Admissions Officer 2

Yale University

New Haven (CT)

On-site

USD 61,500 - 91,875

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading higher education institution in New Haven, CT, is seeking an Admissions Officer 2 responsible for recruitment and enrollment activities at Yale Divinity School. The role includes developing innovative admissions strategies, collaborating on events, and assessing applications. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in theology and have at least two years of experience in admissions. This position offers a dynamic job environment with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

Master's degree in theology (e.g., Divinity or MAR).
Two years of experience in higher education admissions.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement recruitment initiatives.
Provide advice to prospective students on admissions.
Evaluate admissions applications and recommend admissions decisions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in theology

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

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Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Position Focus

Reporting to the Associate Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, the Admissions Officer is responsible for activities consistent with the range of duties involved in all stages of the admissions, recruitment, and enrollment process at the Yale Divinity School (YDS). As a member of the Admissions staff, this position provides leadership within the office as the primary off campus travel recruiter. Ability and willingness to travel extensively especially through peak Fall recruitment season a must. Develops and implements strategic recruitment and yield initiatives and handles a range of responsibilities including, but not limited to participating in recruitment activities with the Association of Academic Divinity Schools and other special recruitment programs, and projects within the Admissions Office. Responsibilities include the following:

Assist with the implementation of innovative admissions strategies and programs to recruit and enroll the strongest possible YDS class annually and improve YDS’s pipeline through travels, presentations, both virtually and in-person, on and off campus to promote the mission and goals of Yale Divinity School to prospective applicants.
Collaborate on recruiting activities and special recruitment events on campus including admissions Fall and Spring, Open House events, as well as travels to specific off campus recruitment events in assigned local geographical areas, academic fairs, seminary days’ events, and special denominational events.
Provide advice and counsel to prospective students on all aspects of the application process throughout the admissions cycle.
Serve as a member of the Admissions Committee responsible for reading, evaluating, and assessing applications against a variety of factors and making admissions recommendations to leadership.
Contribute to the development of public virtual content designed to promote YDS and its partners on the Quad, including Episcopal affiliate, Berkeley Divinity School, Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School, and the Institute of Sacred Music using various social medial platforms and other organized recruitment strategies to reach both broad audiences and attractive special interested groups.
Liaise with other YDS departments including the Office of Communications on all admissions related marketing activities including online advertising and development of printed materials.
Assume other responsibilities and complete special projects as assigned by the Associate Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid.

Some evening and weekend work is expected during peak application reading and travel seasons.

Preferred Education And Experience

Master's degree in theology (Masters of Divinity or MAR)

Two years of experience working in higher education admissions.

Skills And Abilities

Must be reliable, highly organized and a self-motivated, self-starter with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with a diverse constituency of student, faculty, alumni, and staff populations.
Excellent analytical, planning, and project management skills. Must be highly goal-oriented with and exceptional time management skills.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and attention to details a must. Well-developed computer skills and ability to adapt quickly to online admissions software programs. Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, basic PowerPoint).
Ability to do traveling within the US. Ability to work non-standard work hours or days as needed for recruitment activities; excellent on-time attendance required.

Principal Responsibilities

Evaluates all admissions applications, interviews prospective applicants, and independently assesses each application against a variety of factors, including the applicant’s strength, weaknesses and potential contribution to the Yale community. Determines applicant’s standing within local, national and international applicant pools. 2. Presents applicant recommendations to admissions committee. Briefs admissions committee about applicants and about schools and geographical regions as they relate to evaluation of applicant files. Determines which applicants will be waitlisted 3. Develops public presentations designed to promote Yale to prospective applicants. 4. Advises secondary school counselors, applicants and parents on the application process. 5. Coordinates alumni recruiting activities in assigned geographical areas. 6. Serves as a liaison with organizations and individuals involved in the admissions process. 7. May perform other duties assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.

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