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Colorado State University

Assistant Director Admissions Events

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Fort Collins, CO

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $64K - $66K

💻 Enrollment

🗓️ August 4th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Colorado State University is hiring an Assistant Director Admissions Events. This role leads the planning, development, and execution of large-scale undergraduate admissions events and partnerships, supervises staff, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless visitor experiences while managing communications and promotional materials.

Highlights
  • Coordinate and execute large visit programs serving 1,000 to 1,700 attendees and specialized recruitment events for transfer students, veterans, and scholars.
  • Supervise one professional staff and one to two student event coordinators, including recruitment, training, and development.
  • Collaborate with university departments and partners to align event planning and promote maximum attendance through communication strategies.
  • Manage event logistics such as room reservations, catering, service requests, and promotional inventory (swag).
  • Analyze event feedback, develop surveys, and respond to general visit inquiries.
  • Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, 2 years of event planning or campus visit experience, supervisory experience, valid driver’s license, and ability to work irregular hours.
  • Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree, admissions or higher education experience, data assessment skills, budget management, and presentation experience.
  • Annual salary range: $64,000-$66,000.
  • Participate in professional organizations related to admissions and provide leadership aligned with inclusive excellence (DEI/DEIJ).
  • Support foundational admissions activities including front desk coverage, daily info sessions, and ambassador oversight.