Augsburg University
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
Augsburg University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
Full-timeJob Classification: StaffFLSA Status: Exempt (salaried/teaching/stipend)Department: Admissions/Admissions OperationsType of employment: Regular full-timeAugsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.The
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
enthusiastically conducts personalized student engagement for all stages of the enrollment decision-making journey. The counselor is responsible for recruiting prospective students and developing deeper student coaching relationships informed and measured by data analytics and results. The Assistant Director manages an assigned territory, provides support for other counselors, facilitates staff training related to University messaging and positioning, and occasionally manages student-employee projects and outreach.
This position primarily works with incoming transfer student populations and will occasionally support first-year student recruitment and events.Primary Responsibilities65% of time
spent on direct student engagement:Conduct recruitment, yield, and anti-melt activities throughout the entire enrollment cycle.
Conduct student interviews and presentations (on and off campus).Conduct routine cultivation outreach and response (phone, text, social media, email).Conduct in-person and virtual recruitment activities i.e. online and in-person events, chat, social media, video, etc.
Evaluate admission applications and make admission decisions.Help plan, organize, and execute engaging on-campus (and off-campus) recruiting events.Utilize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases to manage communications/follow up and your capacity accountability. Serve as a student success coaching role for prospective students as part of Augsburg Power of Us program.Connect and strengthen relationships with local community college advisors, counselors, faculty, and staff.35% of time
spent on administrative tasks:Develop and manage a recruitment target audience of 1,000 – 1,500 inquiries and 150 - 200 admitted students each year.Analyze recruitment data and use information to determine travel and communication plans.Provide territory planning support for Admission Counselors.Responsibility for an assigned area of strategic priority or initiative utilizing the objective and key results framework (OKR).Provide/facilitate training for counselors related to University messaging and positioning.Additional ResponsibilitiesServe on various division cross-functional teams that impact the recruitment and retention of students.Attend regular staff meetings and trainings and stay informed of institutional changes that would impact the students' experience.Share trends on what you are hearing from students with the wider team.Provide input on recruitment strategies.Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, travel, and special programs.Work with the rest of the admissions staff to develop the quarterly/annual recruitment plans.Be open to change and able to adapt to an ever-evolving higher education landscape.Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree from an accredited university.A minimum of four years of professional admissions experience.Enthusiasm and passion for empowering others to succeed.Evidence of the ability to work with persons from diverse backgrounds.Excellent oral/public presentation and written communication skills.Technology experience with Microsoft Suite of products i.e. word and or excel.Ability to think strategically, creatively, and innovatively on how to recruit and connect with prospective students now and in future admissions cycles.Command of University messaging and positioning; people, programs, outcomes, policies, procedures, to authentically articulate the Augsburg student experience.Preferred QualificationsEffective time management and the ability to work independently.Team player, effective at collaboration.Proven ability to achieve goals, influence others, and meet deadlines.Admissions/marketing experience as a professional staff, student worker, and or internship.Ability to speak bilingually: Spanish, Somali, Arabic or Hmong.All applicants must attach the following for consideration:ResumeBenefits at AugsburgAugsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including:Medical, dental and vision coverageA generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibilityUp to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the USGenerous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hireEmployer-paid STD, LTD and life insuranceEnhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employeesFor the safety of our students, employees and the community in which we live and work, Augsburg requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For individuals who are unable to be vaccinated due to religious or medical reasons, Augsburg offers exemptions and accommodations.Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action StatementAugsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.
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Full-timeJob Classification: StaffFLSA Status: Exempt (salaried/teaching/stipend)Department: Admissions/Admissions OperationsType of employment: Regular full-timeAugsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.The
Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions
enthusiastically conducts personalized student engagement for all stages of the enrollment decision-making journey. The counselor is responsible for recruiting prospective students and developing deeper student coaching relationships informed and measured by data analytics and results. The Assistant Director manages an assigned territory, provides support for other counselors, facilitates staff training related to University messaging and positioning, and occasionally manages student-employee projects and outreach.
This position primarily works with incoming transfer student populations and will occasionally support first-year student recruitment and events.Primary Responsibilities65% of time
spent on direct student engagement:Conduct recruitment, yield, and anti-melt activities throughout the entire enrollment cycle.
Conduct student interviews and presentations (on and off campus).Conduct routine cultivation outreach and response (phone, text, social media, email).Conduct in-person and virtual recruitment activities i.e. online and in-person events, chat, social media, video, etc.
Evaluate admission applications and make admission decisions.Help plan, organize, and execute engaging on-campus (and off-campus) recruiting events.Utilize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases to manage communications/follow up and your capacity accountability. Serve as a student success coaching role for prospective students as part of Augsburg Power of Us program.Connect and strengthen relationships with local community college advisors, counselors, faculty, and staff.35% of time
spent on administrative tasks:Develop and manage a recruitment target audience of 1,000 – 1,500 inquiries and 150 - 200 admitted students each year.Analyze recruitment data and use information to determine travel and communication plans.Provide territory planning support for Admission Counselors.Responsibility for an assigned area of strategic priority or initiative utilizing the objective and key results framework (OKR).Provide/facilitate training for counselors related to University messaging and positioning.Additional ResponsibilitiesServe on various division cross-functional teams that impact the recruitment and retention of students.Attend regular staff meetings and trainings and stay informed of institutional changes that would impact the students' experience.Share trends on what you are hearing from students with the wider team.Provide input on recruitment strategies.Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, travel, and special programs.Work with the rest of the admissions staff to develop the quarterly/annual recruitment plans.Be open to change and able to adapt to an ever-evolving higher education landscape.Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree from an accredited university.A minimum of four years of professional admissions experience.Enthusiasm and passion for empowering others to succeed.Evidence of the ability to work with persons from diverse backgrounds.Excellent oral/public presentation and written communication skills.Technology experience with Microsoft Suite of products i.e. word and or excel.Ability to think strategically, creatively, and innovatively on how to recruit and connect with prospective students now and in future admissions cycles.Command of University messaging and positioning; people, programs, outcomes, policies, procedures, to authentically articulate the Augsburg student experience.Preferred QualificationsEffective time management and the ability to work independently.Team player, effective at collaboration.Proven ability to achieve goals, influence others, and meet deadlines.Admissions/marketing experience as a professional staff, student worker, and or internship.Ability to speak bilingually: Spanish, Somali, Arabic or Hmong.All applicants must attach the following for consideration:ResumeBenefits at AugsburgAugsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including:Medical, dental and vision coverageA generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibilityUp to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the USGenerous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hireEmployer-paid STD, LTD and life insuranceEnhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employeesFor the safety of our students, employees and the community in which we live and work, Augsburg requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For individuals who are unable to be vaccinated due to religious or medical reasons, Augsburg offers exemptions and accommodations.Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action StatementAugsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.
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