Assistant Dean, Admissions

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Dean supports university enrollment goals of building academically vibrant, increasingly talented, and global incoming classes by actively recruiting and enrolling students from a designated recruitment territory. Contributes to a welcoming and enriching campus visitation program by leading information sessions, conducting student interviews, and hosting on-campus and virtual programs. This position is designated to support the Recruitment team while also planning, implementing, and managing a comprehensive plan to enhance undergraduate recruitment.

Job Description

This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions:

• Communicate the benefits of a Wake Forest University education virtually and through on- and off-campus events by attending presentations at schools, community-based organizations, college counseling events, online webinars, etc.
• Works collaboratively to develop a territory management plan in assigned geographical regions and in alignment with university enrollment goals. Serves as the University’s admissions representative and liaison to secondary schools and students. Educates and updates high school counselors and prospective students concerning the University’s mission, strategic initiatives and annual updates. Evaluates effectiveness of travel and adjusts for subsequent visits.
• Annually analyzes qualifications of over 2,000 prospective students utilizing established admissions standards, guidelines, and criteria. Sits on the admissions committee making subjective evaluations of applicants for admission to the College. Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning sensitive personal and academic information submitted in the application process by applicants, secondary school professionals or others.
• Serves as a presenter during daily group admissions information sessions for prospective students and parents (over 25,000 visitors per year). Responsible for updating and revising admissions presentations in conjunction with the University’s integrated marketing efforts.
• Independently manages an annual project or program, as assigned by senior leadership, and in support of campus programming or recruitment efforts.
• May be asked to conduct evaluative admissions interviews, conveying information about the University to prospective students.
• Participates in the maintenance of up-to-date records and statistics on current applicants.
• Serve as a model and mentor for new and junior-level admissions officers.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• BA/BS with a strong academic record and three or more years related work experience.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of budget development and fiscal management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse constituents.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word and EXCEL.
• Ability to foster teamwork, inclusion, and collegiality in a small office and with other departments.
• Ability to travel.
• Valid driver license with good driving record; must be insurable.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Master’s degree
• Knowledge of Slate by Technolutions and Powerfaids

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work only.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work primarily involves sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environmental Conditions:

• No environmental conditions