Assistant Director Admissions - Undergraduate Admissions

Washington University in St. Louis • Hadley, MO

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About The Position

This position is part of the assigned recruitment and enrollment team and is focused on enrolling diverse and talented prospective students aligned with institutional goals to the University.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• No specific work experience is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• 1 to 3 years of higher education or related experience, preference given to admissions.
• Previous presentation experience.
• Previous project management experience.
• Fluency in more than one language.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Higher Education Or Related, Preferably In Admissions (1 Year)
• Big Picture Thinking
• Data Interpretations
• Decision Making
• Detail-Oriented
• Effective Written Communication
• Higher Education Admissions
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word
• Multicultural Environments
• Multitasking
• Oral Communications
• Oral Presentation
• Organizing
• Personal Initiative
• Positive Thinking
• Process Improvements
• Project Administration
• Public Communication
• Sound Judgment
• Spanish Language
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment territory that involves interacting with students, parents and guidance counselors at high school visits, college fairs, panels and college recruitment.
• Work closely with high school guidance counselors and Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to develop strong relationships for the University.
• Review and evaluate applications and participate in committee process to make admissions recommendations and decisions aligned with institutional goals.
• Conduct first and final reviews that influence and decide which students are admitted or denied from their recruitment territory.
• Conduct information sessions about the University and Admissions for prospective students and families, providing expertise and recommendations.
• Provide customer service by responding to phone calls and emails from prospective students, parents and high school guidance counselors.
• Participate and/or manage special recruitment events for the departments, ensuring that events are well-planned and implemented.
• Manage event budget with guidance from senior staff.
• Has autonomy and decision-making authority to use university resources, if circumstances warrant change of plans.
• Interview prospective students who visit campus.
• Answer questions about the University, admissions and St. Louis.
• Provide evaluative feedback for the applicant’s file.
• Work with faculty, deans and representatives from other departments in the University to support recruitment and enrollment efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level