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Assistant Director of Admissions

Company name
Assumption College

Location
Worcester, MA, United States

Employment Type
Full-Time

Industry
Manager, Education

Posted on
Dec 23, 2021

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Assistant Director of Admissions

Category:

Administrators

Department:

Admissions

Locations:

Worcester, MA

Posted:

Dec 23, 2021

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

140988

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About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, Catholic liberal arts institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented racial minorities to apply.

Job Description:

BASIC PURPOSE: Assists in the recruitment and selection of students in support of the mission of the University.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Evaluates the qualifications of prospective students and makes admissions recommendations, which are in the best interests of the Student and the University.

2. Represents the University at conventions, University night functions, fairs and high school visits, etc. in an effort to promote Assumption and encourage prospective students to apply for admission here.

3. Conducts personal interviews with prospective students in order to familiarize them with the University's programs and policies and to assess their interests and goals.

4. Makes presentations promoting the University to various groups of students, parents, and guidance personnel.

5. Assesses students' requests for financial aid and makes recommendations for scholarships and grants on the basis of scholarship, character and financial need.

6. Serves as the Admissions Liaison to the Athletic Department. This would include developing and facilitating an appropriate communication flow between the coaches and Admissions, and between coaches and potential students.

7. Maintains contacts with the University's Alumni as a source for prospective students.

8. Trains and mentors administrative employees.

9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

10. Serves as a Campus Security Authority for Clery reporting purposes and a Responsible Employee for Title IX reporting purposes.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.

* Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field required. Master's Degree preferred.

* Minimum of 4-6 years experience in University admissions required.

* Strong computer skills required. Experience with relational databases and research methodology helpful.

* Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality required.

* Ability to work evenings and weekends, including overnight travel as required. Ability to travel and valid driver's license required

Additional Information:

SCOPE:

* Interacts on a daily basis with prospective and current students, parents, alumni, high school representatives, University community, athletics, vendors and professional organizations of higher education.

* Travels for a minimum of 4 months each year making approximately 250 visits to high schools, conventions, and fairs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.

Application Instructions:

Please be sure to submit your cover letter addressing qualifications for this position along with your resume.

Thank you

Company info

Assumption College
Website : http://www.assumption.edu

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