Assistant Director, Admission

Lynn University•Decatur, GA

About The Position

Lynn University is seeking candidates for the position of assistant director of admission. Reporting to the associate director of admission, the assistant director of admission is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of first-year students within certain geographic territories, along with assisting in the design, development, implementation, and management of various admission programs, strategies, policies, and practices that meet the goals and objectives of the university.

Requirements

Knowledge of admission terminology and standardized testing practices.
Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication, leadership, organizational and programming skills.
Ability to clearly and persuasively articulate university programs and offerings to prospective students.
Skilled at interacting and communicating with varying audiences in small and large settings.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems independently.
Ability to travel and work a varied, and sometimes extensive, schedule with flexible hours including weekends and evenings.
Knowledge of social media platforms and basic interactions in order to communicate with prospective students.
Demonstrated ability at planning and organizing multiple projects and tasks.
Ability to learn and apply institutional policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office tools, Zoom and other virtual meeting platforms, and ability to become familiar with recruitment software programs.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize work effectively.
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university required.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with a master’s degree will be given preference.
Consideration will be given to candidates with direct college admission experience.
Two to three years of progressive admission and higher education experience are preferred.
Depending on experience, candidates may instead be considered for the same role at the senior assistant director or admission counselor level.
Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Travels to and manages several geographic territories to identify, recruit, admit, and enroll academically qualified first-year students.
Researches, designs and implements recruitment initiatives to augment the university’s marketing efforts to prospective students.
Collaborates with team members and senior leadership to ensure operational activities within the office are streamlined and productive.
Establishes and maintains an active communication flow with high school students and parents, high school, independent and transfer counselors.
Counsels students through the application process and facilitates questions related to the university’s academic, social, cultural, financial, and athletic environments.
Provides guidance regarding the university’s cost, scholarship opportunities and financial aid programs.
Reads, interprets and evaluates students' academic credentials to determine an appropriate admission decision.
Conducts admission presentations to campus visitors and varying constituent groups in the assigned territory.
Completes routine reports related to recruitment, projections, personal schedule, special programs, and professional development.
Builds and maintains working relationships with key faculty and staff members across campus.
Assists with the planning and execution of special programs and projects both virtually and in person.