Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission

Clarkson University•Potsdam, NY

5d•$22 - $25

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Admission contributes to the University’s overall recruitment efforts by planning and implementing procedures and projects to attract and matriculate a diverse, talented new-student class. The role manages a geographic recruitment territory and supports recruitment activities and programs across the Enrollment Division. The Assistant Director travels at least six to eight weeks during the fall term; spring travel is determined by the supervisor. Evening and weekend work is also required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Exemplary oral and written communication skills.
Marketing, networking, and advertising skills.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with various constituencies.
Must be able and willing to travel out of state.
Ability to work evening and weekend hours.
Functional skills, including knowledge of and facility with a variety of desktop computer programs.
Ability to remain current with trends in higher education.
Ability to manage a recruitment territory, work under tight deadlines, and meet assigned enrollment goals.
Familiarity with social media sourcing.
Ability to build strong relationships.
Professional demeanor, dress, and personal interaction, and ability to represent the institution effectively with on- and off-campus constituents.
Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certifications, and/or curriculum or graduation requirements.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Direct admission experience preferred.
Experience in an education environment and/or transferable skills.
Knowledge of or experience with Slate preferred.
In-depth knowledge of how a robust outreach campaign works and integrates with a larger direct marketing campaign.

Responsibilities

Manage a geographic recruitment territory, increasing inquiries, applicants, and outreach initiatives, and remain current with trends in higher education.
Present information about Clarkson to groups of students, parents, educators, and alumni; correspond with these audiences and follow up with students using current contact management guidelines.
Develop and maintain working relationships with high school counselors and conduct market research within the assigned territory.
Assist with scholarship programs and financial aid follow-up.
Work within a team and participate in planning and executing on-campus and off-campus recruitment events.
Demonstrate a commitment to recruiting a diverse student population.
Manage Enrollment Division programs, including new staff training, marketing, visit programs, and phone campaigns.
Lead or participate in task-driven office teams, including those focused on territory management, the student ambassador program, and application processing and review.
Contribute to recruitment plans for first-year, Clarkson School, transfer, and international students.
Assist in developing and implementing communication strategies for multiple student populations, families, school counselors, and other stakeholders using SLATE CRM.
Perform other duties as assigned.