Assistant Director of Admissions - Framingham State University

Company: Framingham State University
Location: Framingham
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Staff Posted On: Mon Sep 9 2024 Job Description: GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assists the Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management and other admissions personnel in the planning, organization, and administration of the undergraduate admissions program at the University. Assists with enrollment management functions as needed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Reports directly to the Associate Dean of Admissions/Director of Undergraduate Admissions; will work on team projects under the leadership of designated team leaders.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May supervises classified, contracted, and/or student employee personnel assigned to the area (at the discretion of the Associate Dean of Admissions/Director of Undergraduate Admissions); serves a as departmental leader with assigned tasks.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruits and selects prospective freshmen, and transfer applicants for Framingham State University.Manages an assigned recruitment territory.Guides prospective students and applicants through all phases of the enrollment funnel (inquiry to matriculation), including financial aid advisement and post-deposit activities (e.g., "summer melt" mitigation).Travels to high schools, community colleges and college informational fairs and attends programs on and off campus as required.Liaison with our Art Department; specifically those completing the art portfolioServes as the athletic liaison from Admissions to AthleticsPrimary contact for international students seeking enrollment. Meets with prospective students and communicates application procedures to students, parents, high school counselors, and community college advisors.Serves as member of the Admissions Committee; independently reviews applications and makes admissions decisions and merit based scholarship decisions.Conducts admissions information sessions (individual and large group formats).Assists in preparation of statistical data/reports appropriate to the Admissions Office.Assists in the evaluation of the publications, programs, and overall recruitment strategies of the Admissions Office.Available to serve on special and/or standing committees of the University.Assumes major responsibility for one or more assigned areas.Assumes responsibility for special projects as assigned.Strives to maintain and augment knowledge and skills in the admissions field through advanced study, professional activities or participation in conferences, seminars, workshops and similar professional gatherings.Actively contributes to deliver a working environment that promotes optimism, collaboration, respect, solutions conscious dialogue, and exceptional service to everyone.Ensures that equal opportunity, equity, and inclusion are integrally part of all actions and decisions within the scope of duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is conducted in an office environment or at various recruiting locations. The position requires some evening and weekend work, especially during peak times. In accordance with the University's Staff Telework Guidelines, this position may be eligible for some hybrid work opportunities following a provisional period and a determination of employee suitability. Job Requirements:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degreeAt least 2 years of admissions experience.Demonstrated knowledge of higher education principles, practices and procedures.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, administrative staff, classified personnel and students.Demonstrated ability to express oneself effectively in written and oral communication.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree.Demonstrated experience with, Axiom Elite, Ellucian Banner, Techolutions Slate and programs related to the Unified Digital Campus (e.g., Xtender and Argos)Knowledgeable of Framingham State University's programs.Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Information:This is a full-time, exempt benefits-eligible position in the Association of Professional Administrators (APA) bargaining unit with a union title of Assistant Director. The starting salary range is $60,000 - $65,000.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.PIdd4804bd0825-25660-35513601

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