The Northern New Jersey or New York City Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment works remotely from main campus located in Northern New Jersey or the New York City metropolitan area. Represents the University both on and off-campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors, and other individuals or organizations involved in the college search and selection process. Attends events in regional territory to attract Loyola University, admission candidates. Answers questions and advises prospective students and their families on procedures and requirements for admission. Evaluates applications from regional territory. Maintains liaison externally with college counselors and internally with Loyola academic and administrative offices.
Student Recruitment
Develops a strong knowledge of the institution and relevant University procedures, policies, and programs and be able to convey this information effectively to prospective students and their families. Lives in and recruits in a remote territory with the goal of expanding Loyola's reach in tertiary markets. Tailors student recruitment strategy to territory environment and culture. Participates in various student visit programs designed to recruit targeted prospective applicants. Collaborates with other departments and offices across campus to support recruitment and admission activities. Assists in the development and delivery of on-campus events and programs for groups and individuals. Ensures that the University is making every effort to attract and enroll an academically-qualified and diverse student population. Evaluates recruitment strategies and recommend ideas for improvement. Develop professional knowledge and skills to increase personal effectiveness.
Admission Decisions
Reviews applications for acceptance and present admission recommendations. Carries out activities within established procedures to facilitate the conversion of applicants to enrolled status. Verifies enrollment status, ensures students are eligible for admission (this includes ensuring that students comply with college enrollment policies and procedures), and continues follow-up with admitted students for deposit into program.
Pipeline Development
Cultivate relationships with alumni, community college advisors, high school counselors, and other constituencies in the territory to assist with the recruitment process, and connect prospective students with members of the campus community. May participate in special projects aimed at developing new admissions strategies or tools.
Student Counsel and Customer Service
Counsels prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the College. Provides one-on-one admission counseling to applicants by in-person appointments, phone calls, and emails. Assists students and families at every stage of the enrollment process, from inquiry through enrollment (application completion, enrollment deposit, housing application, registration, etc.) through targeted use of outgoing contact (via email, telephone, and other communication methods).
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of three years of experience in college or university admission. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and presentation skills, and the ability to represent the University effectively to various audiences; ability to cultivate an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment; ability to treat all people equitably and with a sensitivity and awareness to cultural differences; demonstrated ability to hold others accountable for behavior that is supportive of a community that is diverse and inclusive; demonstrated ability to manage the recruitment and admission processes and leverage data in decision-making. Knowledge of database software tools and the ability to use these programs to create correspondence, promotional materials, and reports. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Must possess a valid driver's license in the state incumbent lives in. Travel to remote locations. Must be able to load and transport admission materials, displays, and other equipment, weighing up to 25 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience as a regional admission counselor is highly desirable.
Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM is highly desirable.
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