Associate Director of Graduate Admissions

Location: Saint Bonaventure

The Associate Director of Graduate Admissions primary responsibilities are to support the Director of Graduate Admissions in the development and execution of data driven, comprehensive graduate operational and recruitment plans, in line with the goals set forth by the enrollment team and the university. Responsible for recruitment and enrollment goals for each School, developing relationships with different constituents, while ensuring visibility and brand awareness.

Solid project management and organizational development skills are needed with the demonstrated ability to work independently with a strong attention to detail while contributing to the success of the graduate admissions team. This person will be passionate about customer service and will work collaboratively with the graduate studies deans, program directors and on-line partners. Serving as the direct point of contact for the Dennis R.

DePerro School of Health Professions which includes managing, monitoring and coordinating all recruitment activities as well as serving as the lead contact and administrator for the CAS applications.

* As the primary contact and lead administrator for the OTCAS and Nursing

CAS applications, responsibilities include the yearly set-up and monitoring of all communications sent from the WebAdMIT platform, annual updates for each application ensuring deadlines are met and updates are completed on time for each application's launch, main point of contact with Liaison.

* Manage, monitor and coordinate all recruitment-related events and activities for the Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Professions and additional CAS application programs. Acts as lead admissions contact and works collaboratively with various directors and staff within the university.

* The lead for high level, technical processing of CAS applications on the WebAdMIT and Technolutions Slate platforms including knowledge of pre-requisites and requirements for each program, uploading documents, reviewing transcripts, completing GPA recalculations, assisting with applicant interviews as needed.

* Works closely with Graduate Director of Admissions and Graduate Marketing Specialist to facilitate requests for electronic, print, digital and social media communications as needed.

50%

* Supports the Director of Graduate Admissions in the processing of prospects, applications, admits and deposits for all campus-based and online academic programs. Lead for programs within the Dennis R. DePerro School of Health Profession, additional CAS application programs, and other programs as needs arise.

* Works closely with graduate admissions operations and online-partners for app completion, acceptance decisions and letters, missing documents, and communication with students throughout the process.

* Act as an on-campus Athletic Liasion for graduate students as needed.

20%

* Together with the Director of Graduate Admission and Graduate Marketing Specialist, works collaboratively across campus with program directors and Deans in planning, coordinating, and managing recruitment events and activities online and in-person.

* Vital part of event attendees overall experience and presence at on-campus events.

* Works closely with admissions Coordinator of Marketing and Communications and marketing department for event promotions and communications.

* Work closely with graduate team and program directors on Early Assurance Program (EAP) initiatives. Lead on developing EAP programming from incoming undergraduate to graduating senior and beyond. Establish annual schedule or events and continuously brainstorm and modify as needed.

20%

* Conduct travel / recruitment on behalf of the University by attending college fairs and events throughout the year. Collaborate to create travel schedule. Build brand awareness and visibility to drive inquiries, applications and matriculation.

* Work with regional colleges creating articulation agreements

* Additional admissions, recruitment and operational tasks as necessary.

10%

Supplemental Functions:

Represent the University and Graduate Admissions as needed on some evenings and weekend events.

Education:

Master's degree strongly recommended

Years of

Experience:

Candidate will possess a minimum of five years of successful experience and increasing responsibility within an admissions/enrollment/higher education setting.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Handle highly confidential material, understanding that all University information should only be disclosed to others who have a need to know, for legitimate business or educational reasons. Have the ability to exercise and apply sound judgment and decision-making skills as well as the ability to maintain integrity and confidentiality of data.

* Demonstrate commitment to our academic programs of distinction serving graduate students. Actively engage in activities to ensure the success and retention of our students.  Lead and inspire both students and professional staff to create and maintain an engaged and vibrant…