Associate Director Of Admissions - Norwich University

Job Description:

Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by contacting and cultivating prospective students and applicants; provides supervision to other members of the admissions team and/or to critical processes necessary within the cultivation and recruitment of an incoming class.

Salary: $55,000/year or more depending on experience.

• Develops strong relationships with prospective students and their families throughout the admission cycle including personal communication in a written and electronic format, phone calls and personal interaction as necessary.

• Counsels and advises students about financial aid eligibility, financial aid application procedures, aid programs, costs, and indebtedness.

• Ensures that all visiting students and families have a pleasant and informative visit to campus by supporting the success of various student-visit programs through conducting information sessions, campus tours, one-on-one interviews, virtual events, and collaborating with a wide variety of departments and offices across campus.

• Represents the University at on and off-campus events including open houses, regional events, and academic showcases and strategic high school visits.

• Plans and executes travel in select geographic areas; to include college fairs, classroom presentations and individual meetings with applicants, often including some nights and weekends.

• Develops and manages a marketing plan based on geographic territories and specific academic programs.

Other Functions

• Assesses the performance of direct reports and provides frequent feedback to optimize their performance.

• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information.

• Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner.

• Serves on University committees, councils, workgroups or other designated bodies as assigned.

• Achieves, maintains proficiency in, and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job-related equipment, including related systems and software.

• Speaks, reads and writes in English.

• Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device.

• Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required. Additional Admissions/Recruitment experience may substitute for completed degree.

• 3 years Admissions/Recruitment experience preferred. Experience in a progressive management or leadership role.

• Understanding of best practices in enrollment and recruiting.

• Supervisory experience preferred

• Military experience, military school experience or ROTC experience(s) a plus, but not required

• A valid driver's license is required

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook); experience with Banner and Slate preferred

• Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 20 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus

• Work some evening or weekend hours

• Travel as needed (public or private transportation)

Environmental Conditions

• Indoor work at a computer workstation

• Low level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations and temperature changes.

Additional Information:

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at nuhr@norwich.edu for assistance.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now or in the future. A post offer, pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.

Application Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and Norwich application.

URL: www.norwich.edu