Associate Director of Graduate International Admissions

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Associate Director of Graduate International Admissions
Category:
Student Affairs/ Services
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Department:
International Admissions [INT]
Locations:
Fairfield, CT
Posted:
Feb 17, 2023
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Exempt
Position ID:
159238
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Job Description:
Assist in the recruitment, conversion, and enrollment of new full-time international graduate students to increase the quality and quantity of such students.
Responsibilities Include:
Participate in all aspects of admissions, student recruitment and marketing including, but not limited to, the representation of the university to wide and diverse audiences within the United States and overseas
Conduct student interviews via in-person and/or virtually
Correspondence extensively via in writing, phone, virtual and e-mail with prospective students
Participate in the communication, training, and management of an established agency recruitment network
Assess application credentials from applicants seeking admission
Work closely with the University's ESL program to matriculate students to Undergraduate and Graduate enrollment, including the participation in events which impact the matriculation of such students
Expand use of social media, including posting content, managing traffic and analyzing effectiveness
Work in collaboration with Office of International and Immigration Services as well as Graduate Student Affairs for the initial arrival of graduate international students, and assist with their transition to student life, including the participation in orientation programs
Work collaboratively with University personnel responsible for Federal immigration regulations as they pertain to international students
Promote international and multicultural understanding on-campus and in the community at- large
Requirements:
Knowledge and Skills Needed:
Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.
University admissions experience, with knowledge of the principles and best practices involved with international recruitment and admissions in a university setting preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong presentation skills.
Priority given to fluent multilingual speaker (English, Spanish, Arabic).
Highly motivated, self-starter, independent worker, able to prioritize and initiate.
Able to handle complex and multiple tasks simultaneously.
Able to work well under pressure.
Strong organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Computer literacy; knowledge of computer databases for tracking purposes; familiarity with Colleague, and/or Slate, or similar administrative tracking systems a plus.
Willingness to occasionally work unconventional hours.
Extensive travel is required, both domestic and overseas, therefore, experience traveling overseas preferred.
Valid driver's license, passport and accessibility to transportation.
Ability to provide excellent customer service to diverse constituents.
Working with populations across global time zones requires flexible work hours which are atypical to a forty (40) hour, Monday - Friday work week. Additional evening and weekend hours may be necessary as required by international travel, projects, work-load, deadlines or special events.
Additional Information:
Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence
Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit.
To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:
Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
Demonstrate that we are Stronger Together as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence statements
Application Instructions:
Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated.
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