Associate Director Of Admission - Southwest U.S. Region

Position Title Associate Director of Admission

• Southwest U.S. Region Department Office of Admissions

• Group Pay Type Exempt Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time Hours Per Week 37.5 Number of weeks 44 weeks per year other - # of weeks 44 Benefits Eligible Full Benefits Geographical National Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

Plan and implement student recruitment strategies in the Southwest region of the United States to help Connecticut College achieve enrollment goals; assume responsibility for planning and coordinating specific Southwestern U.S. admission programs and projects; represent the College to college counselors, community-based organizations, alumni, prospective students and their families across assigned territories. Recruitment territory to include: TX, OK, NM, AZ, CA (southern). Other territories that may be included: NV, UT, CO, LA, AR, MO, KS

This is a remote position. Preference will be given to candidates based in states within the recruitment territory.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent the College and provide information and counseling to prospective students, families, counselors and others interested parties in the Southwest through interviews, group presentations, and phone and email communications

• Meet, virtually, with associates, directors and the dean on a regular basis to assist in planning and implementing student recruitment strategies

• Work to develop new recruitment programs and strategies to enhance prospect development, applicant conversion and yield of admitted students in the Southwest

• Maintain and increase the selectivity, quality and diversity of the applicant pool and matriculants from the Southwest through a variety of recruitment and yield activities

• Review applications individually and in committee settings, recommend candidates for admission, and serve on admission selection committees

• Prepare annual statistical and area reports including appropriate recommendations or conclusions

• Interpret educational policy and institutional mission of the College to perpetuate its intellectual quality

• Participate in professional admissions associations

Education and Skills

• Requires a Bachelor's degree, preferably in the liberal arts

• Requires a minimum of 5 years of admission or college counseling experience

• Ability to work independently and remotely

• Excellent oral and written communications skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to engage with diverse audiences and connect with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences

• Ability to make clear and concise presentations

• Ability to create and execute innovative admission programs

• Excellent attention to detail, and strong computer skills

• Ability to build and sustain key relationships with staff, students, alumni and Southwestern U.S. contacts

• Excellent organization skills and ability to set priorities and keep to deadlines

• A growth mindset and willingness to continually develop knowledge, skills, and competencies

• Extensive travel required (10-12 weeks per year)

• Valid Driver's License required

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Driving Required Yes Salary Range $58,000 - $73,000 Covid Vaccine Information

Effective June 8, Connecticut College will no longer mandate the COVID-19 vaccine or boosters. The College strongly recommends that all students and employees be vaccinated and remain updated with their COVID-19 boosters

Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 06/21/2024 Applications accepted through Open Until Filled Yes