What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Admissions position at Passaic County Community College?
We are seeking a Director of Admissions who reports to the Dean for Enrollment Management. This individual provides leadership, guidance, and supervision to the Admissions department, and is responsible for the execution of operations, strategies, programs, and reporting for student recruitment and admissions.
Examples of Duties:
- Provide leadership in creating and advancing recruitment and admissions strategies designed to meet the enrollment goals of the College.
- Develop and deliver a student-centered, stream-lined enrollment experience for prospective students and their families.
- Oversee the implementation and assessment of a comprehensive recruitment plan that aligns with the strategic plan and the mission of the College.
- Lead extensive recruitment and admissions calendar including engagement with high schools, social agencies, community organizations, and special events on-campus and in the community.
- Work collaboratively with the college community in support of achieving enrollment goals of the College.
- Supervise and evaluate admissions staff; provide appropriate direction; and facilitate training and professional development.
- Lead initiatives for expanded use of technologies to improve efficiencies, ensure data integrity in processes, and identify future needs.
- Compile statistics and analyze data on entering students, and maintain accurate files on enrollment; report on recruitment and admissions activities on a regular basis.
- Collaborate with marketing to develop and maintain print materials, webpages, and social media associated with recruitment and admissions.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Excellent organizational, communications and interpersonal skills with ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong technology skills required, particularly with student systems, digital imaging, reporting and database management, web applications, social networks, and communication management.
- Master's degree in education, liberal arts, or related field with at least five years of administrative experience in higher education.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse student populations.
- Ability to apply college policies and maintain essential and confidential records.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.
