<p>The Office of Admissions seeks an assistant director to join the field events and domestic recruitment team. This position will assist with the planning, organization and execution of domestic recruitment initiatives both on and off-campus, including but not limited to counselor programming, alumni initiatives, and national yield events. The assistant director will also act as a thought partner and leader in the development of strategic recruitment initiatives.</p> <p>This position will manage a recruitment/travel territory and will be expected to travel domestically for approximately 4-5 weeks in the fall and 2-3 weeks in the spring. This position will be responsible for evaluating and recommending applicants for admission. As a representative of Syracuse University, the assistant director will contribute to identifying, attracting, and enrolling a talented and diverse student body.</p> <p>Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>2-5 years' experience in selective college admissions or a closely related role. </li><li>Bachelor's degree required; masters preferred. </li><li>Valid US driver license. </li></ul> <p>Skills and Knowledge</p> <ul> <li>Event planning experience preferred. </li><li>Strong interpersonal, presentational, and written communications skills. </li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. </li><li>Availability and willingness to travel within the US. </li><li>Availability and willingness to work in-person at the worksite. </li><li>Availability and willingness to cover on-campus and off- campus events on evenings and weekends as necessary. </li><li>The capability to deliver key recruitment messages through presentations, conversation, and in writing. </li><li>Ability to cultivate and develop relationships with campus partners, vendors, prospective students/families, counselors, and alumni. </li><li>Attention to detail and commitment to excellence. </li><li>Genuine interest in prospective students and their families. </li><li>Excellent time management skills. </li><li>Ability to read and evaluate applications for admission as a member of a high-performing team. </li><li>Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and Customer Relationship Management software. </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Lead recruitment event planning through oversight of items including, but not limited to venue selection, travel arrangements, transportation, technology, catering, run of show, layouts/floorplans, accessibility plans, staffing and vendor management. </li><li>Track and analyze effectiveness of domestic recruitment events/initiatives; research and analyze new opportunities for recruitment and yield. </li><li>Represent and appropriately market the University at high school visits, college fairs, conferences, and other such venues; effectively communicate Syracuse University's value proposition for prospective high school students and family members to drive interest in Syracuse University. </li><li>Participate in all facets of on campus events and daily visitation, virtual sessions and interviews. </li><li>Read and evaluate applications for admission and recommend admissions decisions for assigned programs. </li><li>Work as part of a team in support of admissions goals and strategy; be adaptable to changing needs and problem solve in advance and on-site based on evolving factors. </li><li>Manage relationships with students, families, school-based and independent counselors, alumni, campus partners and vendors both on and off-campus critical to the success of admissions events/initiatives. </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <p>Not Applicable</p> <p>Tools/Equipment</p> <p>Not Applicable</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.</p>