Assistant Director of Admissions - Admissions & Recruitment

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Metro transit U-Pass

Tuition assistance for family

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Admissions Recruiter to manage a recruitment territory, engaging with high school students, parents, counselors, and community partners to advance the university’s enrollment goals.

You will travel as needed to attend college fairs, visits, and events in the region. Responsibilities include reviewing applications with committees, conducting information sessions, providing guidance to prospective students, and collaborating with faculty and staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in higher education admissions preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel for recruitment events and interviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment territory with high school visits, college fairs, and events.
• Build relationships with guidance counselors and community organizations.
• Review applications and participate in admissions committee decisions.
• Conduct information sessions for prospective students and families.
• Provide customer service via phone and email to applicants and counselors.
• Organize and participate in recruitment events with budget oversight.

Skills

Public communication

Multicultural environments

Teamwork

Oral communications

Oral presentation

Organizing

Data interpretation

Detail-oriented

Personal initiative

Effective written communication

Multitasking

Spanish language

Higher education admissions

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Summary

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

37.5

This position is part of the assigned recruitment and enrollment team and is focused on enrolling diverse and talented prospective students aligned with institutional goals to the University.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage recruitment territory that involves interacting with students, parents and guidance counselors at high school visits, college fairs, panels and college recruitment.
• Work closely with high school guidance counselors and Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to develop strong relationships for the University.
• Review and evaluate applications and participate in committee process to make admissions recommendations and decisions aligned with institutional goals.
• Conduct first and final reviews that influence and decide which students are admitted or denied from their recruitment territory.
• Conduct information sessions about the University and Admissions for prospective students and families, providing expertise and recommendations.
• Provide customer service by responding to phone calls and emails from prospective students, parents and high school guidance counselors.
• Participate and/or manage special recruitment events for the departments, ensuring that events are well-planned and implemented.
• Manage event budget with guidance from senior staff.
• Has autonomy and decision-making authority to use university resources, if circumstances warrant change of plans.
• Interview prospective students who visit campus.
• Answer questions about the University, admissions and St. Louis.
• Provide evaluative feedback for the applicant’s file.
• Work with faculty, deans and representatives from other departments in the University to support recruitment and enrollment efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Ability to work outside of standard university work hours.
• Ability to travel (anticipated time commitment: 6 - 8 weeks).

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Higher Education Or Related, Preferably In Admissions (1 Year)

Big Picture Thinking, Data Interpretations, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Higher Education Admissions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Multicultural Environments, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Oral Presentation, Organizing, Personal Initiative, Positive Thinking, Process Improvements, Project Administration, Public Communication, Sound Judgment, Spanish Language, Teamwork, Working Independently

More About This Job

• 1 to 3 years of higher education or related experience, preference given to admissions.
• Previous presentation experience.
• Previous project management experience.
• Fluency in more than one language.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Grade

G08

Salary Range

$41,300.00 - $68,300.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.