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Columbia University is hiring an Assistant Director, Admissions for its School of Social Work. The role involves coordinating the admissions process to meet enrollment goals, communicating and advising prospective and admitted students, and managing application processing using Technolutions Slate CRM.

Highlights

Coordinate admissions application process and respond to prospective and applicant inquiries.
Advise applicants on admissions requirements, policies, and school information.
Serve as the primary communication source for prospective, applicant, and admitted students.
Represent the School of Social Work through outreach programs and events.
Utilize Technolutions Slate CRM for operations and train staff on its use.
Organize information sessions, receptions, campus tours, and customized recruitment activities.
Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of related experience required.
Proficiency with MS Office and strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills needed.
Must demonstrate judgment, multitasking ability, diplomacy, and the capacity to work under deadlines.
Salary ranges from $62,000 to $75,000 with a hybrid work schedule of 3 days on-site.

Assistant Director, Admissions Full Description

Job Type: Officer of Administration
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Hours Per Week: 35
Standard Work Schedule: Hybrid Schedule (3 Days On-site)
Salary Range: $62,000-$75,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director of Admissions, the Assistant Director assists in coordinating the admission process that meets targeted enrollment goals and enrolls a talent, qualified, diverse student body that enhances the reputation of the Columbia School of Social Work. The Assistant Director will be the primary source of communication and outreach to prospective students, applicants, and admitted students. The incumbent will advise applicants on admissions requirements and assist the Director with the management of inquiry communication and application processing. They will also work closely with the Associate Director on operations, utilizing Technolutions Slate CRM.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the admissions application process and field prospective and applicant inquiries. Advise applicants on admissions requirements and policies, and communicate program, School and University information to prospects, inquiries and applicants to the School.
Represent the School of Social Work to prospective students and the general public through a diverse array of outreach programs, activities, and communications.
Respond to information requests, providing admissions literature, and regular and sustained outreach and follow-up to prospects and applicants.
Provide day-to-day and overall administrative and operational support for the admissions office. Coordinate graduate information sessions, School-hosted receptions, and other programs.
Train administrative and student support staff in the use of recruitment CRM, document scanning, and application file maintenance, tracking, and reporting.
Conduct School and University tours for prospective students, arrange class visits, and provide support for other customized recruitment and yield activities as assigned.
Perform other relevant duties as needed and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required
A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must demonstrate a strong customer focus with excellent presentation, interpersonal, written, and oral communication, and computer skills required (proficiency with MS Office Suite).
Ability to communicate complex information simply, both verbally and in writing, is required. Candidate must possess strong skills in diplomacy, tact, and discretion.
Ability to exercise good judgment, work under pressure and deadlines, and carry out multiple tasks required.
The ideal candidate should be personable and friendly, dependable, creative, resourceful, and flexible.
Must be able to collaborate well with team members and perform work independently.
Must be timely, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possess patience, tact, and an ability to function effectively with a broad constituency.
Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree and/or work experience in Social Work and/or Higher Education is desirable.

Other Requirements

This position is on a hybrid schedule of 3 days on-site, subject to change based on operational needs.
Applications with cover letters will be given priority consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Original Job Description

Job Type: Officer of Administration
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Hours Per Week: 35
Standard Work Schedule: Hybrid Schedule (3 Days On-site)
Salary Range: $62,000-$75,000

Position Summary

Responsibilities

Coordinate the admissions application process and field prospective and applicant inquiries. Advise applicants on admissions requirements and policies, and communicate program, School and University information to prospects, inquiries and applicants to the School.
Represent the School of Social Work to prospective students and the general public through a diverse array of outreach programs, activities, and communications.
Respond to information requests, providing admissions literature, and regular and sustained outreach and follow-up to prospects and applicants.
Provide day-to-day and overall administrative and operational support for the admissions office. Coordinate graduate information sessions, School-hosted receptions, and other programs.
Train administrative and student support staff in the use of recruitment CRM, document scanning, and application file maintenance, tracking, and reporting.
Conduct School and University tours for prospective students, arrange class visits, and provide support for other customized recruitment and yield activities as assigned.
Perform other relevant duties as needed and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required
A minimum of 2-4 years of related experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must demonstrate a strong customer focus with excellent presentation, interpersonal, written, and oral communication, and computer skills required (proficiency with MS Office Suite).
Ability to communicate complex information simply, both verbally and in writing, is required. Candidate must possess strong skills in diplomacy, tact, and discretion.
Ability to exercise good judgment, work under pressure and deadlines, and carry out multiple tasks required.
The ideal candidate should be personable and friendly, dependable, creative, resourceful, and flexible.
Must be able to collaborate well with team members and perform work independently.
Must be timely, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possess patience, tact, and an ability to function effectively with a broad constituency.
Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree and/or work experience in Social Work and/or Higher Education is desirable.

Other Requirements

This position is on a hybrid schedule of 3 days on-site, subject to change based on operational needs.
Applications with cover letters will be given priority consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

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