Assistant Director of Admissions

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy; Medford (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,600 - 83,400; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions is seeking an Assistant Director to lead recruitment and enrollment for first year and transfer classes across schools. You will read and evaluate applications, participate in selection committees, and present information sessions to prospective students and families.

The role requires strong communication, public speaking, and collaboration, with travel throughout the year and a willingness to drive to events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• 2+ years of admissions experience or related field is preferred.
• Proficiency with CRM data management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and evaluate undergraduate applications in alignment with training protocol, individually or as part of a team, and actively participate in selection committees.
• Conduct both in-person and virtual information sessions for prospective students, families, school and community-based organization counselors, and the general public.
• Serve as on-campus point-of-contact for visitors and communicate with students, families, counselors, and the public via various channels.
• Manage project-based work in support of portfolios such as communications, data analysis, access and outreach, recruitment, selection, international, events, or others.
• Participate in recruitment initiatives, including college fairs and high school visits.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities to gain a broad understanding of admissions and Tufts goals.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.
• Frequent campus presence due to visitor engagement responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of the first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting various enrollment goals across schools and programs.

What You’ll Do

The Assistant Director will be a member of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selecting students and for fulfilling the enrollment objectives set by the University.

• Read and evaluate undergraduate applications in alignment with training protocol, individually or as part of a team, and actively participate in selection committees.
• Conduct both in-person and virtual information sessions for prospective students, families, school and community-based organization counselors, and the general public.
• Serve as on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families, school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, email, phone, or blogs.
• Manage project-based work in support of portfolios such as communications, data analysis, access and outreach, recruitment, selection, international, events, or others.
• Participate in recruitment initiatives, including college fairs and high school visits.
• Participate in professional development and training opportunities to gain a broad understanding of admissions profession and the specific goals of Tufts Admissions.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.
• While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Assistant Director can expect to have a frequent campus presence given increased visitor engagement responsibilities.

While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Assistant Director can expect to have a frequent campus presence given increased visitor engagement responsibilities.

Travel Requirements

This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnight stays. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required, along with the willingness and ability to drive to various locations using a rental vehicle. Candidates must have a driving record that meets the standards of rental car agencies.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Requirements:

Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of experience in admissions, college counseling, or a related field
• Proficiency with CRM data management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to work collaboratively
• Cultural sensitivity and a willingness to work with diverse populations
• Valid US Driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation
• Fluency in a second language

Pay Range

Minimum $55,600.00, Midpoint $69,500.00, Maximum $83,400.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.