Assistant Director of Admissions

Ivy Tech Community College•East Chicago, IN

2d•$45,000 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Admissions supports campus enrollment growth by managing recruitment activities, prospective student engagement, and enrollment systems. This position uses CRM and enrollment technologies to track, communicate with, and convert prospective students through the admissions process. The Assistant Director serves as a key representative of Ivy Tech Community College in building relationships with students, schools, community organizations, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
Minimum of one to two years of relevant experience is preferred.
Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects.
Must possess excellent "people" skills including working successfully with diverse populations, including (but not limited to) college and school personnel, teachers and prospective students.
Must possess skills and experience in public speaking.
Previous computer experience is necessary.
Must possess a willingness and an ability to travel and work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Responsibilities

Support and participate in on-campus and off-campus recruitment activities, including college fairs, high school visits, information sessions, and community events, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Recruit prospective students by promoting Ivy Tech programs, services, and opportunities to increase inquiries, applications, and enrollment conversions.
Manage and maintain prospective student data through the College's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring effective communication and follow-up throughout the enrollment process.
Generate, analyze, and interpret reports from IvyAnalytics and other enrollment systems to evaluate recruitment effectiveness, identify trends, assess conversion rates, and support data-informed decision-making.
Monitors assigned recruitment territories, schools, events, and student populations to increase enrollment and improve student engagement outcomes.
Utilize enrollment and recruitment data to identify opportunities, address recruitment gaps, and develop targeted outreach strategies.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with K-12 partners, community organizations, colleges, and other stakeholders to support enrollment goals.
Collaborate with campus departments and statewide partners to coordinate recruitment initiatives and student engagement efforts.
Assist in the development and distribution of admissions and recruitment communications and materials.
Ensure compliance with FERPA and maintain confidentiality of student information.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services