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Job Title

Assistant Director of Admissions

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Office of Admissions

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Admissions, under direction of the Director of Admissions, develops recruitment strategies and events to promote goals within the Division of Enrollment Management. Performs managerial work providing direction and guidance in the execution for recruitment operations and objectives

Responsibilities:

+ Develops, supervises and executes plans and programs designed to increase outreach and recruitment of prospective students. Establishes new programs/processes as necessary for efficient recruitment.

+ Plans, arranges and executes physical and/or virtual recruitment travel to meet the objectives for recruitment. Some travel on evenings/weekends is required.

+ Oversees team members and supports recruitment activities in various territories in San Antonio and throughout the state of Texas.

+ Assists and maintains strong relationships with Community College Transfer Advisors, Academic Advisors, and Community Partners to promote the University and Transfer Recruitment goals.

+ Establishes and maintains strong relationships and processes with returning and prospective students, encourages applications and promotes campus visits with prospective students in priority markets.

+ Conducts programming and information sessions (on and off campus).

+ Corresponds, meets, and communicates electronically with prospective students, transfer advisors, faculty, alumni, and other non-profit groups involved in supporting students in the transfer process.

+ Supervises and trains employees and student workers.

+ Responsible for communication to and cross-training of assigned staff in their areas of specialization, and to ensure the fulfillment of goals assigned to their recruitment markets and populations.

+ Submits appropriate recruitment planning and budget proposal to the Director of Admission for consultation and approval each year.

+ Manages data for assigned recruitment and admissions programs and prepares statistical reports as well as other written reports as required.

+ Provides a report of recruitment activities as requested by the Director of Admission.

+ Defines annual goals in collaboration with the Director of Admissions for assigned market segments.

+ Assists with advertising/marketing programs; assists in preparation of a variety of recruiting/admission publications.

+ Assists with development and implementation of communication flows to prospective students.

+ Conducts market research of assigned territories and implements recruitment activities such as travel (group travel, visit community colleges and businesses, attend college fairs, etc.), tele-recruitment, on-line chats, email campaigns, etc.

+ Coordinates and monitors the evaluation of policies and procedures for compliance related to the Office of Admissions.

+ Works collaboratively with other campus departments, staff and faculty in administering Admissions programs or projects.

+ Represents the office and the University in a variety of leadership roles both on and off campus.

+ Assists the Director of Admission with other miscellaneous projects as needed. These could include database management; website management; special populations recruitment such as transfers and returning students; international student recruitment, etc.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor's degree or higher in related field.

+ Six years (6) of related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

+ Master’s degree.

+ Experience in higher education, recruitment, management and market development.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Managing territories, strategizing, goal development and execution, and event planning.

+ Managerial knowledge to lead, train and develop a team.

+ Ability to analyze and interpret data to inform strategic planning.

+ Accuracy and attention to detail.

+ Knowledge of higher education recruitment processes, financial aid, adult learners, retention practices, military/Veteran students.

+ Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong presentation skills.

License:

+ Valid Driver's license or ability to obtain one within first 30 days of employment.

Applicant Instructions:

Please make sure to provide the following documents:

+ Cover Letter

+ Resume / CV

+ Professional References

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​

Summary of Employee Benefits:

www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.