Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions

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George Washington University is hiring an Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions. The role involves representing the university on- and off-campus through recruitment events, evaluating freshman and transfer applications, making admissions recommendations, and coordinating special admissions projects. The position requires building relationships, analyzing data, and demonstrating a commitment to diversity and access to higher education.

Highlights

Holistically evaluate freshman and transfer applications; make admissions recommendations and determine eligibility for special programs.

Represent the university at on-campus and off-campus events including information sessions, interviews, high school visits, and college fairs.

Coordinate special projects and programs related to undergraduate admissions.

Require a Bachelor's degree plus 2 years professional experience or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area by start date; equivalent combinations considered.

Preferred qualifications include knowledge of higher education trends, enrollment experience, project management skills, strong communication, admissions evaluation experience, and language skills beyond English.

Desirable knowledge of SEVIS and F-1 visa regulations.

Salary range: $45,925.13 - $75,829.87.

Position is full-time with a 40-hour work week and requires onsite presence with significant travel during recruitment season.

Department: Enrollment Management within Enrollment Services family.

Employment requires background checks including criminal history, education verification, and sex offender registry search.

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I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The Enrollment Management and Retention Division – Graduate Enrollment Management, Graduate Student Assistantships and Fellowships, the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Student Financial Assistance, Undergraduate Admissions, Strategic Enrollment Initiatives, International Enrollment, and Enrollment Retention – works to enroll, retain, and graduate an ever more passionate, academically talented and diverse student body. Through the formal unification of our units, we have focused on building an organization that recognizes the distinct roles and expertise of each individual department, while also identifying and leveraging opportunities for collaboration. Most importantly, our goal is to ensure an outstanding experience for students – prospective and current. The GW Office of Undergraduate Admissions is committed to helping prospective freshman and transfer students in their college search and is honored to review applications from thousands of students around the world each year. The goal of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is to create a class of students who will pursue academic excellence, thrive in our dynamic environment, and make lasting contributions to GW and the world. The Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions represents the university both on-campus as well as off-campus through information sessions, interviews, high school visits, college fairs, etc. They build relationships and analyze data to manage a recruitment territory, evaluate admissions applications and make recommendations regarding admissions decisions, and coordinate special programs/projects within the admissions office. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and provide access to higher education. Responsibilities include: Holistically evaluates freshman and transfer applications; makes recommendations for admissions decisions and determines eligibility for special admissions programs; presents cases in committee. Represents the University both on campus and off campus via information sessions, interviews, high school visits, college fairs, etc. Acts as a coordinator for special projects/programs related to undergraduate admissions Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but requires significant travel during the recruitment season.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	Knowledge of trends and issues in higher education and experience working in an enrollment office are desired A top candidate would be highly flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that emphasizes collaboration and measurable outcomes The most qualified candidate also demonstrates excellent project management skills, the ability to transform ideas into solutions, and excellent attention to detail The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills including oral presentation, written and interpersonal Experience evaluating admissions applications for admission in a selective university environment is preferred As a global university, the office is interested in candidates who possess language skills beyond English Working knowledge of SEVIS and F-1 visa regulations is desired Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity
Hiring Range	$45,925.13 - $75,829.87
GW Staff Approach to Pay	How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Enrollment Management
Family	Enrollment Services
Sub-Family	Admissions
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Monday through Friday 8:30-5:30; some Saturdays and week nights; travel required
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	On-campus (in person)
Telework:	No
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S013902
Job Open Date:	11/07/2025
Job Close Date:	11/21/2025
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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* For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
- Yes, IEP complete
- No, still in IEP
- N/a - not a current GW employee
* What is your salary range expectation?
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