Associate Director For Admissions

Position Information

Texas Lutheran University invites applications for a full-time Associate Director for Admissions. This position performs significant recruiting and admissions functions and serves the admissions needs of the constituents of the University.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary university contact for assigned territory.

• Counsel prospective students and parents regarding academic programs of study, program requirements, and scholarship programs.

• Evaluate credentials submitted by applicants - reviewing admission essays, evaluating test scores, and conducting interviews to determine a student's potential for success at Texas Lutheran University.

• Make admission or denial recommendations based on a student's academic credentials and other relevant factors. Such recommendations will be made with the goal of enhancing the academic standards and quality of the university and predicting the future success of the student.

• Develop and implement an individual recruitment plan. The plan will include knowledge of high school history; area alumni, clergy, and friends of TLU; competitors; and factors of influence.

• Represent the university at high schools, college night programs, conferences, and other events as required.

• Plan and carry out recruitment events that will attract quality students to the university and inform the public about programs offered by the institution.

• Serve as guest speaker on higher education topics (e.g., the college search process, financial aid issues, scholarship services, etc.) for a variety of constituents, including but not limited to professional organizations, students, and parents.

• Serve as the primary university contact for assigned territory, counseling prospective students and parents regarding academic programs of study, program requirements, and scholarship programs.

• Ensure effective and timely communication with prospective students, parents, and other constituents.

• Investigate complaints or disputes on behalf of constituents and work with appropriate staff to resolve such issues. Significant matters may include, but are not limited to the following: financial aid, scholarship, or academic program issues; admission credentials and documents; residence life; etc.

• Participate in short range departmental planning by offering recommendations for departmental functions and goals.

• Anticipate and investigate competitive products, programs, and services and make recommendations that would enhance TLU's competitive edge in the market.

• Participate in the development of university publications, recruiting materials, etc., outlining academic services and university policies.

• Make large and small group presentations to prospective students regarding programs offered by TLU.

• Facilitate prospective student campus visits and interviews.

• Coordinate special projects as assigned.

• Require some daily, weekly, and overnight travel to assigned territory and others contingent on need.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree is preferred

• Between three and five years of related (higher education, financial aid, public relations, or marketing) experience is preferred.

• Excellent critical thinking skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Knowledge of computers and communication technology, to include MS Office and the CRM software- Slate.

• Excellent problem-solving ability

• Excellent leadership and time management skills; must be a self-starter

• Considerable judgment is required to work independently and make decisions based on precedent and established policy

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

• Excellent telephone skills and a willingness to be a part of an aggressive telemarketing plan

• Demonstrated ability to work with multicultural and multilingual populations

• Familiar with Hispanic Serving Institutions and their mission

• Understand and support the mission and strategic plan of Texas Lutheran University.

Benefits are competitive. Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. For more information about TLU, consult our web site at www.tlu.edu. Please submit an application, a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources

Texas Lutheran University

1000 W. Court Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu

Fax: (830) 372-6409

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University has been consistently recognized as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education. Texas Lutheran University (TLU) is an official U.S. News & World Report "Best Colleges" selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking second on the list for "Best Value," and fifth overall. This is the eighth consecutive year TLU has been featured on the "Best Value" rankings. Other notable recognitions include TLU's acknowledgment as a top 20 regional college for Social Mobility-the fourth year the university has appeared in this category. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and also is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.