Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Admission

Catholic University of America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic University of America seeks an Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Admission to lead outreach and recruitment for prospective students. The role involves counseling families, coordinating events, and collaborating with campus offices to advance enrollment objectives.

The incumbent will review applications, participate in yield initiatives, and travel to represent the university at conferences and high school fairs, while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4-6 years of admissions experience and related marketing/recruitment work.
• Strong customer service and excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal abilities; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Clearly communicate programs and opportunities to prospective students and families.
• Interview and counsel prospective students and maintain regular contact with prospects.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and lead special events and yield programs.
• Read applications and assess academic and personal attributes for admission eligibility.
• Travel seasonally for recruitment and conferences; develop promotional materials.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

SLATE

Job description

Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Admission

This position serves the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, with its primary purpose focusing on the recruitment efforts of prospective students and ultimately helping to increase enrollment by coordinating office activities.

This position also represents the Catholic University of America community and supports the university's undergraduate student body through national enrollment management and university policies.

Responsibilities:

1. Clearly communicate programs and educational opportunities available at CUA to prospective students, parents, and high school counselors (daily informational sessions...)
2. Interview and counsel prospective students and maintain regular contact with prospects.
3. Maintain open communication with Schools, departments, and offices on campus.
4. Read applications each year to evaluate a student’s academic and personal attributes and assess their ability to succeed at the University.
5. Seasonal travel for the purposes of recruitment and professional conferences.
6. Participate in and take a lead role in the development and implementation of special recruitment and yield programs (i.e. Junior Week, Open Houses, Honors Day, Odyssey Day, etc.) or other departmental projects
   • (publications, social media, secondary school relations).
7. Assist with the development of promotional and recruitment materials both print and online.
8. Pursue diversity in each incoming class.
9. Successfully handle inquiries from walk-in visitors on a regular basis
10. Serve as a financial aid advisor to families by means of fielding questions, offering suggestions, and clarifying information.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 4-6 years of experience in admissions, working with admissions processes, marketing, and recruitment of students. Must have strong customer service skills and excellent communication skills; both verbal and written are required. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and familiarity with working individually as well as in a team setting.

Knowledge of Office, including Excel a must. Knowledge of SLATE helpful.