Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Assistant Director position is part of the Undergraduate Admissions Office team, focused on helping the University meet its goals of enrolling a talented and diverse student body. This position is responsible for the recruitment, evaluation, selection, and yield of applicants, and will be regionally based in a metropolitan region in the Western region of the US (ideally Southern CA or Denver, CO).

Duties include leading, managing, organizing, and staffing recruitment events and programs; providing counseling and service to students and families about the University and the college decision process; reviewing and evaluating applications to render admission decisions; and developing and maintaining relationships with school counselors and others. This position represents the University and office internally and externally and may have other duties as assigned.

The Assistant Director position supports one or more project or program areas within the Admissions Office (as assigned).

Strong professional judgment, initiative, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset are required.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruitment Management

• Manage recruitment territory that involves interacting with students, parents, and counselors at high school visits, college fairs, panels, and college recruitment.
• Work closely with high school counselors and Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to develop strong relationships for the University.
• Excellent communication skills and knowledge about the University, St. Louis, and admissions are critical.
• Must maintain a professional demeanor at all times as a representative of the University.
• Travel expectation is 6 – 10 weeks per fiscal year.
   

Application Evaluation and Selection Process

• Review and evaluate applications and participate on committees to make admissions recommendations and decisions aligned with institutional goals. Confidentiality and thoughtful consideration of applicants are a must.
• Must have the ability to work independently following admissions guidelines; lead and participate in discussions and decision-making processes; keep pace with reading expectations; and meet all deadlines throughout the reading season. 

Service

• Conduct information sessions about the University and Admissions for prospective students and families.
• Provide customer service by answering phone calls and emails from prospective students and parents.
• Answer questions about the University, admissions, and St. Louis. 

Project Management/Support

• Manage or support project or program area(s) as assigned. If applicable, maintain program budget(s) based on guidelines set by department’s budget leadership.
• Collaborate with colleagues, supervisor, and departmental leadership (as needed) to ensure project success. 

Perform other duties as assigned.

Location/Working Conditions/Schedule:

The position will be based in a metropolitan region in the Western US (ideally Southern CA or Denver, CO). As conditions merit, this position will be required to travel to St. Louis (expectation is 3-5 trips to WashU per fiscal year). Travel and attendance at many events on and off campus is necessary. Travel may include overnight travel. Travel expectation is 6-10 weeks per year. Must transport recruitment materials to high school visits, college fairs, and other meetings. Work outside of normal business hours is necessary throughout the year. 

Position requires heavy use of the computer including an electronic application reading system.  The position will be provided university-owned equipment needed to perform the duties of the role. Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Microsoft Office, Word,