Associate Director of Admissions - Selection

Overview

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of

the first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and

the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting various

enrollment goals across schools and programs.

What You'll Do

Reporting to a Director, the Associate Director of Admissions, Selection will be an experienced member

of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selecting students and for fulfilling

the enrollment objectives set by the University. The Associate Director of Admissions, Selection will be

responsible for the following:

Portfolio oversight typically involves long-term management of complex projects including

delegation of tasks, management of contributing staff members and student workers, creation and

presentation of training materials, data analysis and assessment, etc. Projects specific to this

portfolio include, but are not limited to:

o Collaboratively develop and implement each cycle's application evaluation process

o Management of undergraduate first-year and transfer application review

o Coordination of application cycle operations, calendars, and process improvements

o Development and facilitation of staff reader training

Participate in the undergraduate application review and selection processes, including the

evaluation of applications in alignment with training protocol and participation in selection

committees. The Associate Director may be asked to chair selection committees as appropriate.

Serve as an on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families,

school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, virtual

formats, email, and phone.

Collaborate with campus partners, including the Student Services Technology Team, regarding

data and project-based work.

Coordinate with external partners, such as College Board, Scoir, Common Application, and

Coalition for College to support portfolio and office-wide initiatives.

Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions and workshops for a variety of audiences,

both on-campus and off-campus.

As requested by the Dean and/or Director, create, facilitate, or contribute to office training

initiatives for admissions officer and/or administrative staff.

Directly supervise 1-4 professional staff members and serve as a member of the Management

Team.

Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Associate Director can expect to have a frequent

campus presence.

Travel Requirements - This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnight

stays. A valid U.S. driver's license is required, along with the willingness and ability to drive to various

locations using a rental vehicle. Candidates must have a driving record that meets the standards of rental

car agencies.

A resume and letter of interest are required for this position

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of progressively responsible experience in selective admissions, college counseling, or a

related field

Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation.

Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills

Demonstrated project management skills, preferably in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment.

Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations

Proficiency with CRM management software and Microsoft office suite

Comfort traveling both independently and as part of a group

Valid U.S. Drivers' License

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior supervisory experience of either professional or student staff

Experience with leading and/or facilitating staff development initiatives

Experience with highly selective application evaluation, including individual or committee-based

evaluation

Experience with Technolutions Slate

Fluency in a second language

Pay Range

Minimum $65,900.00, Midpoint $82,300.00, Maximum $98,800.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.