Assistant Director of Admissions

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1423400 Assistant Director of Admissions Job Description: Ready to build Champlain's presence in one of the most competitive college admissions markets in the country? Champlain College is seeking an experienced, results-oriented admissions professional to lead recruitment across two high-priority territories: Massachusetts and the West Coast. The Greater Boston market in particular represents one of the College's most significant areas of opportunity, requiring someone who can navigate a competitive landscape of Independent Educational Consultants (IECs), selective secondary schools, and families who expect a sophisticated understanding of the college admissions process. This role goes beyond entry-level recruitment. Successfully growing Champlain's presence in the Greater Boston market calls for strategic relationship-building, established credibility, and the experience to represent the College with confidence in a demanding market. The Assistant Director will manage the full recruitment cycle for their territories - from building relationships with school counselors and IECs to guiding prospective students and families through the enrollment process - while also helping the broader admissions team explore how emerging AI tools can support recruitment goals. Key Responsibilities Territory Recruitment & Relationship Building - Build enrollment through targeted, strategic recruitment activities across the Massachusetts territory (Middlesex, Suffolk, Worcester, Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Nantucket, Norfolk, and Plymouth counties) and the West Coast territory - Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with school counselors, secondary school faculty, Independent Educational Consultants (IECs), and community-based organizations - Represent the College at college fairs, high school visits, and informational programs, with particular focus on building credibility in the competitive Greater Boston market - Travel extensively during fall and spring recruitment seasons, including weekdays and weekends, for presentations and collaborative events with schools, community groups, and partner organizations Applicant Support & Process Management - Guide prospective students and their families through the enrollment process via phone, email, social networking, and traditional mail - Read and evaluate several hundred applications per year - Maintain accurate visit and recruiting records for all high schools and contacts within assigned territories - Assist in the coordination and execution of on-campus and off-campus special events Institutional Knowledge & Innovation - Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of each program and division at the College to speak confidently with prospective students and families - Stay current on emerging AI tools in higher education admissions and help guide the admissions team in using technology effectively and ethically to support recruitment goals Requirements - Bachelor's degree required - Demonstrated experience in college admissions, higher education recruitment, or a closely related field; prior experience in competitive, IEC-heavy markets strongly preferred - Experience recruiting in competitive urban or coastal markets strongly encouraged - Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish credibility with school counselors, IECs, students, and families - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a large, geographically diverse territory - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce) a d standard office software - Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent communication with the broader admissions team Work Arrangement - Full-time, campus-based position with extensive travel across assigned territories during fall and spring recruitment seasons. - Requires the ability to drive and/or fly to recruitment events, with regular evening and weekend commitments during peak recruitment seasons (fall and spring) - Position operates independently in the field for the majority of the recruitment cycle, with consistent remote communication and coordination with the on-campus admissions team Compensation & Benefits Annual Salary: $52,000 - $57,000 Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options Paid Time Off: 16 holidays, 4 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks sick time, and 2 days of personal leave Retirement: 403(b) plan with 3% employer matching contribution Education: Tuition benefits for employees and family members Wellness: Gym discount and Wellness prog