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Associate Director of Admission

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

401(k)
Dental Insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Saint Michael's College is a distinguished private liberal arts college located in Vermont, known for its commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and fostering student success. With a strong emphasis on inclusive education and ethical leadership, the College prides itself on providing a welcoming and supportive environment for a diverse student body. Saint Michael's College embraces its Catholic heritage while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, preparing students not only for professional success but also for meaningful contributions to society. The institution offers a variety of undergraduate programs and is actively involved in continuous improvement and strategic growth in response to changing educational landscapes.

The Associate Director of Admission at Saint Michael's College plays a critical leadership role within the Admission department, joining an experienced Admission Leadership Team dedicated to enhancing enrollment strategies and ensuring operational excellence. This full-time position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually and requires a dynamic, experienced professional ready to lead, innovate, and collaborate in a fast-paced, student-centered environment. The Associate Director is responsible for overseeing a team of admission counselors, developing and maintaining training programs, and ensuring consistency in recruitment and application review processes. The role supports the College's mission by promoting ethical, inclusive, and equitable enrollment practices, managing resources responsibly, and maintaining data integrity and compliance. The Associate Director also represents Saint Michael's College at events and professional associations, contributing to recruitment planning, market analysis, and the effective use of CRM technologies like Slate.

This position demands a strategic thinker who thrives in operational leadership, is adept at managing multiple responsibilities, and is passionate about student outreach and support throughout the admissions journey. Responsibilities include supervising staff, leading recruitment initiatives, overseeing the application review process, and implementing continuous improvements for efficiency and impact. The individual must possess excellent communication skills, be comfortable with data-driven decision-making, and demonstrate a commitment to fostering a collaborative, positive team culture. Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work times are required to align with recruitment events and institutional priorities.

Saint Michael's College values a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates who may not meet every listed qualification but who demonstrate the capacity to contribute meaningfully to the College community. As an equal opportunity employer, the College is committed to equitable hiring practices, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, and access to various campus facilities and programs designed to support employee well-being and professional growth.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ years of work experience in college admission or related field
  • demonstrated experience in supervising, training, or managing staff
  • experience with enrollment strategy, data analysis, or admissions systems strongly preferred
  • exhibits highly effective and compelling written, oral, and presentation skills
  • reads and interprets a wide range of information
  • familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • Slate Technolutions experience highly desirable

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5+ years of work experience in college admission or related field
  • demonstrated experience in supervising, training, or managing staff
  • experience with enrollment strategy, data analysis, or admissions systems strongly preferred
  • exhibits highly effective and compelling written, oral, and presentation skills
  • reads and interprets a wide range of information
  • familiarity with Microsoft Office products
  • Slate Technolutions experience highly desirable

Job Duties

  • Lead and supervise admission counselors including onboarding, training, performance management, and professional development
  • develop and maintain training programs to ensure consistent recruitment practices and application review standards
  • support a positive, accountable team culture and serve as operational lead in the Director’s absence
  • represent the College at events and professional associations in alignment with its mission and values
  • manage resources responsibly including accurate expense tracking and sound financial judgment
  • ensure data compliance, confidentiality, and integrity across admissions operations
  • promote diversity, equity, and inclusion while supporting the College’s mission and Catholic heritage
  • contribute to territory strategy, recruitment planning, and market analysis
  • support and implement recruitment travel strategies and prepare counselors for territory management
  • manage a limited territory or specialty population as assigned
  • participate in recruitment travel, outreach, and admissions events
  • guide students and families through the admissions process, especially complex cases
  • utilize CRM Slate to track activity, ensure data accuracy, and support data-driven decisions
  • assist with planning and execution of admissions events
  • oversee consistent and equitable application review processes
  • review applications and make admission decisions for assigned populations
  • collaborate on refining admissions criteria and evaluation rubrics
  • train counselors on application review standards and best practices
  • monitor workflow to ensure timely processing of applications
  • serve as Slate CRM super user and support system optimization and reporting
  • identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and effectiveness
  • analyze data to inform recruitment strategies and assess outreach results
  • stay current on admissions trends and industry best practices
  • participate in institutional committees and support broader college initiatives

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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