The Assistant Directorâ™s overall responsibility is to recruit high-caliber students for Skidmore through a variety of programs. Duties include: working with office leadership to develop recruiting strategy for assigned travel territories; communicating effectively the benefits of a Skidmore College education through virtual, on- and off-campus events; reading applications and participating in student selection committee. The Assistant Director will be a collaborative member of one the teams in the office (recruitment & outreach; campus visits & programming), and the role will include additional portfolio responsibilities that align with the responsibilities of their team. Must be willing to travel 4-8 weeks per year and have valid driverâ™s license.

Primary Duties

• Communicate the benefits of a Skidmore College education virtually and through on- and off-campus events (presentations at schools & community based organizations, school counselor events, student-family events on and off campus, online webinars, etc.)


• Manage a recruitment territory and participate in team reading and committee review of application files


• Independently manage portfolio projects as assigned, such as on-campus or virtual programming, outreach to build relationships with various constituents and partners, etc.


• Serve as a strong collaborative member of one of the teams in the office (recruitment & diversity; campus visits & programming); work closely across teams to enhance the execution of operations to meet enrollment goals

Qualifications & Competencies

• Ability to work towards big-picture projects and initiatives by coordinating and following through with details and tasks 


• Time management and organizational skills in addition to the ability to take on projects independently


• Ability to work as a team player with successful collaboration within and across teams in the Admissions Office


• Communicates and collaborates with diverse student, family and professional populations


• Successful communication of Admission policy, expectations, and decisions in a clear, sensitive and honest way


• Ability to complete projects/tasks independently, in a timely manner, while maximizing operational efficiency


• Well-organized, creative, and responsive implementation and coordination of projects and responsibilities


• Effective planning, coordination and communication of changes and innovations in process and/or systems


• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills


• Driverâ™s license and willingness to travel required

Education & Experience: Bachelors degree required; minimum of 1-3 years of related experience in admissions, higher education, secondary school, non-profit or related environment preferred; willingness to actively learn about both the college and studentsâ™ experiences.

Salary range: $62,354 - $64,000

Required documents needed to apply:

• On-line application


• Cover Letter


• Resume


• List of Three References

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable post-offer background check result.

CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.

No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position

About Skidmore College

Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college with a reputation for its creative approaches to just about everything. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community. Skidmore is known for its faculty of teacher-scholars devoted to the instruction and mentoring of undergraduates; approximately 2,400 talented men and women from some 47 states and 46 countries.In the universe of selective, private liberal arts colleges, Skidmore's distinctiveness is expressed in the statement that "Creative Thought Matters". This idea reflects not only the historical strength of the College's programs in the fine and performing arts but also the understanding that creativity is required for achievement in any area of human endeavor.The city of Saratoga Springs is widely recognized as one of America's great communities. It is located in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, within a three-to-four-hour drive from New York City, Boston or Montreal. Travel & Leisure calls Saratoga Springs one of "America's Greatest Main Streets" as well as "one of the best college towns in the nation," Money Magazine says it's one of the nation's top 100... places to live, and Princeton Review describes it as a "perfect college town." It's a community rich in history and tradition. Famed mineral waters, a Revolutionary War battlefield, and the nation's oldest thoroughbred racetrack represent portions of that history. Also, it's a community of arts and culture. The Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is the summer home to the New York City Ballet, Philadelphia Orchestra, and a performing venue for top rock and jazz musicians.The Skidmore College community awaits your arrival, so if you welcome challenges and are interested in making a difference, come join us!

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