JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Director of Graduate Admissions, the Assistant Director (AD) is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of qualified graduate students for all assigned programs. This role represents Bay Path University to prospective students and organizations and works to increase inquiries and convert applications into enrolled students. A successful AD exhibits superior customer service skills and professionalism throughout daily interactions and communications with students including phone calls, emails, information sessions, and other events, both virtual and in person. This position also creates and implements recruitment strategies to reach prospective students through events, referrals, online and print communications, and outreaches to businesses and organizations. The Assistant Director must demonstrate an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with team members, faculty, students, alumni, administrators and staff.
Responsibilities
Recruit and enroll qualified graduate students for all assigned programs; Represent Bay Path University to prospective students and organizations; Increase inquiries and convert applications into enrolled students; Provide superior customer service through phone calls, emails, information sessions, and events; Create and implement recruitment strategies through events, referrals, online and print communications, and outreach to businesses and organizations; Manage prospective students through the enrollment pipeline from inquiry through registration; Advise on application process and policies; Initiate, cultivate and manage external contacts and databases, including relationships with professional organizations; Represent the University at college fairs, professional organizations, and conferences; Utilize the Salesforce system to track outreach to inquiries and applicants; Assist with recruitment and promotional events for the Graduate School; Instruct prospective applicants on admissions requirements and program prerequisites; Complete application review and regulate flow of applications to program directors or faculty interviewers; Conduct group presentations for prospective students, business professionals, advisors and other contacts; Attend trainings as required; Perform other duties as assigned by the University
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required in a related field; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Experience working in a sales or marketing related position or in the recruitment of students in a college setting; Ability and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed; Strong analytical abilities, maturity, and a high energy level; Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programs; Sensitivity to the concerns of diverse student populations; Valid U.S. driver's license; Must successfully pass the online safe Driving Course (within 15 days of hire) and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter; Demonstrated ability to perform detailed project work with an emphasis on teamwork; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to understand the impact of student enrollment on the success of the institution; Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the University community; Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines; Must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and other required online trainings within 15 days of employment; General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals
Nice to have
Master's degree preferred; Previous Career Development, Human Resources, Sales, Admissions or Enrollment Management experience preferred; Experience working with or advising students at the undergraduate or graduate level helpful
Stany Zjednoczone · Longmeadow
