Admission Officer

Brown University; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading research university in Rhode Island is seeking an Admission Officer to recruit applicants and guide them through the admission process. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Responsibilities include leading presentations and evaluating applications. This full-time position offers a hybrid work location and a variety of benefits, including flexible work/life balance and extensive benefits packages. Ideal candidates should be creative, detail-oriented, and able to work well independently and within groups.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to interact with various individuals.
• Strong writing skills for developing presentations and communications.
• Ability to travel for recruitment activities.
• Understanding of Brown University and its academic standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit applicants to Brown University.
• Lead information presentations.
• Counsel students through admission processes.
• Read and evaluate applications for admission decisions.
• Read and evaluate applications and recommend admission decisions to the Board of Admission.
• Assist with travel grants.
• Assist with the Campus Visit Program and develop class lists for recruitment events.
• Develop strategy for recruitment and travel itineraries.
• Staff virtual and on-campus recruitment and matriculation events as needed.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong writing

Active listening

Public speaking skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Good judgment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

**Job Description:****About Brown:**is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page for further information.**About the Opportunity:**The mission of Brown University is to serve the community, the nation and the world by discovering, communicating and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry, and by educating and preparing students to discharge the offices of life with usefulness and reputation. The Office of College Admission supports this mission through the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of students that will embrace the rigorous yet flexible Open Curriculum and challenge each other intellectually while fostering a community centered around kindness and questioning.The thinks about how an applicants’ unique talents, accomplishments, energy, curiosity, perspective and identity might weave into the ever-changing tapestry that is Brown University. Grades, standardized test scores, essays, recommendations, independent work, the quality of the secondary school program and achievements outside the classroom are among the factors used to evaluate this promise, but no one of these measures is considered determinative.**Responsibilities:**We seek applications for those joining the office at the rank of Admission Officer.Some responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:* Recruit applicants to Brown University.* Lead presentations to inform applicants, counselors and families about unique opportunities at Brown.* Counsel students and families through the admission and financial aid process.* Develop relationships with counselors in schools and Community Based Organizations.* Read and evaluate applications and recommend admission decisions to the Board of Admission.* Assist with travel grants.* Assist with the Campus Visit Program and development of class lists for the Campus Visit Program.* Develop strategy for recruitment of applications and creation of itinerary for recruiting travel.* Additional assignments can include staffing virtual and on-campus recruitment & matriculation events.**Qualifications:****Education and Experience*** Required: Bachelor’s Degree**Job Competencies*** Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing, active listening and public speaking skills* Sensitivity to concerns of people of different ages and backgrounds* Willingness and ability to work both independently and with groups in a multi-tasked environment* Creativity, efficiency, flexibility, open-mindedness, good judgment* Ability to work long hours* Ability to travel* Attention to detail and strong organizational skills* First-hand knowledge of major issues facing American colleges and universities* Driver’s license* Understanding of Brown and its academic standards* Capacity to relate easily and appropriately with a broad range of people* Understanding of public relations and social media**Salary Grade:**9**Additional Information:**All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter.**Benefits of Working at Brown:**Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found .**Recruiting Start Date:**2026-02-09**Job Posting Title:**Admission Officer**Department:**College Admission**Grade:**Grade 9**Worker Type:**Employee**Worker Sub-Type**:Regular**Time Type:**Full time**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**37.5**Position Work Location:**Hybrid**Submission Guidelines:**Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.If you have any questions you may contact [e-mail].**Brown is an E-Verify Employer.****EEO Statement:**Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.**Welcome!**Founded in 1764, Brown is a leading institution for education, discovery, and global intellectual progress as well as one of the largest employers in Rhode Island. Working at Brown brings more than just a paycheck and generous benefits; it offers an opportunity to contribute to a greater good. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge and individual growth that defines higher education and enriches our community.**Additional Information:**Information about our salary ranges can be found .**Attachments:**A resume is required as part of your job application. Please also include a cover letter and any other related documents as noted in the job description.**Questions Submitting Your Application:**If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact [e-mail].