Assistant Director of Admissions

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Position Overview 

The Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for the admissions, recruitment, and support of prospective students. Duties include interviews, campus tours, travel to/participation in recruitment events, and participation and implementation of the overall admissions and recruitment program.  

• This position is Exempt. 
• The Assistant Director of Admissions reports to the Associate Director of Admissions  
• The starting salary for this position is $50,000 annual, depending on experience.

The selected candidate will support Burrell College’s organizational health initiatives, focusing on enhancing leadership, promoting clarity of purpose, improving communication, and reinforcing a respectful, purpose-driven culture. This role is key to fostering a healthy, high-performing organization that values integrity, transparency, and collaboration.  Burrell College Organizational Health Graphic

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Assist the Associate Director of Admissions in implementing departmental goals, action objectives, and strategies to meet annual and long-term goals and objectives, per the College's strategic plan.  

• Assist the Associate Director of Admissions in the implementation of policies and procedures and interpret those policies and procedures for the efficiency of day-to-day operations.   

• Provide information, assistance, and referrals as appropriate for applicants such as financial aid and student services.   

• Assist the Associate Director of Admissions in marketing instructional programs and engaging in outreach.   

• Promote the College programs and disseminate appropriate information.   

• Lead and actively participate in recruiting new applicants in target markets.  

• Assist in identifying and communicating changes related to admission, recruitment, and outreach issues (e.g., limited enrollment program updates, etc.) to prospective students, faculty, and staff members.   

• Provide training regarding the admissions process.  

• Assist the Associate Director of Admissions in planning and participating in recruitment and retention activities; assist with performing necessary assessment and evaluation of programs and services, as needed.  

• Coordinate the campus and community recruiting activities with other College departments, as well as outreach to middle/high school students, and undergraduate college admission advisors.  

• Assist in review, screening, and scoring of applications to select the class. Assess the academic preparedness of applicants. Assess applicants for motivation, initiative, leadership potential, work/life experience, extracurricular activities, socioeconomic status, disability, and educational/personal hardship. Use professional judgment when reviewing complex applications for admission.  

• Assist with the interview day process; assist with the schedule with faculty interviewers and applicants; assist in training faculty interviewers; support the lead admissions advisor in coordinating student volunteers.    

• Assists with Admissions daily processes.  This includes performing functions in the College’s admissions management program as identified by the Associate Director of Admissions.    

• Help manage applicant statuses on all electronic platforms.  

• Aid in managing master lists and all applicant review/evaluation lists.  

• Aid in admissions communications and applicant follow-up, to promote timely responses and correct actions.  

• Attend any meetings as required; this may include Selections Committee Meetings and/or Admissions Governance meetings.      

• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Other Skills Important to This Position 

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.  

• Strong oral and written communication skills are required.    

• Strong organizational and planning skills.  

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to work with potential applicants, advisors, etc.  

• Ability to organize time, plan programs, and large group functions.  

• Must have the ability to relate well with a diverse student population and other constituencies, particularly of the southwestern US and northern Mexico border region.  

• Ability to maintain a high energy level and enthusiasm for BCOM.  

• Ability to respond to difficult situations calmly and with credibility.  

• Respect for and ability to maintain confidentiality.  

• Ability to travel throughout the year, including weekends and evenings. 

Qualifications 

Required Education, Credentials and Licensure 

• Bachelor’s degree required, a combination of education and experience may be considered.  

• Experience working in an academic/university setting.  

Preferences 

• Experience with AMP or similar Admissions management systems. 

• Experience working with students in an admissions-related environment. 

• Experience/ability in giving presentations to large groups. 

• Experience/ability to give tours. 

Working Conditions 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.   

• This job is conducted in an office work environment.  

• Approximately 90% of this position’s duties require the use of a computer.  

• Must be able to exert up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.  

• Frequently required to stand or walk. 

• The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.  

• Travel is required during travel season.  

Work Schedule: 

• Typically, Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm 

• Required evenings and weekends for special or recruitment events. 

Burrell College campuses and facilities are drug and tobacco free and comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA). Employees and students shall not be involved with the unlawful use of controlled substances and/or illicit drugs.

For more information, please visit:  www.burrell.edu

Our Work Opportunities Page:  https://burrell.edu/administrative-services/human-resources/work-opportunities/

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

NOTE:  Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The Burrell College of Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and more.  Individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to the College’s Mission.