Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York, United States, 12182
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions
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Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Student Services and Academic Support, CFHE
Who we are
Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and an IBM Quantum One computer - the first university-based quantum computer in the U.S.
Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!
Job Summary
The Assistant Director for Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the identification, invitation and enrollment of students into Rensselaer's educational community. The Assistant Director may be assigned a geographical region, a school, a program or an area to develop and implement. In addition, this position will develop and build relationships with community colleges, including their faculty and staff to help build a pipeline of potential transfer students, and educate faculty, staff and students on transfer requirements and transfer opportunities at Rensselaer. The Assistant Director will conduct in-person and virtual information sessions, travel to college fairs or college-based information sessions; and participate in the planning and execution of on-campus events.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field
Two (2) years of professional experience to include demonstrated excellence in customer service, strong computing skills, and experience interacting with the public
Valid driver’s license
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education, especially transfer and undergraduate student admissions
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
Ability to work with a diverse population.
Strong computer skills and knowledge.
Understanding of customer service and marketing and the willingness to "go the extra mile" for our customers
Ability to develop a good rapport with other administrative staff
Excellent people skills
Ability to manage often conflicting priorities
Ability to deal effectively with a dynamic and fast-paced office
Excellent decision-making skills
Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel
Regular overnight travel is required (up to 25%)
Driving
Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range: $58,700 - $60,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Advertised: 03 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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Work type: Full Time
Location: Troy, NY
Categories: Student Services and Academic Support, CFHE
Who we are
Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.
Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and an IBM Quantum One computer - the first university-based quantum computer in the U.S.
Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!
Job Summary
The Assistant Director for Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the identification, invitation and enrollment of students into Rensselaer's educational community. The Assistant Director may be assigned a geographical region, a school, a program or an area to develop and implement. In addition, this position will develop and build relationships with community colleges, including their faculty and staff to help build a pipeline of potential transfer students, and educate faculty, staff and students on transfer requirements and transfer opportunities at Rensselaer. The Assistant Director will conduct in-person and virtual information sessions, travel to college fairs or college-based information sessions; and participate in the planning and execution of on-campus events.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field
Two (2) years of professional experience to include demonstrated excellence in customer service, strong computing skills, and experience interacting with the public
Valid driver’s license
Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education, especially transfer and undergraduate student admissions
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.
Ability to work with a diverse population.
Strong computer skills and knowledge.
Understanding of customer service and marketing and the willingness to "go the extra mile" for our customers
Ability to develop a good rapport with other administrative staff
Excellent people skills
Ability to manage often conflicting priorities
Ability to deal effectively with a dynamic and fast-paced office
Excellent decision-making skills
Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required
Travel
Regular overnight travel is required (up to 25%)
Driving
Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use
Starting Salary/Rate
Expected hiring range: $58,700 - $60,000
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.
Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) (https://hr.rpi.edu/benefits) .
We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Advertised: 03 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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