What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Admissions- International position at Purdue University?
The Assistant Director of Admissions – International will promote Purdue University’s undergraduate programs and advise prospective students in the college search and selection process. This position is primarily responsible for assisting the Office of Admissions with the strategy and initiatives related to the admission and recruitment of international undergraduate students. Responsibilities will include admission recruitment, application review and responding to phone and email inquiries. This position will frequently engage, both in-person and virtually, with prospective domestic and international students and their families in one-on-one meetings as well as to large and small audiences on-campus and around the world. The position may also include program coordination and other projects.
The ideal candidate will be an outstanding communicator with the ability to tactfully engage and build relationships with prospective students and families, high school counselors, organizations, and campus partners. Additionally, this position requires cultural understanding, international travel, the ability to think critically, independently using problem solving, and judgment skills to make educated, professional decisions. The successful candidate will understand and support the benefits of a diverse campus community and value the perspective of others.
About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
Qualified candidates will need:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Two (2) years of customer service, admissions, or related experience in any context
Skills needed:
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
- Ability to understand and relate to diverse and international populations
- Demonstrated international and/or cultural experiences and competency
- Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
- Ability to lift and carry 25-50 pounds
- Ability to work flexible schedule including some evening and weekend hours
- Ability and willingness to travel internationally – at least 2-4 weeks a year
- A valid driver's license
Nice to have:
- Experience in university admissions and recruitment
- Familiarity with foreign education systems, grading scales, and curricula
- Experience working in an international context
- Foreign language skills
- Master’s degree
Professional 2
Pay Band S055
Job Code#20003063
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
Additional Information:
- This position involves limited weekend work
- This position is based at Purdue University’s main campus in West Lafayette, Indiana with the option of a hybrid work model
- Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
- A background check will be required for employment
- FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer: All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
