Assistant Director of Admissions - Undergraduate Admissions

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

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Assistant Director of Admissions for Undergraduate Admissions to join the Danforth Campus.

The role is on campus, full-time, with a 37.5-hour schedule and travel as needed to engage diverse prospective students and families. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and offers opportunities to lead recruitment events, evaluate applications, and collaborate with faculty and staff to meet enrollment goals.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license required.
• Work Experience: No specific work experience required for this position.
• Skills: Not Applicable

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment territory by engaging with students, parents and guidance counselors at high school visits and college fairs.
• Develop relationships with high school counselors and community organizations to support enrollment goals.
• Review and evaluate applications and participate in committee decisions aligned with institutional goals.
• Conduct initial and final admissions reviews to decide admissions outcomes for territory.
• Lead information sessions for prospective students and families, offering recommendations.
• Provide responsive customer service via calls and emails from applicants and counselors.
• Plan and manage recruitment events and budget with guidance from senior staff.
• Exercise autonomy to adjust plans using university resources when necessary.
• Interview prospective students visiting campus and answer questions about admissions and WashU.
• Coordinate with faculty and deans to support recruitment and enrollment efforts.

Skills

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

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Assistant Director of Admissions - Undergraduate Admissions

On Campus/Onsite

Washington University Danforth Campus

Full time

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

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:

Job Location/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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

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.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

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

Skills: 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

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.