Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director, Admissions

Brandeis University•Waltham, MA

1d•$52,000 - $60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Brandeis University Undergraduate Admissions is hiring an Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director to promote the University through on- and off-campus programs, including public presentations. The position manages a recruitment territory and builds relationships with prospective students and their families, school counselors, and representatives of community-based organizations. The role also develops knowledge of high school curricula, interviews prospective students, evaluates undergraduate applications, participates in selection decisions, and supports departmental and institutional enrollment goals. The position involves travel, including 4–6 weeks in the fall and 1–2 weeks in the spring, with some nights and weekends. The Admissions Office works in a hybrid fashion, with exceptions during certain periods of the year. Typically, after the first three months of employment, two scheduled remote days per week are planned; all staff are scheduled to be on campus one day each week. Evening and weekend work is necessary during key recruitment periods. The hiring range is $52,000–$55,000 for Admissions Counselor and $57,000–$60,000 for Assistant Director, Admissions. Title and salary are commensurate with experience. Applicants must submit a cover letter with their resume.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
0–3 years of related work experience.
Strong process management, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Ability to build strong relationships with admissions staff and constituents across campus.
Proficiency with Microsoft and Google Workspace applications.
Valid driver’s license required.
Availability for evening and weekend work during key recruitment periods.
Cover letter must be submitted with the application and resume.

Nice To Haves

Previous work in undergraduate admissions is desired.
Experience with Slate Technolutions and Workday is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a recruitment territory, including travel, college fairs, receptions, information sessions, high school visits, and virtual outreach.
Conduct holistic reviews of first-year and transfer applications from the assigned recruitment region and participate actively in committee.
Conduct on- and off-campus information sessions and regularly serve as a resource for campus visitors.
Correspond with prospective students and applicants, providing proactive outreach and timely, appropriate follow-up.
Support projects and special populations as needed by the supervisor and office, potentially including management of special applicants, deposit tracking, or work with recruited athletes.
Participate in large-scale on-campus recruitment events, such as admitted student open houses.
Promote the University through on- and off-campus programs, including public presentations.
Build relationships with prospective students and their families, school counselors, and community-based organization representatives.
Interview prospective students, evaluate undergraduate applications, and serve as a member of the selection team.
Support departmental and institutional enrollment goals.