Assistant Director, Mid-Atlantic Regional Representative

The University of Iowa Office of Admissions is hiring a dedicated Assistant Director, Mid-Atlantic Regional Representative. (100% appointment)

The Mid-Atlantic Regional Representative will be responsible for managing admissions, recruitment, and outreach activities in the Mid-Atlantic region for the University of Iowa. Primary travel responsibilities will be in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C metro area with additional travel possible to meet recruiting needs. Working closely with senior admission team members, this position plans and executes strategies to meet enrollment goals while serving prospective students through the college search process. The required location for the incumbent home office is New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania. They will also have the opportunity to:

Build relationships with prospective students and families, high school counselors, community-based organization leaders, independent college counselors and others involved in the college search process while also cultivating an active network of local alumni to leverage in recruitment activities

Utilize data tools to actively monitor territory analytics, provide reports and activity updates, and recommend appropriate strategies and tactics to achieve enrollment goals.

Participate in Mid-Atlantic Regional Counselor Association (MARCA), Regional ACAC Association, and Big Ten Academic Alliance organizations.

Assist in the planning and execution of student transition programs as needed.

And more!

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About the Department: The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is dedicated to assisting and supporting prospective, new and current undergraduate students through services such as information sharing, campus visits, admission application and liaising with academic areas, financial aid, student life and advisors. We welcome working with future students, admitted students, parents, families and counselors alike. We believe the University of Iowa will prepare you, challenge you, and change you and you will change the world.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

A minimum of three years of experience in admissions related work (may include undergraduate experience).

Must live in the New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania area and be free to travel extensively. Overnight travel, evening, and weekend work.

The ability to move boxes and materials up to 40 lbs.

A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the University Driving Policy requirements.

Competencies Required:

Demonstrates a working proficiency level in the following competencies:

Preparing and delivering effective presentations

Managing multiple tasks and projects with autonomy, decision-making, and time organization.

Ability to apply various communications techniques to accommodate a variety of audiences and balance multiple perspectives, including effective listening skills.

Demonstrates an extensive proficiency level in the following competencies:

Ability to analyze data and/or situations fully and accurately to reach productive decisions.

Ability to establish and build healthy working relationships and partnerships with colleagues within and external to own unit

Desirable Qualifications:

Master’s degree.

5 years’ experience working in an admissions related field.

Experience working as a regional admissions representative is highly desired.

Experience managing a recruitment territory and achieving enrollment goals is highly desired.

Knowledge of the nature, goals and objectives, and operational aspects of a college or university.

To Apply:

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must upload BOTH of the following and mark them each as a “Relevant File” to the job submission:

a current resume

a cover letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the process.

Work Modality: This position is eligible for remote work and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location. The required location for the incumbent home office is New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania.

Compensation: $58,000 to commensurate with Competitive Benefits

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