Alliance/Partner Management, Community Relations, Computer Skills, Conferences, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Driver's License, Employee Relations, Establish Priorities, Faculty Administration, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Interviewing Skills, Meet Sales Quota, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Recruiting Strategy, Secondary School, Time Management, Travel Planning, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Director of Admission Department Office of Admissions -Group Pay Type Exempt Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time Hours Per Week 37.5 Number of weeks 52 weeks per year other - # of weeks 52 Benefits Eligible Full Benefits Geographical Regional Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No Work Schedule
Job Description
General Scope of Duties
The Assistant Director of Admission is involved in all aspects of the Connecticut College admission process: recruitment travel and outreach, connecting and engaging with prospective students and their families, representing the college to external audiences, interviewing, application review, and selection of candidates. The Assistant Director of Admission also contributes to the planning and implementation of student recruitment strategies to help achieve enrollment goals, and is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing specific admissions programs and/or projects.
General Duties and Responsibilities
- Represent the College and provide information and counseling to prospective students, families, counselors and others through interviews, group presentations, and phone and email communications
- Manage a defined recruitment territory; plan and conduct travel to visit high schools, attend college fairs and conferences, and connect with prospective students
- Review applications individually and in committee settings, recommend candidates for admission, and serve on admission selection committees
- Maintain and increase the selectivity, quality and diversity of the applicant pool and matriculants through a variety of recruitment and yield activities
- Manage a portfolio of specific admission programs and projects assigned by the Director and/or Dean
- Assist in the planning and implementation of student recruitment strategies and contribute to the development of new and creative admission programs
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners including current students, faculty, administrators, alumni and the public to support recruitment and yield activities
- Prepare statistical and area reports including appropriate recommendations or conclusions
- Interpret educational policy and institutional mission of the College to perpetuate its intellectual quality
Education and Skills
- Requires a Bachelor's degree, preferably in liberal arts
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to engage with diverse audiences and connect with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences
- Ability to make clear and concise presentations
- Excellent attention to detail, and strong computer skills
- Ability to build and sustain key relationships with staff, students and off campus contacts
- Excellent organization skills and ability to set priorities and keep to deadlines
- A growth mindset and willingness to continually develop knowledge, skills, and competencies
- Extensive travel required (7-10 weeks per year)
- Valid Driver's License required
Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands
NA
Driving Required Yes Salary Range $45,300-$47,300 Note
Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate's experience, education, and the institution's pay structure to ensure internal equity.
Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 05/20/2026 Applications accepted through Open Until Filled Yes
Documents needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
PHD
- Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?
Yes
No
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?
Yes
No