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Purdue University

Assistant Director of Admissions - International

🇺🇸 West Lafayette, IN

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $50K

💻 Enrollment

🗓️ June 5th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Purdue University is hiring an Assistant Director of Admissions – International. This role involves developing and implementing strategies for international undergraduate student recruitment, representing the university at events, reviewing applications, and managing communications with prospective students and families. The position includes both in-person and virtual engagements, program coordination, and potentially other projects.

Highlights
  • Develop and implement recruitment strategies for international students.
  • Represent Purdue University at recruitment events.
  • Review applications and handle inquiries from prospective students.
  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills required.
  • Proficiency in technology and willingness to travel internationally are necessary.
  • Salary approximately $50,000 per year.
  • Includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Involves flexible working hours including evenings and weekends.

Assistant Director of Admissions - International Full Description

The Assistant Director of Admissions – International supports the Office of Admissions in developing and implementing strategies related to the admission and recruitment of international undergraduate students. Key responsibilities will include representing Purdue at recruitment events, application review and responding to phone and email inquiries. This position will frequently engage, both in-person and virtually, with prospective domestic and international students and their families in one-on-one meetings as well as to large and small audiences on-campus and around the world. The position may also include program coordination and other projects.

Join a team committed to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment, helping students take their next giant leap toward a brighter future.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. You'll collaborate with top talent across departments while helping protect Purdue's research integrity. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program.
     
    At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together.
     
    Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.
 
Expected annual salary for this position is approximately $50,000
 
Who We Are at Purdue University :
We are committed to making Purdue’s world-class education affordable, accessible and valuable to Boilermakers and their families. We know that a college degree is an investment, and many families make this big decision together.
 
About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation. 

What We Are Looking For :
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:
•    Bachelor’s degree in any area of study.
•    Minimum 2- 3 years of customer service, admissions, or related experience.
 
Skills needed:
•    Excellent communication abilities
•    Demonstrated international and/or cultural experiences and competency.
•    Ability to understand and relate to diverse and international populations
•    Strong customer service orientation
•    Confident presentation and exceptional organizational skills
•    Proficiency with computers and related technology
•    Ability and willingness to travel internationally- at least 2-4 weeks a year
•    Effective problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail
•    Ability to work flexible schedule including some evening and weekend hours
•    Ability to lift and carry 25-50 pounds
 
What is helpful:
•    Preferred experience in admissions, international education, or higher education fields
•    Familiarity with foreign education systems, grading scales, and curricula 
•    Experience working in an international context
•    Foreign language skills

What We Want You to Know :
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (not eligible for over-time)

Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period 
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

All applications must be held the first 5 business days due to our Equal Opportunity Employment policy

Career Stream
Professional 2
Pay Band S055
Job Code #20003022
 
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php 
 
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
 
EOE / AA:
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. 

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