Asst Director, Admissions

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The College Recruiter (Assistant Director of Admissions) supports Miami Law’s recruitment, admissions, and financial education efforts by counseling prospective and admitted students on the law school application and institutional aid process. This position integrates financial literacy into recruitment strategies and requires proficiency in Customer Relationship Management software, excellent analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to use sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in a professional setting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Two (2) years of experience in either admissions, student recruitment, financial aid, or a related field.
Ability and willingness to travel heavily during peak recruitment season and to incur travel expenses for reimbursement.
Ability and willingness to work on evenings and weekends as needed.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy in highly confidential and professional setting.
Ability to confidently address questions and concerns from prospective students and families during recruitment events and information sessions.
Ability to foster connections and build rapport with a wide range of audiences, inspiring interest and excitement about the law school.
Ability to identify and use data to make decisions about recruiting initiatives.
Ability to work both independently and as part of an office team characterized by high volume of applications, visitors, and emails.
Ability to work effectively under deadlines and high expectations of productivity.
Demonstrated skill in representing Miami Law to prospective students, prelaw advisors, and parents.
Demonstrated success in event planning and programming.
Excellent computer skills and comfort level with technology and software.
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional dedication to customer service.
Exercise of sound judgment in evaluating applications for admission.
Knowledge of best practices in law school admissions.
Knowledge of business and management principles
Skilled in confidently delivering presentations both virtually and in person.
Strong attention to detail, leadership skills, and team-building skills.
Must be willing to learn new software as required.
Strong work ethic and interest in improving performance.

Nice To Haves

JD or master’s degree preferred.
Experience in a similar academic setting or marketing experience preferred.
Unite law school customer relationship management system expertise preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Strong proficiency with Unite or Powerfaids preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements recruitment and yield strategies to attract prospective students and meet the enrollment needs of the University.
Establishes and maintains relationships with students, parents, high school counselors, teachers, and administrators.
Provides pre-admission advice and counsel relative to the recruitment and admissions processes.
Seeks out opportunities to engage and meet prospective students by participating in local, state, and national school events, college fairs, and community organizations.
Addresses questions and responds to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums.
Hosts and assists in the establishment and coordination of on-campus programs for prospective students.
Represents the University during on-campus events to provide information about available offerings, including but not limited to, academic programs, resources, opportunities, and facilities.
Evaluates the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and makes recommendations for program changes and enhancements.
Compiles, assesses, and interprets student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, and market area trends, and reports findings to senior leadership.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Counsel prospective and admitted students on funding options, including institutional aid, federal financial aid, private loans, and external scholarships.
Review applicant files and make scholarship award recommendations based on established criteria.
Collaborate with the admissions team to integrate financial aid guidance into recruitment efforts.
Conduct workshops and webinars for students and families on financial literacy and loan management.
Track trends in student borrowing, repayment, and financial aid utilization to inform policy and planning.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in federal and state financial aid regulations and best practices.
Oversee financial aid systems and databases to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Assists in the preliminary review process of applications for all LAW programs.
Provides individual counseling to prospective students and applicants regarding all aspects of the law school application process.
Supports recruitment and yield strategies to attract prospective students and meet the enrollment needs of the University.
Represents Miami Law at regional and national events and to a wide range of constituents and venues.
Assists in the development, enhancement, advertising and execution of on-campus visits and events, off-campus events, and virtual programming for prospective students.
Assists with special projects and other duties assigned by the Associate Director of Admissions and Institutional Aid.