Assistant Director of Admissions

Bucknell University; Linntown (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for employees and/or

Flexible scheduling options

Medical, prescription, vision, dental

Job summary

Bucknell University is seeking an Assistant Director of Admissions to manage recruitment, enrollment and territory responsibilities in alignment with our enrollment goals. The role involves travel to high school visits, college fairs, and events, plus coordinating with families, counselors and community groups.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 4 years in higher education admissions, with a valid driver's license. Hybrid/remote options are available in some states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 4 years in higher education or academic admissions/recruitment, financial aid, enrollment, and student advising.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Manage territory with recruiting and yield activities across designated geographic areas and travel to high school visits, college fairs and recruitment events.
• Contribute to holistic review and evaluation of applications and oversee selection processes for merit and specialized scholarships.
• Oversee key enrollment initiatives, program budgets, and project development to advance enrollment strategy.
• Serve as Counselor of the Day, conduct group presentations, and meet with visitors on campus.
• Support daily office operations and collaborate with colleagues on recruitment and admissions workflows.

Skills

Effective communication

Public speaking

Team coordination

Project management

Valid Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Position Title:Assistant Director of AdmissionsPosition Type:Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:40Categories:Staff ExemptJob Summary:The Assistant Director of Admissions is a key member of the Office of Admissions team who independently manages recruitment, enrollment and territory responsibilities to support the University's strategic enrollment goals. This position requires strong professional judgment to plan and execute recruitment strategies, participate in application review, and engage with stakeholders. The Assistant Director leads and coordinates mid-level projects and initiatives, analyzes enrollment trends and outcomes and serves as a collaborative resource for colleagues on recruitment and operational matters.Job Duties:Reporting Relationships:This role will report to the Associate Dean of Admissions, Campus Visits & CommunicationsWork Schedule:This is a full-time role (40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)Some evening and weekend work will be required, so the Assistant Director must be committed to working flexible hours to meet office needsWork Setting:This is an on campus positionWhat You Will Do:Manage territory, including all recruiting and yield activities, within designated geographic areas. This includes essential travel to participate in high school visits, college fairs and recruitment events as well as communication with a wide spectrum of constituencies including (but not limited to) prospective students, families, school counselors and community-based organizations.Conduct ongoing prospect management with potential Bucknell applicants and contribute to the holistic review and evaluation of applications. Support and oversee selection processes for designated merit and specialized scholarship programs.Responsible for the end-to-end and critical management of key enrollment, initiatives, programs, and projects designed to engage prospective students, their families and other constituents that advance enrollment strategy, multi-thousand-dollar budget oversight and programming development.Contribute to the daily operation of the office, serving as Counselor of the Day, conducting group presentations and meeting with visitors.The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.What You Will Bring:Required:Bachelor's degree4 years in higher education or academic admissions/recruitment, financial aid, enrollment, and student advisingValid Driver's LicensePreferred, but not required:Master's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Education, or related field of studySix (6) years in higher education or academic admissions/recruitment, financial aid, enrollment, and student advisingPhysical Requirements:Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.Job Exempt:YesSalary Range:44,600.00-55,750.00The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.Benefits:Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):Flexible scheduling options determined by role;Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance optionsAn outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentivesA myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID cardTo learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)Inclusive Excellence:Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.This position is open to hybrid/remote candidates located in the following states: CA, CT, FL, GA, IN, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, PA, SC, TX, and VA. Candidates must be physically located and authorized to work in one of these approved states at the time of application and throughout employment.E-VerifyBucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail].