Assistant Director of Admissions

University of Idaho; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 49,816 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho is seeking an Assistant Director of Admissions to lead recruitment and conversion efforts for prospective and admitted undergraduates in Boise and surrounding regions.

The role serves as the primary UI contact for high schools and community colleges, and represents UI at college nights, fairs, tours, and financial aid events. Strong data, planning, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred in related field.
• Experience compiling/analyzing data for reporting and evaluation.
• Experience planning programs for groups and communicating with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Implement recruitment and conversion initiatives for prospective and admitted undergrads.
• Serve as primary UI contact for high schools and regional community colleges.
• Represent UI at college nights, college fairs, tours, and financial aid events.
• Track student market and understand UI programs, admissions requirements, and data points.
• Manage budget and participate in other recruitment programs on/off campus.

Skills

Data analysis

Public speaking

Program planning

Written communication

Team collaboration

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Tools

AV equipment

Computer software proficiency

Job description

Assistant Director of Admissions

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Position Information

• Internal Posting?
• Posting Number: SP005385P
• Position Title: Assistant Director of Admissions
• Division/College: Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management
• Department: UG Admissions - Recruitment
• Location: Boise
• Posting Context Statement

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Admissions (Recruitment) implements the University of Idaho recruitment and conversion initiatives for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and will act as the primary University of Idaho contact for high schools and regional community colleges in assigned geographical areas of responsibility. In addition, the Assistant Director will conduct recruiting activities in other selected areas as necessary. With a strong work ethic and understanding of enrollment cycles, the Assistant Director will assist prospective students and their parents in their transition to the University of Idaho, to include representing the University of Idaho at college nights, college fairs, tours, financial aid nights, visits to high schools and community colleges, and following up with contacts. This position is responsible for tracking and understanding the student market in the assigned region, understanding educational systems, and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of UI programs, degrees, admissions requirements, and institutional data points, as well as independently managing a budget provided to them for recruitment initiatives and activities specific to their region. The Assistant Director is also responsible for assisting with other selected on and off-campus recruitment programs.

Unit URL

https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions

Position Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Compiling and analyzing information and data for reporting
• Planning, organizing, promoting and implementing programs for large and small groups
• Composing a variety of business documents for students, staff, school counselors, administration, etc.
• Speaking publicly to large and small groups
• Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

Required Other:

• Ability to travel
• Ability to work nonstandard business hours which may include selected evenings and weekends to meet business needs
• Eligible for membership in admissions and enrollment-based organizations

Additional Preferred:

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in student counseling, education, business or public relations, or other related field

Experience:

• Experience working in an admissions office
• Experience operating audio/visual/video equipment and computer experience
• Extensive experience in recruiting, public relations, sales, marketing or related field

Knowledge of:

• Good knowledge of a student centered/customer service oriented philosophy
• Knowledge of Idaho and the University of Idaho
• General knowledge about all University of Idaho programs, majors, services, their requirements, restrictions and costs

Ability to:

• Ability to learn admissions and financial aid requirements and deadlines for high school and transfer students
• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team with students, faculty and administrators

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Degree Requirement: Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information

• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employee Category: Exempt
• Pay Range: $49,816 per year or higher depending on education and experience
• Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
• FTE: 1
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
• Posting Date: 07/24/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before August 7, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified. Applicants: Please use your letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position. For resources about how to write a letter of qualification, please visit the HR website here: Applicant Resources – Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu) If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at: [e-mail]

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. List of References
3. Letter of Qualification

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
2. Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.

University of Idaho Human Resources, Moscow, ID 83844-4332

Employment resources and contact: [e-mail]