Director of Recruitment Events and Campus Visitations

New Haven, CT, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $48,500.00 - $72,800.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Job Description

The University of New Haven, established in 1920 on the Yale campus, is a distinguished private, coeducational university located in the vibrant shoreline city of West Haven, Connecticut. Positioned ideally between New York City and Boston, the university serves a diverse community composed of over 10,000 students from across the globe. This institution has gained recognition for academic excellence from prestigious sources such as The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report, reflecting an ongoing commitment to fostering high-quality educational experiences and inclusive campus culture. The University offers comprehensive programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels and is known... Show More

Job Requirements

A bachelor’s degree
At least 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in a university or college admissions office or proven event planning experience
Experience with Slate products, specifically CRM and events tool is preferred
Proven ability to motivate staff
Ability to achieve goals
Commitment to personalized customer service during high-volume activity
Management and supervisory experience with ability to lead a team in a changing environment
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Organizational and interpersonal skills
Willingness to incorporate new initiatives into campus events
Proactive customer service approach
Ability to multi-task in complex and varied work
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
Willingness to travel, work nights and weekends
Ability to interact with prospective students and families in various presentation settings
Knowledge of social media outlets such as X, Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook
Valid driver’s license
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 20 lbs

Job Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree
At least 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in a university or college admissions office or with proven event planning experience
Experience with Slate products, specifically CRM and events tool is preferred
Proven ability to motivate staff, achieve goals, and sustain a commitment to personalized customer service during periods of high-volume activity
Proven management/supervisory experience with ability to lead a team in a changing environment and support leadership efforts to achieve university objectives
Advanced communication skills- both oral and written
organizational and interpersonal skills including ability to work effectively in teams both as a leader and a team member
Willingness to incorporate new initiatives into campus events
A proactive customer service approach
Ability to multi-task in work that is highly complex and varied in nature
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, willingness to travel, work nights and weekends
Ability to interact with prospective students and their families in small to large presentation environments both on and off campus
Knowledge of social media outlets such as X, Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook are a plus
Valid driver’s license
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 20 lbs

Job Duties

Organize, coordinate, manage, and execute a wide variety of on-campus and virtual UG and Graduate admission events including Open Houses, Accepted Student Days, Major Specific Open Houses, Daily Information Sessions and Campus Tours, Charger Days, and other specialized visits
Serve as primary liaison with faculty, deans, food services, facilities management, external vendors, and student ambassadors to coordinate and effectively implement these events
Work with and manage a team of professional staff members and student workers to ensure visitors have a positive first experience on campus
Manage and facilitate execution of logistics for all events including facility reservations, room reservations, contract negotiations, menu selection, A/V service, and facility set-ups
Manage allocated budgets for individual events and programs to ensure financially efficient use of funding while providing the highest quality experience for all prospective students and families
Maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for all on-campus recruiting events
Provide administrative support as needed including coordinating and scheduling meetings with current students, faculty, and staff, contacting and confirming speakers and alumni, and assisting in delegation of duties to appropriate staff and offices
Engage in recruiting, training, supervising, and scheduling student tour guides for all campus-based programming
Oversee the organization and execution of group and VIP tours
Maintain working knowledge of the admissions process, athletics, financial aid, residential life, student affairs, student success, and other university operations
Collaborate with the heads of undergraduate and graduate admissions, and marketing to develop and produce high-quality invitations, web pages dedicated to specific events, online registration forms, and supporting materials
Manage CRM-related tasks including event management tools, QR code usage for event check-in, and ensure a high functioning event communication plan for prospective and accepted students and families
Develop an evaluation/assessment plan and follow-up action plan for all campus events
Prepare reports to show the impact of campus visitation programs focusing on yield and quality service components
Perform other duties as necessary to meet enrollment goals and mission of the University as deemed by AVP of Enrollment & Campus Visit Experiences, and VP for Enrollment & Student Success
Occasionally conduct information sessions for prospective students and families
Cover conflicts for college fairs and high school visits when necessary

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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