Admissions Officer

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Domestic Recruitment

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

ExemptHybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)

SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

Summary:

The Admissions Officer is responsible for the admission and recruitment of domestic first-year applicants, including recruitment travel, as well as application evaluation. This position is also responsible for assisting with the coordination and staffing of on-campus programs and online events for prospective students. The number of first-year applications that the Admissions Officer reviews ranges from one thousand to two thousand annually.

Essential Functions:

• Reads and evaluates applications for undergraduate admission; makes decisions or refers to either the Associate Directors or Directors of Admissions.

• Conducts recruitment travel; participates in high school visits, college fairs, regional interviews and other regional recruitment events.

• Provides guidance, expertise and recommendations to prospective students, parents, alumni, and college counselors; conducts outreach to this population.

• Conducts on-campus information sessions and interviews for prospective students and their parents; gives overview of university programs/majors, student life and the admissions process. Participates in campus and online events.

• Develops and implements recruitment strategy and plans for a specific geographic area. Analyzes results of previous years’ activities and then develops and executes a comprehensive, integrated plan for both fall and spring travel/visits/events each year involving outreach to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, alumni and others.

Competencies:

• Serving Customers.

• Prioritizing and Organizing.

• Displaying Creativity. 

• Acquiring and Analyzing Information.

• Supporting Coworkers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time.

• 35 hours per week.

• Evening and weekend work required.

Salary Range:

• $58,000.00 - $60,000.00 annually.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Less than 1 year of relevant experience.

• Professional experience in admissions or related areas.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's degree or equivalent.

• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.

Travel Required:

• Yes, travel is required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Knowledge of trends and practices in higher education.

• Writing ability.

• Ability to represent the University and demonstrate highly developed interpersonal and public speaking skills.

• Demonstrated problem solving ability.

• Computer skills.

• Organizational skills and ability to conduct demographic and historical research as it pertains to American University’s applicant trends.

• Ability to contribute to a team-oriented environment within the Office of Enrollment.

Other Duties:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

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Contact Us

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