Assistant Director Admissions

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.

A resume and letter of interest are required for this position.

The Assistant Director will be a member of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting
and selecting students and for fulfilling the enrollment objectives set by the University. The Assistant
Director will be expected to:

* Read and evaluate undergraduate applications in alignment with training protocol, individually or
as part of a team, and actively participate in selection committees.
* Conduct both in-person and virtual information sessions for prospective students, families, school
and community-based organization counselors, and the general public.
* Serve as on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families,
school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, email, phone,
or blogs.
* Manage project-based work in support of portfolios such as communications, data analysis,
access and outreach, recruitment, selection, international, events, or others.
* Participate in recruitment initiatives, including college fairs and high school visits.
* Participate in professional development and training opportunities to gain a broad understanding
of admissions profession and the specific goals of Tufts Admissions.
* Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Assistant Director can expect to have a frequent campus presence given increased visitor engagement responsibilities.

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.

Basic Requirements:

Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

* Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of experience in admissions, college counseling, or a related field
* Proficiency with CRM data management software and Microsoft Office Suite
* Strong communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills
* Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to work collaboratively
* Cultural sensitivity and a willingness to work with diverse populations
* Valid US Driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation
* Fluency in a second language