"Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions"

Details

Posted: 02-Dec-25

Location: Syracuse, New York

Type: Full-time

Salary: $27.50 - $33.00 per hour

Categories: Admissions, Staff/Administrative

Employment Type: Full-time

Organization Type: Higher Education Institution

Required Education: Bachelor’s

About Le Moyne College

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Director of Graduate Admission will play a vital role in the recruitment and enrollment of graduate students at Le Moyne College. This role serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students to a diverse suite of programs including master’s degrees in business, education, arts administration, physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, and nursing; as well as doctoral programs in nursing and executive leadership. The selected candidate will have academic programs of primary focus, but will need to be adaptable to serve as a representative for all graduate programs as needed.

As a leader within the Enrollment Management team, the Assistant Director will work closely with offices including Marketing and Communications, Enrollment Marketing, and Central Processing to design, implement and assess successful marketing efforts, recruitment strategies and maintain data integrity.

The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to student success, a commitment to working with applicants from diverse backgrounds and competencies to navigate technologies used to support student recruitment and enrollment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• To work effectively with the Director of Graduate Admission and Division of Enrollment Management teams by participating as an active member of a professional admission team to design, develop and implement successful marketing and recruitment strategies and plans.
• Successfully manage specific applicant pools by planning and implementing marketing and recruitment activities as appropriate. This will include some local travel and minimal overnight travel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students and applicants to include email, telephone and video call outreach. Serve as a liaison between students and key faculty partners regarding the admissions process.
• Communicate regularly with faculty, department chairs and other offices regarding enrollment responsibilities.
• Participate in the review of applications for certain graduate programs including review of prerequisite coursework, evaluation of application materials, participation in admission interviews and, where appropriate, rendering final admission decisions.
• Provide pre-admission consultations for applicants seeking information or guidance in the admission process.
• Plan and host on campus and virtual recruitment and accepted student programs for assigned graduate programs.
• Maximize opportunities for students, parents and counselors regarding the college admission process and access to Le Moyne College. The position requires special sensitivity to all individuals regardless of race, color ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, economic status and country of origin.
• Participate in admission events when necessary (information sessions, open house, accepted student events and interviews) to support College enrollment efforts.

Le Moyne Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
• Generous tuition coverage
• Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous time off package
• 35 hour work week

Pay Range: $27.50 - $33.00 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in higher education (preferably in admissions/enrollment, registration, academic advising or related student support area), marketing, sales or other related educational support areas. Candidates with previous professional backgrounds in any of our current graduate level programs will also be considered.
• Candidates who hold experience with student information systems, customer relationship management (CRM) software(s), database management and/or basic marketing tools are preferred. Applicants without these qualifications should demonstrate an ability to adapt to technologies quickly and a desire to learn these skills through this position.
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent oral, presentation and written communication skills.
• Ability to work occasional (pre-scheduled) nights and weekends

Application Instructions

To apply for this position please go to this link, click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:

• Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
• Current resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references