Job Summary

: The Associate Director/Director of Mid-Atlantic Admission will direct all Mid-Atlantic undergraduate admission activities in support of the University’s mission and institutional goals. This position is primarily responsible for speaking to prospective students and their families about Marist through high school visits, college fairs, information sessions and campus visits. Additionally, this individual will also conduct application readings for first year students. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree

3 - 5 years of related experience

Valid driver's license required Essential Functions: Independently manage geographic territory by analyzing multiple data sources to develop and create an extensive travel, recruitment, communication, and outreach plan to drive new student enrollment in support of the strategic goals of the University.

Review and make admission decisions on traditional undergraduate applications to Marist. Thoroughly evaluate student credentials and personal qualities. Serve as a member of the Admission and Scholarship Committee which renders final admission and merit award decisions for all applicants.

Conduct information sessions and college fairs/nights, meeting with prospective students and their families. Prepare and revise presentations as needed to ensure appropriate information for the audience (e.g. general, specific academic area, honors program).

Answer incoming phone calls and emails that come through the Marist Admission Office from prospective students and their families. Provide guidance to students, parents, and school counselors.

Assist covering virtual programs for the main campus and other regions.

Collaborate with the Director of Alumni Admission Program to identify and utilize alumni to broaden and diversify recruitment and outreach activities. In addition, cultivate relationships with current students and parents to assist with recruiting efforts.

Other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree Required Application Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References Benefits: The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following: 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.

Unlimited paid sick time.

14+ paid holidays per year.

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).

Life insurance.

Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.

403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter. Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.

403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.

Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution. *Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University. About Marist University: Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others.