Assistant Director of Admissions

Tufts University; Medford Hillside (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,600 - 83,400; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University in Medford, MA seeks an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions to recruit and select first-year and transfer students for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts.

The role involves evaluating applications, delivering information sessions both in person and online, and serving as a main campus contact for visitors. Travel and hybrid work are expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 2+ years in admissions, college counseling, or related field preferred.
• Experience with CRM data management software and MS Office.
• Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Read and evaluate undergraduate applications individually or as part of a team.
• Conduct in-person and virtual information sessions for prospective students and families.
• Serve as on-campus point-of-contact for visitors via various communication channels.
• Manage project-based work supporting admissions portfolios and outreach activities.
• Participate in recruitment initiatives including college fairs and high school visits.
• Engage in professional development to understand Tufts Admissions goals.
• Complete other projects and duties as assigned.
• Work in a hybrid modality with frequent campus presence.

Skills

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Communication

Public Speaking

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Time Management

Cultural Competency

Driver's License

Fluency in a second language

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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.

A resume and letter of interest are required for this position.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements

• 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.