Tufts University

Associate Director of Admissions - School of Arts and Sciences

Tufts University$65K — $98K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5+ years in selective admissions or related field
  • Experience in student recruitment and travel
  • Application evaluation expertise
  • Strong communication and public speaking skills
  • Project management abilities in fast-paced settings
  • Cultural sensitivity and experience with diverse populations
  • Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office
  • Valid U.S. Driver's License

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a diverse portfolio including communications and data analysis
  • Participate in application review and selection processes
  • Serve as an on-campus point-of-contact for visitors
  • Collaborate with campus and external partners on projects
  • Conduct information sessions and workshops
  • Supervise 1-4 professional staff members
  • Complete other assigned projects and duties

Benefits

  • Hybrid work modality with frequent campus presence
  • Opportunity for ongoing professional development
  • Involvement in diverse recruitment initiatives
  • Leadership roles in admissions processes
  • Collaboration with various university departments
  • Engagement with a variety of audiences through events
Full Job Description
Overview

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of the first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting various enrollment goals across schools and programs.

What You'll Do

A resume and letter of interest are required for this position.

Reporting to a Director, the Associate Director of Admissions will be an experienced member of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selecting students and for fulfilling the enrollment objectives set by the University.

  • Oversee a portfolio such as communications, data analysis, access and outreach, recruitment, selection, events, staff development, or others. Portfolio oversight typically involves long-term management of complex projects including delegation of tasks, management of contributing staff members and student workers, creation and presentation of training materials, data analysis and assessment, etc.
  • Participate in the undergraduate application review and selection processes, including the evaluation of applications in alignment with training protocol and participation in selection committees. The Associate Director may be asked to take on leadership roles throughout the selection cycle through process management or committee chairing.
  • Serve as an on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families, school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, virtual formats, email, and phone.
  • Collaborate with campus partners regarding data and project-based work.
  • Coordinate with external partners, as directed, to support portfolio and office-wide initiatives.
  • Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions and workshops for a variety of audiences, both on-campus and off-campus.
    As requested by the Dean and/or Director, create, facilitate, or contribute to office training initiatives for admissions officers and/or administrative staff.
  • Directly supervise 1-4 professional staff members and serve as a member of the Management Team.
  • Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Associate Director can expect to have a frequent
campus presence.

Travel Requirements - This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnight
stays. A valid U.S. driver's license is required, along with the willingness and ability to drive to various
locations using a rental vehicle. Candidates must have a driving record that meets the standards of rental
car agencies.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in selective admissions, college counseling, or a related field
  • Experience with student recruitment, including individual and/or joint travel
  • Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation
  • Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated project management skills, preferably in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment
  • Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations
  • Proficiency with CRM management software and Microsoft office suite
  • Comfort traveling both independently and as part of a group
  • Valid U.S. Drivers' License upon hire


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior supervisory experience of either professional or student staff
  • Experience with leading and/or facilitating staff development initiatives
  • Experience with highly selective application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation
  • Experience with Technolutions Slate
  • Fluency in a second language


Pay Range

Minimum $65,900.00, Midpoint $82,300.00, Maximum $98,800.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

About Tufts University

Tufts University is a private research university in Massachusetts that offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields, including arts and sciences, engineering, medicine, and law. The university has several campuses throughout Massachusetts and a campus in France. Tufts was founded in 1852 and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. The university is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive learning environment and to conducting research that addresses global challenges.
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