Assistant Director of U.S. Admissions

The American University of Rome; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The American University of Rome is seeking an Assistant Director of U.S. Admissions to enhance undergraduate and graduate enrollment. This fully remote role involves strategic recruitment and relationship management with key partners. Ideal candidates will bring 3-5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of U.S. and international higher education.

Benefits

Home office setup provided

Flexible hours

Tax-exempt employment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of admissions or recruitment experience.
• Familiarity with the U.S. education system.
• Ability to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment efforts across U.S. and Latin America.
• Develop regional recruitment strategies.
• Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Presentation Skills

Self-Motivated

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Spanish

Education

Experience in admissions or recruitment

Knowledge of U.S. and international education systems

Tools

Slate

Job description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Direct message the job poster from The American University of Rome

The Assistant Director of U.S. Admissions plays a critical role in driving undergraduate and graduate enrollment from the United States and Latin America to The American University of Rome (AUR). Based in the U.S., this position supports the university's strategic enrollment goals by managing recruitment efforts, building relationships with key partners, and guiding prospective students through the admissions process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent AUR at college fairs, high school visits, and virtual events across assigned U.S. and LATAM territories.
• Assist with Study Abroad initiatives (partner visits, webinars, etc.) when needed.
• Develop and execute regional recruitment strategies to attract First-Year, Transfer, and Study Abroad students.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with high school counselors, college advisors, independent educational consultants, and institutional partners.
• Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions, webinars, and yield events.
• Manage applicant follow-up and communications from inquiry through deposit.
• Collaborate with the admissions team to support territory-specific outreach.
• Analyze territory data to track application, deposit, and yield trends; recommend strategy adjustments.
• Support admitted student conversion through personalized follow-up and family engagement.
• Assists with printing, inventory and mailing of AUR materials in North American and LATAM marketplace.
• Participate in strategic planning discussions and contribute to the development of annual recruitment goals.
• Travel to AUR annually, likely during orientation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Enrollment Management and/or Senior Director of Enrollment and Study Abroad.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of admissions or recruitment experience, ideally with international or U.S. higher education institutions.
• Knowledge of the U.S. education system and strong familiarity with international education is preferred.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel frequently.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Slate experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Spanish is highly desirable.

Additional Information:

• This position is fully remote with flexible hours.
• AUR is a tax-exempt entity and employment qualifies for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness program.
• Home office, set-up will be provided by AUR (laptop, printer, and office materials).
• Salary range: $ 55– 70K. Employee benefits will be negotiated separately.

How to apply:

Please send your motivation letter and CV in English to [e-mail], quoting ref: HR2/2025 Assistant Director of U.S. Admissions.

Deadlines:

Send application by June 15 th. Position begins in July / August 2025.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The American University of Rome by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Assistant Director of Admissions” roles.

Admissions Counselor/Senior Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director-Admissions

Marquette, MI $47,360.00-$50,720.00 1 week ago

Admissions Counselor, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $60,000/year USD

Admissions Counselor, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $60,000/year USD

Admissions Counselor, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $60,000/year USD

New York, NY $80,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago

Admissions Counselor, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $60,000/year USD

Admissions Counselor, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $60,000/year USD

Regional First-Year Admissions Counselor

University Admissions Counselor – Traditional Ground Campus –Grand Canyon University - Remote

Regional Admissions Counselor – Southern California

University Admissions Counselor – Traditional Ground Campus –Grand Canyon University - Remote

University Admissions Counselor – Traditional Ground Campus –Grand Canyon University - Remote

University Admissions Counselor - Traditional Ground Campus - Grand Canyon University

Assistant Director of Admissions, California Regional

United States $63,720.00-$86,020.00 1 week ago

Assistant Director of Admissions, Colorado Regional

Assistant Director of Admission Operations

Asst Director of Admissions, Nat’l Recruitment

Minneapolis, MN $78,000.00-$85,000.00 1 day ago

Regional Assistant Director of Admission (Upstate NY, Western MA, VT) FULLY REMOTE

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.