Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Tuition Assistance
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off
Job Description
The University of New Haven, established in 1920 on the Yale campus, is a distinguished private, coeducational institution recognized nationally for academic excellence by prestigious rankings such as The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. Nestled between the metropolitan hubs of New York City and Boston in the vibrant shoreline city of West Haven, the University offers a dynamic and diverse environment with nearly 9,000 students representing a broad spectrum of global communities. Comprising five colleges, the University provides a transformative, career-focused education that spans liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety, and public service.... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Experience in admissions, event planning, higher education, or a related field
- Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse populations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Experience with CRM systems especially Slate preferred
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in support of event setup and travel responsibilities
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Demonstrated commitment to enrolling and supporting a diverse student body
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience in admissions, event planning, higher education, or a related field
- Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with diverse populations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Experience with CRM systems especially Slate preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Demonstrated commitment to enrolling and supporting a diverse student body
Job Duties
- Collaborate with the events team, admissions staff, and campus stakeholders to achieve recruitment and enrollment objectives
- Plan and implement a wide range of in-person, virtual, and off-campus recruitment events including undergraduate and graduate open houses, daily information sessions, accepted student days, charger days, virtual webinars and information sessions, off-campus receptions and special visits
- Assist in the supervision and support of the charger ambassador student staff, ensuring a professional and welcoming campus experience
- Represent the University by leading engaging on-campus, off-campus, and virtual information sessions for prospective students and families
- Contribute to the development of event-related communications and respond promptly to prospective student and family inquiries
- Partner with the enrollment communications team on event invitations and related promotional materials
- Coordinate event set-up and communication workflows within the CRM system (Slate), including registration confirmations and post-event follow-up
- Maintain and update event content on the admissions website and oversee updates to the University’s virtual tour platform
- Serve as a liaison with faculty and campus departments to coordinate event logistics
- Make follow-up calls to prospective students and families to confirm event attendance
- Remain well-versed in both undergraduate and graduate academic offerings
- Travel locally and regionally to represent the University at college fairs, high school visits, and other recruitment events as needed
- Ensure data privacy and accuracy for all prospective student information
- Provide general office support as needed to ensure smooth daily operations and customer service
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s and Admissions Office’s mission
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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