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Assistant Director of Admissions - Admissions & Recruitment
Washington University in St. LouisSumers Welcome Center Pavilion, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Aug 2026
💰 $68,300/yr($41,300/yr – $68,300/yr)
About the role
Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63130Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
This position is part of the assigned recruitment and enrollment team and is focused on enrolling diverse and talented prospective students aligned with institutional goals to the University.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manage recruitment territory that involves interacting with students, parents and guidance counselors at high school visits, college fairs, panels and college recruitment.
- Work closely with high school guidance counselors and Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to develop strong relationships for the University.
- Review and evaluate applications and participate in committee process to make admissions recommendations and decisions aligned with institutional goals.
- Conduct first and final reviews that influence and decide which students are admitted or denied from their recruitment territory.
- Conduct information sessions about the University and Admissions for prospective students and families, providing expertise and recommendations.
- Provide customer service by responding to phone calls and emails from prospective students, parents and high school guidance counselors.
- Participate and/or manage special recruitment events for the departments, ensuring that events are well-planned and implemented.
- Manage event budget with guidance from senior staff.
- Has autonomy and decision-making authority to use university resources, if circumstances warrant change of plans.
- Interview prospective students who visit campus.
- Answer questions about the University, admissions and St. Louis.
- Provide evaluative feedback for the applicant’s file.
- Work with faculty, deans and representatives from other departments in the University to support recruitment and enrollment efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment.
- Ability to work outside of standard university work hours.
- Ability to travel (anticipated time commitment: 6 - 8 weeks).
Physical Effort
- Typically standing or walking.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 to 3 years of higher education or related experience, preference given to admissions.
- Previous presentation experience.
- Previous project management experience.
- Fluency in more than one language.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Big Picture Thinking, Data Interpretations, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Higher Education Admissions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Multicultural Environments, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Oral Presentation, Organizing, Personal Initiative, Positive Thinking, Process Improvements, Project Administration, Public Communication, Sound Judgment, Spanish Language, Teamwork, Working IndependentlyGrade
G08Salary Range
$41,300.00 - $68,300.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates wApply for this role
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