Associate Director for Admissions

Georgia Department of Revenue•Hinesville, GA

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About The Position

The Associate Director of Admissions assists in the leadership, administration, and daily operation of Savannah Technical College’s Admissions Department. The role coordinates admissions processes, supervises admissions staff, implements recruitment and outreach initiatives, ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements, and supports strategic enrollment goals. As a member of the enrollment management team, the Associate Director assists the Director of Admissions in developing, implementing, and evaluating admissions policies, procedures, recruitment strategies, and student-centered services. The position oversees admissions operations, application processing, testing activities, and customer service functions to provide prospective and returning students with a welcoming and efficient admissions experience. The Associate Director provides operational oversight and leadership for admissions, supporting enrollment objectives through collaborative work, data-informed decisions, regulatory compliance, and student-centered service. The position works with campus departments and external partners to advance recruitment and enrollment, and serves as the department representative when the Director of Admissions is absent, as assigned. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of progressively responsible experience in student services or a related area; related experience may substitute for education year for year. The posting also lists a baccalaureate degree in a closely related field and three years of experience in a post-secondary institution as minimum qualifications. Salary is commensurate with education, qualifications, and work experience. The position is contingent upon funding and allocation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Student Affairs, Higher Education, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, and three years of progressively responsible experience in student services, accessibility services, advising, retention, case management, student success programs, or a related area; related experience may substitute for education year for year.
The posting also lists a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a closely related field and three years of experience in a post-secondary institution.
Knowledge of admissions requirements, enrollment management principles, and admissions testing procedures.
Knowledge of student information systems and admissions technology platforms.
Knowledge of college policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations affecting admissions operations.
Knowledge of recruitment, marketing, and student outreach strategies.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to analyze data and make recommendations for operational and enrollment improvements.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
Skill in operating computers and job-related software applications.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Candidates must pass a criminal background check.
Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers with a cover letter and resume; incomplete submissions will not be considered. Applicants should include annual salary for each position held.
Male applicants between ages 18 and 26 must present proof of Selective Service registration.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Admissions in planning, organizing, and managing admissions activities for new, returning, transfer, dual-enrollment, and special-population students.
Directly supervise, train, coach, and evaluate Admissions Coordinators, Admissions Specialists, and other assigned staff.
Oversee application processing, admissions determinations, residency verification, transcript evaluation, and admissions documentation.
Ensure admissions operations comply with institutional policies, Technical College System requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Assist in developing, implementing, and continuously improving admissions policies, procedures, and operational practices.
Coordinate and monitor admissions testing, placement assessments, and related enrollment activities.
Develop and implement recruitment, outreach, and enrollment initiatives to attract and enroll prospective students.
Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Financial Aid, Marketing, and other campus departments to support enrollment goals and student success.
Provide prospective students, families, community partners, and other stakeholders with information and guidance about admissions requirements, programs, enrollment procedures, and student resources.
Monitor admissions operations and staff performance to support high-quality customer service and timely processing of student records.
Assist with budget planning, resource allocation, and operational assessment for admissions activities.
Maintain and use student information systems and related technologies to manage records, track enrollment trends, and generate reports.
Collect, analyze, and report admissions, recruitment, and enrollment data to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Develop and maintain relationships with high schools, community organizations, business partners, and external agencies to support recruitment and enrollment.
Assist with recruitment events, campus tours, orientations, open houses, registration activities, and special enrollment initiatives.
Provide the Director of Admissions with reports, recommendations, and updates about departmental performance, enrollment trends, and operational effectiveness.
Represent the department in the Director of Admissions’ absence, as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.