Admissions Officer

American University•Spring Valley, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. The Admissions Officer is responsible for the admission and recruitment of domestic first-year applicants, including recruitment travel, as well as application evaluation. This position is also responsible for assisting with the coordination and staffing of on-campus programs and online events for prospective students. The number of first-year applications that the Admissions Officer reviews ranges from one thousand to two thousand annually.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Less than 1 year of relevant experience.
Professional experience in admissions or related areas.
Knowledge of trends and practices in higher education.
Writing ability.
Ability to represent the University and demonstrate highly developed interpersonal and public speaking skills.
Demonstrated problem solving ability.
Computer skills.
Organizational skills and ability to conduct demographic and historical research as it pertains to American University’s applicant trends.
Ability to contribute to a team-oriented environment within the Office of Enrollment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or equivalent.
1 - 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Reads and evaluates applications for undergraduate admission; makes decisions or refers to either the Associate Directors or Directors of Admissions
Conducts recruitment travel; participates in high school visits, college fairs, regional interviews and other regional recruitment events.
Provides guidance, expertise and recommendations to prospective students, parents, alumni, and college counselors; conducts outreach to this population.
Conducts on-campus information sessions and interviews for prospective students and their parents; gives overview of university programs/majors, student life and the admissions process.
Participates in campus and online events.
Develops and implements recruitment strategy and plans for a specific geographic area.
Analyzes results of previous years’ activities and then develops and executes a comprehensive, integrated plan for both fall and spring travel/visits/events each year involving outreach to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, alumni and others.