Associate Director of Admissions for Transfer Recruitment

DeSales University; Center Valley (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DeSales University in Center Valley, PA, seeks an Associate Director of Admissions for Transfer Recruitment. This role guides the campus admissions effort under the Director of Admissions and develops outreach to prospective transfer students.

The ideal candidate will lead transfer recruitment initiatives, foster positive relationships with high schools and colleges, and ensure a caring, mission-driven approach aligned with a Catholic liberal arts education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills with individuals and large groups.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience in Datatel or other college admissions computer system.
• Dedicated to the mission of a Catholic, liberal arts institution.
• Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide campus admissions efforts under the Director of Admissions.
• Specialize in transfer recruitment and maximize enrollment.
• Represent the university at college fairs and on local campuses.
• Engage with students to help them achieve educational goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Driving

Datatel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Datatel

Job description

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS FOR TRANSFER RECRUITMENT

OVERVIEW:

DeSales University, in Center Valley, PA, is a private, coeducational, four-year liberal arts Salesian, Catholic university, under the leadership of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales. Founded in 1965, the 550-acre suburban campus is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and about 90 miles southwest of New York City. A total enrollment of nearly 3,500 includes undergraduate day and evening students, and graduate students. DeSales has approximately 135 full-time faculty members and offers more than 40 bachelor's degrees, twelve graduate programs, and over 20 certificate programs in a wide range of disciplines; many of these can be completed fully online.

In 2024, the University transitioned to a new academic structure featuring a four-college/school model, which includes the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business; a College of Arts, Education, and Humanities with a School of Education and a School of Performing Arts; a College of Sciences; and a College of Healthcare Professions with a designated School of Nursing. For further information, visit www.desales.edu. EOE

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director of Admissions directs and guides the overall campus admissions effort for DeSales University under the direction of the Director of Admissions. The Associate Director of Admissions fosters a caring and supportive environment, develops public relations contacts in person and by telephone, demonstrates a caring attitude toward students and other employees, and assists students in achieving their educational and career goals in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of the University. This position will also specialize in the recruitment of transfer students to the University. By attending college fairs, visiting local campuses and engaging with students during their search process, the Associate Director of Admissions for Transfer Recruitment will assist in maximizing the total enrollment of DeSales University.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills with individuals and large groups
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Experience in Datatel or other college admissions computer system
• Dedicated to the mission of a Catholic, liberal arts institution
• Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity

DeSales University is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. DeSales University is unable to sponsor any employment visas at this time.