ethical conduct, and can work independently and in a team setting. Must have ability to work under pressure in a demanding academic environment. Ideal candidates will be flexible, creative, and energetic. Ability to establish effective working procedures and systems is essential.
• Has a commitment to and advocates for diversity, inclusion and representation within the Admissions office and processes.
• Can articulate the values of a liberal arts education in the Catholic tradition.
• Is willing to travel and work extended hours during critical admission seasons.

Minor responsibilities may include:

• Assist with general administrative responsibilities for the Admissions Office.
• Keep current on all aspects of MSMU, especially academic, social, religious, and athletic programs and events.
• Help analyze territory data to maximize recruitment efforts.

Salary/Benefits

This is a full-time position with full benefits and annual, holiday and sick leave. The university offers a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for graduate and undergraduate classes at Mount St. Mary’s University, retirement program with a match as well as a generous paid time off schedule. Competitive salary commensurate to experience.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time