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Johns Hopkins University is hiring an Assistant Director Admissions (Admissions) for its Carey Business School. The role manages recruitment strategy and execution for an assigned set of part-time graduate business programs, working with academic program directors and faculty to attract and enroll prospective students. It combines in-person and virtual recruitment, one-on-one advising of prospective students, and application review for the Flexible MBA program.

Highlights

Lead recruitment strategy, planning, and execution toward enrollment goals for an assigned set of part-time Carey programs, staying current on curriculum and program goals with academic program directors, managers, and faculty.
Manage recruitment and application review for an assigned domestic or international region or applicant group, including hosting presentations in the market, visiting high schools and community organizations, and analyzing data to evaluate recruitment strategies.
Advise prospective students on program selection and the application process through multiple channels and CRM tools, and run information sessions, tours, scheduled appointments, and inbound and outbound calls.
Review Flexible MBA application files, interview applicants as needed, recommend admission or denial decisions, and make scholarship recommendations.
Represent Carey at virtual, on-campus, and off-campus recruitment events, with domestic and international travel as needed.
Provide oversight for project-based teams within the recruitment function, mentor other Admissions staff, and supervise designated Admissions roles when assigned.
Hybrid role based at the Harbor East office, on-site at least 3 days per week, working Monday through Friday from 11am to 7pm plus 1-2 Saturdays per month.
Bachelor's degree and five years of progressively responsible related experience, with a Master's degree preferred and education and experience substitutions allowed under the JHU equivalency formula.
Pay range of $57,195 to $100,040 per year, with $77,000 targeted.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Assistant Director Admissions (Admissions) Full Description

JHU Carey Business School is seeking an experienced Admissions recruiter for the role of Assistant Director Admissions based in our offices in Baltimore’s Harbor East.

The Assistant Director Admissions serves on the Admissions team and collaborates with Admissions leadership to design, implement, and manage recruitment strategies. As a subject matter expert, this position will provide advice and mentorship to other Admissions staff in area of expertise and has additional, specific job responsibilities related to that area of expertise. May also include limited supervisory responsibilities.

The position will involve in-person and virtual recruitment, as well as significant projects across the office which may include working with student volunteer groups, collaborating on office programs, responding to and working with prospective students and families, and engaging university partners. This role will also be responsible for large roles in larger projects that work towards office priorities and goals.

Lastly, this role will require working from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., along with 1-2 Flexible Saturdays per month, with the primary responsibility of meeting with prospective students by appointment and handling both inbound and outbound calls.

This position manages recruitment strategy, planning, and execution in support of strategic enrollment goals for an assigned set of part-time programs. As the subject matter expert within the Office of Admissions for these programs, the Assistant Director collaborates closely with academic program directors, academic program managers, and other key faculty and staff to remain current on curriculum, differentiating features, and program goals.

Carey offers a comprehensive portfolio of graduate business programs, including the flagship Full-time MBA, Part-time/Online Flexible MBA, Executive MBA, and a wide range of full-time and online Master of Science, dual-degree, and certificate programs. While admissions officers represent the full portfolio of Carey programs, each role may have a primary focus area. This position is expected to be onsite at least 3 days per week. Evening and weekend work is required along with a willingness and ability to travel domestically as well as internationally, if needed. Exact travel responsibility is dependent on assigned programs and territory.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Provide management and oversight for assigned projects and project-based teams within the recruitment function.
Collaborate with Admissions leadership in providing ongoing in-house training and professional development.
Lead and manage recruitment and application review for an assigned region (domestic and/or international territory) or applicant group. Recruitment responsibilities include, but are not limited to
Build relationships and hosting presentations in the market.
Visit high schools and community organizations.
Develop knowledge and familiarity with the secondary school landscape in their region.
Provide and analyze data and prepare reports to evaluate recruitment strategies.
Conduct information sessions, support tours as needed and respond to routine requests from prospective applicants and families, as well as counselors.
Will be expected to represent and be knowledgeable about the academics, student experience and financial aid programs at Hopkins
Lead programming and events staffing as assigned.
Ensure timely and effective compilation of materials for admission committee review.
Make scholarship recommendations.
Ensure accurate and timely entry of admission committee decisions and scholarship awards
Manage internal and external relationships: Faculty, counselors, prospective students and families, current students, university administrators, high school counselors, alumni.
Must be service and team oriented and aware of the needs and concerns of a selective private university.
May include supervision of other designated Admissions roles.
The Admissions Officer will have other responsibilities, to be determined around a specific project or program area. These responsibilities could include, but are not limited to, hiring and training student volunteers, developing materials for recruitment workshops and other events, assisting with messaging and presentation delivery, building international recruitment plans, or furthering initiatives related to access and diversity.
Travel and night/weekend work may be required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

In Addition to Duties Described Above

Represent Johns Hopkins Carey Business School publicly at virtual, on-campus, and off-campus recruitment events; and travel as required to support outreach and enrollment goals.
Prospective Student Engagement & Advising: Serve as a knowledgeable, consultative advisor to prospective students by communicating the value of Carey and its Flexible MBA program, counseling candidates through program selection and the application process, and managing outreach and engagement through multiple communication channels and CRM technologies.
Admissions Evaluation & Decision Support: Review application files for the Flexible MBA Program, interview applicants as needed and recommend admission or denial decisions based on established admissions criteria and a holistic review process in support of Carey Business School degree programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree.
Five years progressively responsible related experience.
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree.

Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications

Knowledge of standard office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

Application Processing and Management - Developing
Confidentiality and Discretion - Developing
Customer Service - Intermediate
Documentation Imaging and Management - Developing
Event Coordination - Developing
Oral and Written Communications - Developing
Project Management - Developing
Relationship Management - Developing
Student Recruitment - Developing

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Sr. Admissions Officer

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Assistant Director Admissions (Admissions)

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD

Starting Salary Range: $57,195 - $100,040 Annually ($77,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F 11am - 7pm; 1-2 Saturdays per month

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Hybrid/JH at Harbor East

Department name: Admissions

Personnel area: Carey Business School

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

Education and Experience Equivalency

JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at [email protected].

Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.

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