Assistant Director of Graduate Admission

Fairfield University•Fairfield, CT

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the recruitment of prospective graduate students, advises on admission processes, and provides support and guidance to prospective students from inquiry through matriculation. Manages recruitment strategy in specified territory. Performs specific additional responsibilities as listed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
2-4 years of admission experience or comparable experience in higher education or sales.
Experience in planning and implementing a comprehensive recruitment plan.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Detail orientation.
Ability to multitask.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates with higher education office experience, particularly as it pertains admissions/ enrollment management.

Responsibilities

Assists in the recruitment of graduate students to increase enrollments.
Counseling prospective students regarding admission procedures and the initial advising on academic programs.
Coordinating follow-up communication with prospects and applicants from inquiry through to admission and matriculation.
Attending graduate fairs, transfer fairs and corporate events as assigned.
Participating in on-campus and virtual recruitment functions including Information Sessions and Orientations.
Assists in maintaining office operations.
Greeting the public and answering telephones in a courteous manner.
Keeping up to date on graduate program details, deadlines and tuition costs to ensure that current information is provided.
Processing applications for all graduate programs for both domestic and international students.
Preparing admission letters and processing admissions decisions.
Creates and maintains communication and marketing materials.
Works in conjunction with the University’s marketing team to create content and design new promotional materials.
Assists in maintaining a social media presence for the office.
Writes individual emails and crafts robust communication plans aimed to convert inquiries into applicants and applicants into enrolled students.
Serves as liaison between the dean’s offices, other university departments, and the office of admission.
Working with deans and program directors to develop recruitment goals and strategies to achieve them.
Coordinating with the offices of financial aid, student engagement, registrar, and bursar to ensure a holistic student experience is achieved.
Participating in accreditation site visits as necessary.
Participates in the professional development of the Enrollment Management Unit and Graduate Admission Office.
Attending departmental staff meetings as required.
Attending appropriate workshops, conferences, webinars and other professional meetings for ongoing professional development.
Participating on University committees as requested and appropriate.
Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the University community and consistent with the department’s mission.
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.