Senior Assistant Director of Admissions

Senior Assistant Director of Admissions

University Admissions

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is designed for an experienced admissions professional who will take on advanced territory management while serving as a highly knowledgeable representative of the University. As a senior individual contributor, this role leverages established expertise to recruit and admit first-year, transfers, international, and graduate students into the University.

SALARY INFORMATION:

In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $66,300 - $73,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.

Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.

REPORTS TO: Director of Undergraduate Admissions

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. Serve as a premier point of contact for students and families through in-person interactions at high schools, community colleges, and on-campus events, expertly guiding them through the application and admission process and providing clear information on programs and requirements.

2. Represent the University at high-profile recruitment events, college fairs, and information sessions, delivering highly engaging presentations and building authentic, lasting connections with prospective students.

3. Evaluate completed applications for admission decisions and corresponding credit evaluations, utilizing seasoned judgment to ensure timely and thorough review.

4. Cultivate deep, impactful relationships with school counselors, community-based organizations, and other key influencers to significantly strengthen the University’s visibility and pipeline.

5. Collaborate seamlessly with campus partners across academic departments, student services, and signature programs to support prospective and admitted students through a streamlined enrollment process.

6. Plan and host premier on-campus and regional events, such as open houses, admitted student days, and workshops designed to deeply engage students and families throughout the recruitment cycle.

7. Provide expert, individualized follow-up and counseling to prospective students to support complex application completion, enrollment decision-making, and successful transition to the University

8. Contribute valuable field experience and insights to strategic recruitment initiatives, including territory management, communication campaigns, and yield/melt efforts that drive enrollment goals

9. Perform other job-related duties as assigned in support of the Admissions team and University enrollment objectives, frequently leading by example for newer counselors.

REQUIREMENTS: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

1. Exceptional ability to build, develop, and sustain professional relationships.

2. Dynamic communication skills with the ability to speak confidently in public spaces to small and large groups.

3. Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.

4. Proven ability to autonomously prioritize a complex workload according to volume, urgency, etc..

5. Advanced ability to critically think and actively use data to inform recruitment decisions.

6. Adept at working remotely and fully utilizing modern digital tools.

7. Knowledge of Google Workspace and the Microsoft Office suite.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Flexibility and ability to work evening hours and weekends as needed for recruitment events.

2. Ability to safely carry materials up to 15lbs.

3. Ability to drive and travel extensively to locations across assigned recruiting area(s) (must have a valid driver’s license).

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree is required.

2. Minimum of two years of related experience is required

3. Three to five years of progressive admissions experience is strongly preferred for this senior title.

ABOUT ADELPHI:

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,250 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students 79 undergraduate programs, more than 84 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and 63 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 123,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 72 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.