Colgate University
Associate Dean of Admission
Requisition Number: 2022S075Posting
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Division: Admission and Financial Aid
Department: Admission
Department Statement:
Accountabilities:
Participates in a team oriented working environment through all phases of the recruitment and selection process - travel, application review, information sessions and interviewing -and communicates with prospective students, families, counselors, and alumni in an assigned geographic territory. The position includes travel by various modes of transportation in a variety of locations.
The position will have the following responsibilities and accountabilities:
Accountable for serving as both a regional manager and a mid/senior level manager. Responsible for all aspects of prospective student search, including collaboration with other associate deans to ensure prospective students cohort is diversified to meet the goals of the Admission Strategic Plan. Accountable for efficiently using research/data/trends to cultivate and manage Colgate's pool of prospective students, as well as collaboration with the Office of Communications to execute communications plans across multiple technology platforms. Expert knowledge and use of Slate Delivery and report building capabilities. Accountable for sharing the Colgate message with prospective students in line with Colgate standards. Responsible for effective work with the Office of Communications as well as on-campus partners and third party vendors. Responsible for supervision and work quality of admission officer(s) as assigned. Responsible for management of the overall admission communication budget. Accountable for familiarity with and compliance to NCAA recruiting rules.
Professional Experience/Qualifications
- Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis.
- Must maintain a familiarity with all applicable NCAA rules and will be responsible for compliance with those rules.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and a high comfort level with public speaking before large groups required, and an ability to effectively engage audiences through dynamic oral presentations is essential.
- Demonstrated understanding of the liberal arts and ability to communicate the value of a liberal arts education to students and other outside constituents.
- Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information pertaining to application review and other admission initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Volunteer or employment experience in selective admissions preferred, as is prior experience working with diverse student populations.
- Experience with an admission CRM, such as Slate, is preferred.
- Background in electronic communication campaign creation and management preferred.
- 5-7 years of related experience.
Education
- Bachelors degree is required.
- Masters degree is preferred.
Other Information
Strong internal candidates preferred.
Work Schedule:
Weekdays, with occasional weekends.
Job Open Date:
06/07/2022
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
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EEO Statement
It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
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