[Hiring] Associate Director of Admission @Centre College

Role Description

The Associate Director of Admission is responsible for counseling and assisting prospective students and their families in the admission process, managing a geographic territory including Nashville, parts of the state of Tennessee, and other areas as assigned to meet recruitment goals. This position reports to the Director of Admission.

• Manage student recruitment in assigned territory, including market research, school and community relations, and correspondence with students and families.
• Coordinate recruitment activities such as:
  • Interviews
  • High school visits
  • College fairs
  • Centre-hosted events
  • Virtual events and meetings
  • Email, text, and phone campaigns
• Build, cultivate, and maintain relationships with:
  • High school counselors
  • Centre alumni and current parents
  • High school athletic directors
  • Principals and heads of school
  • Community-based organizations
• Develop an action plan to engage high-achieving prospective students and grow application volume, admitted applicant volume, and the number of enrolled students from the regional territory.
• Conduct recruitment travel in Nashville and other areas as assigned in the fall and spring, including all planning and preparation for the travel.
• Meet with prospective students and their families for individual and group information sessions, counseling them on the admission and financial aid process.
• Travel to Centre eight to ten times annually to attend on-campus admission events, staff meetings, retreats, and for staff training.
• Read and evaluate applications for admission and scholarship selection.
• Attend weekly meetings virtually with the counseling staff and report on pertinent information related to responsibilities.
• Serve as a member of the Scholarship Selection Team within the Office of Admission.
• Demonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to an inclusive academic community, fostering a welcoming environment for all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five to seven years of relevant experience required.
• Experience working with students from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in higher education required.

Requirements

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication, and organizational skills are required.
• Basic computer skills needed to utilize admission-specific software, spreadsheets, and calendars.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team is important; empathy and humor are crucial.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Limited pushing and lifting; lifting would not exceed 20 lbs.
• Must be able to travel to assigned geographic territory.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Ongoing professional development