Sr Admissions Specialist

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester seeks an admissions professional to lead planning and outreach for graduate programs, including part-time online offerings such as DBA, Part-time MBA, Executive MBA and certificate programs.

You will travel about four weeks per year, manage communications with prospective students via CRM and online systems, and collaborate with campus events to meet enrollment goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of admissions experience required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to ~4 weeks per year.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee annual admissions plan to recruit, qualify, assess and approve students.
• Counsel prospective students, conduct visits, presentations and application reviews.
• Plan and execute on-campus recruitment events; some weekends.
• Travel domestically and internationally about 4 weeks per year.
• Use reports to identify and prioritize outreach via CRM and online applications.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Relationship management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Cross-cultural awareness

Database management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CRM system

Online application system

Database management

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

224 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

230722 Simon Grad Sch Admis/Reg

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 109

Compensation Range:

$56,500.00 - $79,100.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Researches, develops, executes and oversees annual admissions plan to recruit, qualify, assess and approve students for admission to the University, including counseling prospective students, recruitment visits, presentations and application review. Executes and oversees area(s) of focus, such as specific populations or recruitment skills and knowledge.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for research, preparation and implementation of a strategic plan for an assigned special program(s), including part-time and online programs such as DBA, Part-time MBA, Executive MBA and certificate programs.
• Strategically plans for recruitment efforts in assigned territory in alignment with School enrollment goals and priorities. Personal accountability for annual enrollment and net tuition revenue goals.
• Relationship management – maintains telephone, email, and social media contact with prospective students, including use of CRM and online application system to log track contacts.
• Conducts pre-application assessments, informational meetings and interviews with candidates. Assess and communicate admission requirements.
• Participate in planning and implementation of on‑campus recruiting events to support recruitment and yield goals; some events take place on weekends and require occasional weekend work.
• Travel domestically and internationally to represent the School for approximately 4 weeks per year (day, partial week, full week and multi‑week trips).
• Use reports and analytic tools to identify and prioritize outreach efforts for prospect or applicant target audiences for personal outreach and relationship management.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of admissions experience required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of graduate business programs preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to manage multiple projects, relationship management/development, attention to detail and organizational skills, cross cultural awareness and sensitivity, and strong computer/database management skills preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State As assigned, some specific programs may require a valid NYS Motor Vehicle License upon hire required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the Unversity’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status,or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.