Assistant Director of Admissions – Yield Management

Westminster College • Fulton, MO

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About The Position

At Westminster College, the Assistant Director of Admissions – Yield Management works under the supervision and guidance of the Director for Recruitment to move admitted students through the financial aid and enrollment processes. The role develops productive relationships with students and families during the college-selection process and collaborates with Admissions Counselors to identify students who would thrive in the College’s hands-on learning environment, challenging curriculum, and alumni network.

The position calls for an analytical, organized, meticulous, and detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working with data and understands the college enrollment ecosystem, current technology, and higher education trends. It requires autonomy and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, along with strong customer-relationship, time-management, responsiveness, and accuracy skills. The Assistant Director is described as a potential stepping stone for advancement in Enrollment Management. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Three or more years of experience in college admissions, sales, or a related position.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of prospective students admitted to the College through interpersonal communication and relationship building using multiple approaches.
• Anticipate student and family needs and manage enrollment solutions through effective communication and problem-solving.
• Conduct admissions- and financial aid-related conversations with prospective students and families to enhance yield.
• Assist with developing and deploying yield-based communication flows.
• Organize and execute yield activities in collaboration with the department.
• Meet with prospective students and families during campus visits.
• Produce and disseminate anti-melt communications to students who have deposited.
• Participate in recruitment and yield events throughout the year, including Welcome to Westminster, SOAR, and alumni receptions.
• Articulate the value and benefits of a liberal arts institution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Health Savings Account and/or Flex Spending Account
• Supplemental short-term disability, hospitalization, accident, and critical illness options
• Stand-alone Employee Assistance Program
• Life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement 403(b) plan
• Tuition remission or exchange programs
• Sick and vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level