Regional Associate Director of Admissions - Long Island, New York

University of Maine System•New York, NY

7d•Remote

About The Position

The University of Southern Maine (USM) is seeking an experienced admissions professional to serve as the Regional Associate Director of Admissions for the Long Island, New York region. This remote, full-time, 10-month position is responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle for prospective students, developing and implementing a territory strategy, cultivating relationships with educational partners, evaluating applications, and guiding students through the admissions and enrollment process. The role is crucial for expanding USM's presence and growing its applicant pipeline and enrollment from this key out-of-state market.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in college admissions or a closely related field, including territory management and independent recruitment travel.
Residence within, or willingness to relocate to, the Long Island/Metro New York region.
Valid driver's license and access to a fully insured personal vehicle.
Proven ability to independently manage an admissions territory and recruitment strategy.
Strong relationship-building, networking, and presentation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities with students, families, school counselors, and community partners.
Experience using CRM systems and data to inform recruitment strategies and enrollment decisions.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while working remotely.
A collaborative mindset with a commitment to serving students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
Willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory, including evenings and weekends during peak recruitment periods.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a strategic recruitment plan for the Long Island and Metro New York territory, including enrollment goals, travel schedules, and recruitment events.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with high school counselors, community colleges, educational consultants, community organizations, alumni, and other key stakeholders.
Represent USM at college fairs, high school visits, community events, receptions, and other recruitment activities throughout the region.
Provide personalized admissions counseling to prospective students and families regarding academic programs, admissions requirements, financial aid, and enrollment.
Review applications and evaluate candidates for admission in accordance with University policies.
Lead territory-specific yield initiatives through individualized outreach, regional events, and coordination of campus visit opportunities.
Maintain accurate recruitment data and activity records within the University's CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system and provide regular reports on territory performance and market trends.
Travel periodically to the Portland campus for admissions training, application review, retreats, and major recruitment events.