The Office of Admissions seeks an Assistant Director to join the campus visit and events team. The Assistant Director will oversee programming related to on campus events, joining a high-functioning team responsible for greeting over 25, campus visitors and coordinating relationships with alumni, current students, and faculty who participate in recruitment activities.
The Assistant Director will manage a recruitment territory and will be responsible for evaluating and recommending candidates for admission. As a representative of Syracuse University, the Assistant Director will contribute to identifying, attracting, and enrolling a talented and diverse student body. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree required.
2-5 years’ experience in selective college admission or a related field, including as a student employee or volunteer.
Valid US driver’s license.
Skills and Knowledge Event planning experience preferred.
Strong interpersonal, presentational, and written communications skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Availability and willingness to travel within the US.
Availability and willingness to work in-person at the worksite.
Availability and willingness to cover on-campus and off- campus events on evenings and weekends as necessary.
Effective communication skills; the ability to articulate the value of a Syracuse University education.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in selective college admission.
The capability to deliver key recruitment messages through presentations, conversation, and in writing.
Ability to cultivate and develop relationships with campus partners, vendors, prospective students/families, counselors, and alumni.
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Genuine interest in prospective students and their families.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to read and evaluate applications for admission as a member of a high-performing team.
Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and Slate.
Responsibilities Lead the planning and execution of existing and new events on campus for the Office of Admissions, including but not limited to Orange Preview, Spring Receptions and other on campus events.
Communicate Syracuse University’s value proposition for prospective high school students and family members to drive interest in Syracuse University.
Manage budget and materials for events including purchasing, invoicing, and reconciling expenses.
Read applications and evaluate credentials for admission as a member of an admissions selection team. Recommend admission decisions in support of University enrollment goals and priorities. Meet all numeric targets for review within specified timeframe.
Work with University Marketing and Communications and the Admissions Student Relationship Management team in development of print and web-based materials for recruiting events.
Physical Requirements Not Applicable Tools/Equipment Not Applicable