Associate Director of Admissions – Recruitment

OverviewThe Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment ofthe first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, andthe School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting variousenrollment goals across schools and programs. What You'll DoReporting to the Director of Strategic Planning, the Associate Director of Admissions, Recruitment willbe an experienced member of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selectingstudents and for fulfilling the enrollment objectives set by the University. The Associate Director ofAdmissions, Recruitment will be responsible for the following:● Portfolio oversight typically involves long-term management of complex projects includingdelegation of tasks, management of contributing staff members and student workers, creation andpresentation of training materials, data analysis and assessment, etc. Projects specific to thisportfolio include, but are not limited to:o Collaboratively develop and implement each cycle’s domestic recruitment plano Management of marquee recruitment events, both in-person and virtualo Coordination of recruitment cycle operations, calendars, and process improvementso Development and facilitation of staff recruitment training ● Participate in the undergraduate application review and selection processes, including theevaluation of applications in alignment with training protocol and participation in selectioncommittees. The Associate Director may be asked to take on leadership roles throughout theselection cycle through process management or committee chairing.● Serve as an on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families,school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, virtualformats, email, and phone.● Collaborate with campus partners regarding data and project-based work.● Coordinate with external partners, such as higher education institutions, secondary schools, andcommunity organizations, to support portfolio and office-wide initiatives.● Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions and workshops for a variety of audiences,both on-campus and off-campus.● As requested by the Dean and/or Director, create, facilitate, or contribute to office traininginitiatives for admissions officers and/or administrative staff.● Directly supervise 1-4 professional staff members and serve as a member of the ManagementTeam.● Complete other projects and duties as assigned. While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Associate Director can expect to have a frequentcampus presence.Travel Requirements - This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnightstays. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required, along with the willingness and ability to drive to variouslocations using a rental vehicle. Candidates must have a driving record that meets the standards of rentalcar agencies.A resume and letter of interest are required for this position What We're Looking ForBasic Requirements: Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:● Bachelor’s degree● 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in selective admissions, college counseling, or arelated field● Experience with student recruitment, including individual and/or joint travel● Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation● Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills● Demonstrated project management skills, preferably in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment● Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations● Proficiency with CRM management software and Microsoft office suite● Comfort traveling both independently and as part of a group● Valid U.S. Drivers’ License Preferred Qualifications:  ● Prior supervisory experience of either professional or student staff● Experience with leading and/or facilitating staff development initiatives● Experience with highly selective application evaluation, including individual or committee-basedevaluation● Experience with Technolutions Slate● Fluency in a second language Pay RangeMinimum $67,200.00, Midpoint $83,900.00, Maximum $100,700.00   Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.