The Assistant Director for Freshmen Admissions serves as a primary contact for prospective students and their families, school counselors, advisors and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process. Key responsibilities include all aspects of the college recruitment process, including managing the application funnel and generating applications, and managing the prospective student relationship from point of application through enrollment.

The Assistant Director interacts with prospective students and their families during individual meetings, information sessions, and campus events to build a relationship, answer questions, and explain the benefits of attending Drexel University. The Assistant Director also counsels accepted undergraduate students through the enrollment process to facilitate a smooth transition to Drexel.

The Assistant Director will be responsible for recruiting prospective students both locally and nationally through visits to high school, college fairs, conferences, community events, and virtual fairs within a designated territory. In addition, the Assistant Director will be responsible for managing all aspects of recruitment territories, travel scheduling and planning, meeting with students, parents and guidance counselors, representing Drexel University at on and off campus events, and reviewing applications (both domestic and international). This position requires extensive travel (up to 8 weeks of travel in the Fall and 3-4 weeks in the Spring), as well as working evening and weekend hours as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have superior customer service experience and must be capable of working under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. The Assistant Director must have an understanding of higher education; possess excellent interpersonal skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills; have excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively plan; be able to prioritize work and manage projects skillfully. The successful candidate should have a high level of energy and the willingness to work as part of a team. In addition, a qualified candidate will possess the following:

1. Bachelor's degree

2. Minimum of 2 years of experience

3. Ability to travel up to 8 weeks during Fall recruitment and up to 3-4 weeks during Spring recruitment

4. Demonstrated ability to manage and lead projects

5. Ability to work evenings and weekends

6. Valid Driver's License

Essential Functions

1. Assisting in planning and implementing the student recruitment plan for specific admissions programs or projects.

2. Coordinating external and internal recruiting efforts for a specific College/School; assume responsibility for planning, coordinating and supervising specific programs or projects, as assigned.

3. Corresponding and/or meeting with prospective students, applicants, their families, and others seeking information on admission standards, academic and non-academic programs and student activities; travel as necessary for receptions, forums and corporate presentations to enhance recruitment efforts.

4. Analyzing qualifications of prospective students utilizing established admissions standards, guidelines and criteria, reviewing unusual circumstances with senior leadership as appropriate.

5. Coordinating recruitment travel; represent the College recruitment program.

6. Other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Posting Information

Drexel University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition remission, a generous retirement package with matching funds (up to 11 percent) and an opportunity to join a talented team of professionals directly helping the University achieve its record growth and quality reputation.

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and believes that an inclusive and respectful environment enriches the University community and the educational and employment experience of its members. The University prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, status as a veteran or special disabled veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and any other prohibited characteristic. Please visit our website to view all University Policies and Workplace Postings.

Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background investigation.

To apply for this position, please apply online at: www.drexeljobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=83081 or visit www.drexeljobs.com and search for Assistant Director, Freshman Admissions. The requisition number is 8756.