Lead Admissions Events Manager

University of New Haven; Allingtown (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare programs

Wellness & fitness facilities

Tuition assistance

Tuition exchange opportunities

Employee discounts

Generous paid time off & holidays

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

University of New Haven is seeking an Assistant Director of Events to plan and execute high-impact recruitment events for undergraduate and graduate admissions. You will collaborate with admissions and campus partners to create engaging experiences that support enrollment goals.

You will supervise the Charger Ambassador program, coordinate daily visits, and manage communications for events across on-site, virtual, and off-campus formats.

Qualifications

• Experience in admissions, event planning, higher education, or a related field.
• Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems (Slate) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in support of event setup and travel responsibilities.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends (≈15+ weekend dates per year).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the events team, admissions staff, and campus stakeholders to achieve recruitment and enrollment objectives.
• Oversee the Charger Ambassador program: recruitment, training, and management of student ambassadors.
• Plan and implement in-person, virtual, and off-campus recruitment events (Open Houses, Information Sessions, Charger Days, webinars).
• Lead information sessions for prospective students and families on-campus, off-campus, and virtually.
• Coordinate event invitations, communications, and CRM workflows (Slate).
• Liaise with faculty and campus departments to coordinate event logistics.
• Make follow-up calls to prospective students and families to confirm attendance.
• Travel locally and regionally for college fairs and high school visits.

Skills

Event planning

Admissions

Communication

Organization

Travel willingness

Customer service

Tools

Slate CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of New Haven is seeking an Assistant Director of Events to plan and execute high-impact recruitment events for undergraduate and graduate admissions. You will collaborate with admissions and campus partners to create engaging experiences that support enrollment goals.

You will supervise the Charger Ambassador program, coordinate daily visits, and manage communications for events across on-site, virtual, and off-campus formats.