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Associate Director Of Undergraduate Admission

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Howard University

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support

Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements

Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match

Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths

Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Basic Function The Associate Director of Admission serves as a senior staff member in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and is responsible for leading the undergraduate student recruitment efforts for Howard University. The Associate Director will develop and execute the recruitment and travel strategy in an assigned region, manage and support a team of admission officers and track key metrics and progress toward enrollment goals during the admission cycle. This position represents and promotes the university to prospective students at the high school and college level as well as to other relevant professional organizations.

Supervisory Accountability This position supervises the Senior Assistant Directors of Admission and the Assistant Directors of Undergraduate Admission.

Principal Accountabilities

Analyze current and historical enrollment trends all territories to develop a strategy that serves the University’s enrollment goals

Make recommendations to the Executive Director and Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management to improve admission process and improve recruitment initiatives

Helps to develop a national recruitment plan through analysis of market forces, recruitment practices, marketing resources and professional networking activities

Manage, train, and develop and support a team of admission counselors

Evaluate ROI on travel and recruiting expenses

Responsible for recruiting students within a small territory, provide support and service to prospective students from the inquiry state through enrollment

Meet yearly enrollment goals for territory

Ability to work autonomously, be proactive, take initiative and make ethical decisions

Provide input as a senior staff member on staff and departmental issues for the Executive Directors attention

Provide an excellent customer service experience and maintain a student-centered attitude in every aspect of the role.

Other duties as assigned to support recruiting and enrollment

Core Competencies

General knowledge of admission cycle

Good planning, administrative, and organizational skills

Ability to deal effectively with high school students, parents and guidance counselors

Strong public speaking skills

Strong interpersonal skillsDemonstrated problem solving skillsKnowledge of Technologies Slate

Work Environment

In person, not eligible for hybrid or remote status

On Howard University main campus

40 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday, weekends, and evenings as necessary

40% travel during September, October, March, April

Minimum Requirements

Masters preferred; Bachelors required in any field

10+ years working in undergraduate admission

5 years managerial experience

Strong understanding of the admission cycle, application review process, student recruitment and key industry metrics

Experience in developing and implementing strategic initiatives and planning recruitment travel

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other basic technology

Experience with Technologies Slate; Workday Student experience preferred

Ability to travel both weekdays and weekends- valid driver’s license and passport

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure Expected Salary Range: $105,000 - $115,000

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