Undergraduate Admissions Lead - Travel Strategy

NU USA Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University in Boston, MA is seeking an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions to lead recruitment efforts and evaluate applications. The role requires counseling students and families, presenting to groups, and managing partnerships with counselors and schools.

The position involves travel within a domestic and/or international territory, has a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and strategic planning within a fast-paced admissions cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a student-facing role in college admissions, secondary school admissions, or a related experience in another higher education setting required.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills in communicating with high school students, families and counselors.
• Experience presenting to small and large groups; ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a goal-driven recruitment strategy for an assigned geographic area.
• Counsel and advise students and families on the admission process.
• Present to small and large groups; maintain relationships with school counselors and community organizations.
• Evaluate applications using specified policies and procedures; manage time to meet deadlines.
• Travel for recruitment; support admissions operations and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Diversity sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Admissions databases

Data analysis

Travel scheduling

Budgeting

Admission counseling

Job description

Northeastern University in Boston, MA is seeking an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions to lead recruitment efforts and evaluate applications. The role requires counseling students and families, presenting to groups, and managing partnerships with counselors and schools.

The position involves travel within a domestic and/or international territory, has a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and strategic planning within a fast-paced admissions cycle.