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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
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.
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- 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.
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While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Assistant Director can expect to have a frequent campus presence given increased visitor engagement responsibilities.
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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.
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A resume and letter of interest are required for this position.
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 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
Pay Range
Minimum $55,600.00, Midpoint $69,500.00, Maximum $83,400.00
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Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
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