Assistant Director, Admissions & Recruitment

05/21/2024

Yes

1128854

Assistant Director, Admissions & Recruitment

Admissions & Marketing Health Science Education

$71,700

$89,600

Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

Hanover, NH

Hybrid

No

NA

No

Manages the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of outstanding students to the Geisel School of Medicine’s Health Science programs.

Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education, marketing, advertising, or business communications.
• 3-5 years of experience, preferably in higher education admissions.
• Knowledge of educational programming, undergraduate student affairs, and/or project management gained through a liberal arts or business degree
• Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills as well as confidence and clarity in public speaking.
• Able to build strong relationships within Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth and with partner institutions, including officials at other colleges and universities, recruiters, and corporate sponsors.
• Effective decision-making skills based on analysis, experience, and judgment.
• Able to travel and work some evening and weekend commitments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality on various sensitive information and materials.
• Proficient in using CRM applications and other technology resources (e.g., Slate, Handshake) to achieve goals. Strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Commitment to support, contribute to and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty and fellow professionals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of team, remains calm under pressure, and responds positively to change.
• Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.
• Proficiency with MS Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Master’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of public health systems and careers.
• Optimism, high energy and a sense of humor are valuable assets.
• Evidence of a collaborative style in a project-based setting.

Andrea L Wright

Andrea.L.Wright@dartmouth.edu

Amanda Williams, Associate Director of Admissions and Operations

Amanda.R.Williams@dartmouth.edu

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Not an essential function

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Student Recruitment

• Effectively communicates the value proposition (verbally and in writing) of the Geisel Health Sciences programs in various situations, including conversations and emails with individuals or small groups.
• Develops and delivers in-person, virtual, and hybrid recruitment events, including group presentations at partner institutions and hosting tabling sessions at school fairs.
• Oversees on-campus events for prospective and admitted students.
• In conjunction with the Admissions Manager, plans and executes recruitment events.

35%

Admissions

• Independently evaluates applicant files for interviews and conducts applicant interviews.
• Organizes and manages the admissions and interview committee members.
• Makes recommendations for and participates in decision-making on admission and scholarship awards.
• Independently administers admissions business operations and systems in Slate.
• Creates and maintains reports needed to analyze candidate pool data and direct future recruiting efforts toward admissions and enrollment priorities.

60%

Partnership Development

• Sources, forms, and strengthens partnerships with undergraduate programs and institutional partners to grow the pool of prospective students and achieve enrollment targets.
• Recruits and trains alumni and current students to be ambassadors for the program.
• Partners with others across Dartmouth to leverage contacts and identify opportunities to promote the program.

5%

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.