Campus - To be determined by department
FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts
Washington, D.C.
Warwick, Rhode Island
Fullerton, California
Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 04-Jun-26
Location: Medford, Massachusetts
Categories:
Internal Number: 23215
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of
the first year and transfer classes each year for the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering, and
the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts. Tufts Admissions is charged with meeting various
enrollment goals across schools and programs.
What You'll Do
Reporting to a Director, the Associate Director of Admissions, Selection will be an experienced member
of the undergraduate admissions team, responsible for recruiting and selecting students and for fulfilling
the enrollment objectives set by the University. The Associate Director of Admissions, Selection will be
responsible for the following:
? Portfolio oversight typically involves long-term management of complex projects including
delegation of tasks, management of contributing staff members and student workers, creation and
presentation of training materials, data analysis and assessment, etc. Projects specific to this
portfolio include, but are not limited to:
o Collaboratively develop and implement each cycle?s application evaluation process
o Management of undergraduate first-year and transfer application review
o Coordination of application cycle operations, calendars, and process improvements
o Development and facilitation of staff reader training
? Participate in the undergraduate application review and selection processes, including the
evaluation of applications in alignment with training protocol and participation in selection
committees. The Associate Director may be asked to chair selection committees as appropriate.
? Serve as an on-campus point-of-contact for visitors. Communicate with students, families,
school/organization counselors, and the general public via in-person conversations, virtual
formats, email, and phone.
? Collaborate with campus partners, including the Student Services Technology Team, regarding
data and project-based work.
? Coordinate with external partners, such as College Board, Scoir, Common Application, and
Coalition for College to support portfolio and office-wide initiatives.
? Conduct virtual and in-person information sessions and workshops for a variety of audiences,
both on-campus and off-campus.
? As requested by the Dean and/or Director, create, facilitate, or contribute to office training
initiatives for admissions officer and/or administrative staff.
? Directly supervise 1-4 professional staff members and serve as a member of the Management
Team.
? Complete other projects and duties as assigned.
While our office functions in a hybrid modality, the Associate Director can expect to have a frequent
campus presence.
Travel Requirements - This position involves travel throughout the year, which may include overnight
stays. A valid U.S. driver?s license is required, along with the willingness and ability to drive to various
locations using a rental vehicle. Candidates must have a driving record that meets the standards of rental
car agencies.
A resume and letter of interest are required for this position
What We're Looking For
Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
? Bachelor?s degree
? 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in selective admissions, college counseling, or a
related field
? Experience with application evaluation, including individual or committee-based evaluation.
? Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills
? Demonstrated project management skills, preferably in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment.
? Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations
? Proficiency with CRM management software and Microsoft office suite
? Comfort traveling both independently and as part of a group
? Valid U.S. Drivers? License
Preferred Qualifications:
? Prior supervisory experience of either professional or student staff
? Experience with leading and/or facilitating staff development initiatives
? Experience with highly selective application evaluation, including individual or committee-based
evaluation
? Experience with Technolutions Slate
? Fluency in a second language
Pay Range
Minimum $65,900.00, Midpoint $82,300.00, Maximum $98,800.00
Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
