Assistant Director Regional Recruitment (Remote - New England)

Loyola University

97d • $53,040 - $66,300

About The Position

Located in New England (preferably in the Boston area), the Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment - New England, under the direction of the Director of Regional Recruitment, serves as the recruitment & territory manager for an assigned region in the US. Represents the University both on and off-campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors and other individuals or organizations involved in the college search and selection process. Develops events in regional territory to attract Loyola University admission candidates. Answer questions and advise prospective students and their families on procedures and requirements for admission. Evaluate applications from regional territory. Maintain liaison externally with college counselors and internally with Loyola academic and administrative offices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of three years of experience in college or university admission, student counseling, or customer service experience.
• Up to 1 year of student work experience in admission, student leadership, or customer service can be accepted.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to cultivate an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment.
• Ability to treat all people equitably and with sensitivity to cultural differences.
• Demonstrate ability to manage the recruitment and admission processes and leverage data in decision-making.
• Knowledge of database software tools and ability to use these programs to create correspondence, promotional materials and reports.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree
• Experience in developing recruitment strategies or tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong knowledge of the institution and relevant University procedures, policies, and programs and be able to convey this information effectively to prospective students and their families.
• Live and recruit in a remote territory with the goal of expanding Loyola's reach in tertiary markets.
• Tailor student recruitment strategy to territory environment and culture.
• Review applications for acceptance and present admission recommendations.
• Carry out activities within established procedures to facilitate the conversion of applicants to enrolled status.
• Verify enrollment status, ensure students are eligible for admission, and continue follow-up with admitted students for deposit into program.
• Cultivate relationships with alumni, community college advisors, high school counselors, and other constituencies in the territory to assist with the recruitment process.
• Participate in special projects aimed at developing new admissions strategy or tools.
• Develop and implement targeted programming geared toward high school counselors.
• Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the University.
• Provide one-on-one admission counseling to applicants by in-person appointments, phone calls, and emails.
• Assist students and families at every stage of the enrollment process.
• Participate in various student visit programs designed to recruit targeted prospective applicants.
• Collaborate with other departments and offices across campus to support recruitment and admission activities.
• Evaluate recruitment strategies and recommend ideas for improvement.
• Participate in virtual recruitment initiatives including online college fairs and online high school visits.
• Create and execute online programming including online essay writing workshops and financial aid workshops.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Tuition remission
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree