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Senior Admissions Officer
Under the guidance of senior members of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Senior Admissions Officer is responsible for the daily management of a geographic region to recruit, evaluate and enroll an academically accomplished and diverse student body to Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science. The officer is responsible for the day-to-day communication with students, parents, secondary school officials and alumni. The officer will be responsible for evaluating approximately 1,100-1,200 applications per recruitment cycle; responsibilities include all calls, correspondence, visitations, admissions recommendations and alumni contact; makes critical judgments, presents arguments recommending admissions decisions to the Admissions Committee; counsels candidates and their parents on admissions and curricular choices.
Responsibilities
- The officer is responsible for managing a region which produces approximately 1,100-1,200 applications. The officer makes critical judgments and recommendations to the Committee on Admissions on the candidates from their region.
- The officer will implement a comprehensive recruitment campaign to attract the world’s most talented students to Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science. The officer will travel approximately 2-4 weeks per cycle counseling and making frequent presentations to students, parents and secondary school officials concerning the unique attributes of a Columbia education. The officer will also be responsible for making frequent presentations on-campus to prospective students and their families.
- The officer will assist with targeted recruitment initiatives, such as science and arts and humanities .
- The officer will assist with non-first-year admission programs, such as transfer, Combined Plan and/or Visiting Student admission.
- The officer will assist with the coordination of prospective and admitted student on-campus events.
- Assume other responsibilities as designated by a member of the office’s senior staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
- Minimum 0-2 years related experience required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
**Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be reviewed**
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-4 related experience preferred.
- A valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel are essential.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Long Island University Brooklyn seeks a dynamic, energetic and inspirational individual to join our team as an Admissions Recruiter. This is a highly visible position responsible for increasing awareness and building enthusiasm for Long Island University Brooklyn through student recruitment initiatives, outreach and communication, and specialized events. The Admissions Recruiter develops relationships with high school students, their families and partnerships with high school guidance counselors, teachers, and administrators. The Admissions Recruiter generates inquiries from prospective students that convert to enrolled students. There is considerable amount of on-road recruitment activities, so applicants must have a valid driver’s license.
Experience and/or Skills Required
· Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, written and oral communication, problem solving, coaching, organizational, and presentation skills.
· Strong and inspirational communication skills, vibrant personality, attention to detail, and strong problem solving skills are essential.
· Demonstrated evidence of sales orientation, creativity and enthusiasm.
· Possess an abundance of enthusiasm and maintain a positive disposition.
· Ability to demonstrate competitive nature, self-direction, motivation and a sense of urgency to achieve goals.
· Proven resiliency in maintaining a spirited approach to recruitment.
· Computer proficiency in MS Office and Outlook required and ability to learn new software.
· Ability to travel on a daily basis and work weekends and evenings.
Education Required
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college required
Gannon University, a Catholic university, invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of the Office of Global Admissions and Outreach. The Assistant Director assists with designing and implementing an effective recruitment strategy within specified territories of the world to increase the enrollment of global and international students – in support of a departmental effort defined by both recruitment and admissions for graduate and undergraduate students who were born outside the political boundaries of the United States. Of critical importance is the development and deepening of relationships at a number of levels as context for follow-up: in support of the management of applications, the issuing of I-20s, and facilitating the transition of new students to the Gannon community. Knowledge and applications of technology are critical in this effort. Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.
Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree; a minimum of one-plus years in international enrollment at a post-secondary level to include SEVIS-related activities, international credentials, and field work in international admissions and recruitment; experience working in and across political and cultural boundaries for university-based business and outreach; fluency in Spanish is preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license, a passport, and be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident. Must be able and willing to travel domestically and abroad using various means of transportation including air travel and attaining the necessary documentation to include but not limited to a valid passport and relevant visas that allow entry to other countries from the United States. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in cross-departmental facilitation in support of cultural events and international-student retention are essential.
Gannon University, located near Lake Erie in Erie, Pennsylvania, offers ready access to a variety of cultural and exciting seasonal activities and is within a two-hour drive of Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Buffalo and the Canadian border. For more information about what Erie has to offer visit www.visiteriepa.com.
Application Procedure: Gannon seeks excellence through inclusiveness and invites women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. Apply online at https://gannon.peopleadmin.com/postings/3876. Review of applications will begin immediately and this position will remain open until the vacancy is filled. For more information about Gannon, visit www.gannon.edu.
Job Type: Full-time
The Director of Enrollment Management oversees and directs the admission and enrollment program to achieve and maintain the school’s enrollment goals in support of the school’s mission and vision. This position reports directly to the Head of School.
The Director of Enrollment Management is responsible for leading an admission team and requires sensitivity to economic, cultural and other issues present in the enrollment of a diverse student body.
This individual will ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness throughout the recruitment and enrollment process, accounting for attrition while analyzing trends to track and leverage data to drive enrollment decision-making. Working in collaboration with the advancement and communication departments, the Director of Enrollment Management will develop and implement a strategic communication and marketing plan to raise the visibility of the school for both enrollment and fundraising. The Director of Enrollment Management is a critical member of the Leadership Team reporting to the Head of School.
Recruitment, New Family Engagement, and Retention
1. Implement a strategic recruitment plan to bring prospective students to the school.
These include all campus visit opportunities, community outreach events, and on-campus specialized programs.
2. Represents Friends Academy at NAIS, NYSAIS and Friends Council on Education;
Conveys the school’s mission to prospective families and the external community.
3. Examines and fosters relationships with feeder schools and broadens reach in surrounding communities.
4. Partner with Student Life Team to ensure personalized outreach and ongoing attention for current students and families.
Research
1. Maintains past, current and future enrollment statistics for internal forecasting and reporting. Ensures admission and recruitment records are securely maintained.
2. Maintains, analyzes, and makes decisions based on statistical and trend data related to admission, enrollment, and financial aid.
3. Evaluates recruiting and admission initiatives; provides summaries to Leadership Team as requested, and makes necessary adjustments.
4. Educates the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees about current research, demographics, and admission and enrollment trends, ensuring that changes and challenges are anticipated and addressed.
Brand Alignment and Management
1. Understands reputation management, internal and external perceptions of the school and drives admission strategy accordingly.
2. Maintain a close, collaborative relationship with the marketing and communications team to ensure brand alignment for internal and external communications.
Financial Aid
1. In conjunction with the Director of Finance, Operations and Strategic Initiatives, and the Head of School, the Director of Enrollment Management serves on the Financial Aid Committee and coordinates all aspects of the financial aid process including, but not limited to, performing needs analysis, adjustments to aid awards as needed, all contacts with current and prospective financial aid students and families.
Required Qualifications
_ _Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Education, Public Relations or another related field. Master’s degree a plus.
Work Experience:
Requires admissions/enrollment management experience
Requires a minimum of five years of independent school experience
Fluent with database management software preferred
Knowledge:
Knowledge of theory and practice of admissions/enrollment management
Ability to understand changing market demands and adapt processes accordingly
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, leadership, and managerial skills
Superior written, verbal, and presentation and communication skills
Demonstrates data-driven analysis and decision making
Comfortable with technologies that support student record management, analytical reporting, office operations, and social media
Able to manage multiple complex tasks, meet tight deadlines, and changing demands
Commitment to confidentiality and good judgment on sensitive matters
Qualities:
The successful candidate will possess abundant energy, a ready sense of humor and will relish the opportunity to serve as “the ambassador in chief” to the entire Friends Academy community.
The Enrollment Services Counselor is fully engaged with the success of all Mercy College students from the application process through graduation. The Counselor provides highly integrated services to Mercy College students primarily in the areas of financial aid counseling, graduate student academic advising, bursar and registrar functions yielding a positive college experience.
The Counselor serves as a student-facing member of the Enrollment Services division, ensuring student centered service in meeting the needs of traditional, non-traditional, adult and minority student populations. The Office of Enrollment Services works collaboratively with College faculty, staff and appropriate external organizations which can directly enhance the student’s experience.
- Demonstrated evidence of detail-orientation, customer service orientation, ability to work independently, ability to manage great levels of responsibility required.
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, written and oral communication, problem-solving, organizational, and presentation skills.
- Candidate must be flexible as position does require occasional evening and/or weekend hours and may also include travel to other campuses.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish) a plus.