Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions

Position Summary :

The Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions will, under limited supervision, serve as a Recruiter and Counselor in the Office of Admissions.

This role will also provide counseling to transfer students on the college admissions process, present the benefits of educational opportunities and student life, and actively contribute to department goals for achieving annual institutional enrollment objectives through individual performance and teamwork.

Major Duties & Responsibilities :

• Management of recruitment territory including : data analysis, travel planning, identifying feeder schools and markets, planning business trips, achieving application and enrollment related goals.
• Provides customer service to prospective students, families, and the public in general.
• Responds to all inquiries in a professional and timely manner including phone, email, and mail.
• Meets application and enrollment related goals for assigned markets.
• Conducts 12 - 16 weeks of travel to community colleges, college fairs, and other special events.
• Interviews prospective students and records detailed notes in data management system.
• Reviews applications for admission to the College, including completing credential reviews for all transfer students.
• Makes presentations to groups of prospective students.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of on- and off-campus Admissions events.
• Builds relationships with transfer Counselors utilizing various methods including community college visits, letters, emails, and phone contact.
• Attends and participates in weekly staff meetings.
• Works closely with current students, staff, administration, faculty, and alumni.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Communicates clearly and concisely with interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrates a positive work ethic.
• Observe schedules and meet assignment deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and within teams to actively manage an applicant pool.
• Proficient computer skills, including CRM and database management systems and all Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with small, private college environment.
• Exhibits working knowledge of the College policies and procedures, including information contained in the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences catalog.

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in related fields required, including, but not limited to : higher education, business, sales, marketing, and counseling.

Physical Demands :

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
• and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand;

walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Additional Information :

This position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this particular role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and / or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed full-time on-site.

Standard work hours are from 8 : 30 AM - 4 : 30 PM EST, Monday through Friday. The position requires 12-16 weeks of travel in and around the Capital Region, depending on the needs of the College.

Additional details pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits :

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time.

Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.

ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.