What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Admissions - Adult Learners position at Meredith College?
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The Associate Director of Admissions for Adult Learners is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive recruitment plan for adult populations that enables the College to meet enrollment goals. Development and implementation of the plan includes strategic planning, research, marketing, and primarily local travel. In addition, this position is responsible for general admissions counselor responsibilities, application review and decision making, and other duties as assigned.
Duties:
- Responsible for meeting set goals for inquiries, applications, admits, deposits and enrolled adult students.
- Responsible for drafting and executing a recruitment plan that supports the college’s enrollment goals for adult student populations.
- Serves as liaison between Meredith College and local businesses and organizations to establish relationships conducive to serving the needs of adult populations.
- Plans, organizes, and implements on and off-campus events designed to promote recruitment of adult students.
- Works closely with the Office of the Registrar, faculty, and academic advising colleagues to facilitate course enrollment for adult students.
- Conducts one-on-one information sessions with students and families on or off site as needed.
- Provides impeccable customer service and follow-up communication to all applicants and/or associated constituents.
- May represent the admissions office at college information sessions outside the Meredith campus.
- Serve on any relevant college committees.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Counsel prospective adult students throughout their college search process.
- Provide comprehensive information and assistance regarding:
- Admissions Process
- Financial aid opportunities
- Academic programs
- Campus visitation
- Housing options
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Serve as primary contact for educational partners.
- Support prospective students' transition to college life.
Skills Needed:
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills for successfully working with a diverse university community and non-university community.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve overall goals.
- Ability to use spoken and written communication effectively.
- Ability to understand college procedures, curricular offerings, transfer policies, the value of a Meredith education, and be able to relate this information effectively to prospective students and constituents.
- Ability to understand and explain financial aid programs, eligibility criteria, and award procedures.
- Ability to travel locally and occasionally non-locally.
- Ability to plan and organize special events and activities.
- Contemporary technical skills proficiency.
- Positive attitude and strong team building skills.
- Creativity, resourcefulness, and a good sense of humor are a plus.
Key interfaces:
- Interacts with a wide range of Meredith College constituents, including faculty, marketing staff, and student services.
- Interacts with prospective students.
- Interacts with the admissions office team on a daily basis.
- Interacts with the Registrar’s office regularly.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree and demonstrated success in recruiting adult populations to degree seeking programs.
- A minimum of 10 years professional experience, including 3-5 years of experience within a college or university.
- A valid NC driver’s license and a clear driving history is required.
- General office setting with moderate noise level.
- Travel required.
- Frequent evening and weekend work required.
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Contact Information
1st Floor Park Center
(919) 760-8898
Fax: (919) 760-8164
hr@meredith.edu
