Assistant Dean of AdmissionAdmission

Description

Position Summary: The Assistant Dean of Admission plays a critical leadership role within the Admission team by managing recruitment strategies, overseeing key initiatives, and directly contributing to the college's enrollment goals. This position includes extensive territory management, team leadership, and strategic planning, as well as cultivating relationships with prospective students, families, counselors, and community partners to promote Gustavus Adolphus College's mission and offerings.

Employment Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Benefits-Eligible, Exempt (Salaried)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Strategic Recruitment and Territory Management

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive recruitment strategies for assigned territories to meet institutional enrollment goals.
• Represent Gustavus at high schools, college fairs, community events, and forums through public presentations and one-on-one interactions.
• Oversee recruitment initiatives for key populations, such as first-generation students, underrepresented groups, and transfer students.
• Build strong relationships with school counselors, community organizations, and other influential partners to expand the college’s reputation and student pipeline.

Prospective Student Engagement 

• Conduct interviews with prospective students (on-campus, off-campus, and virtual) and provide timely follow-up with students, families, and counselors.
• Present Gustavus, including the admission and financial aid processes, at campus events, information sessions, and virtual platforms.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for families navigating the admission process, including detailed communication about financial aid decisions.
• Collaborate with the Visit/Events team to enhance the campus visit experience and increase engagement at signature events such as Fall Visit Days, Minnesota Private College Week, and Meet Gustavus.

Admission Leadership and Team Development

• Provide mentorship, guidance, and training for admission counselors and student workers to ensure professional growth and success.
• Assist in onboarding new staff members and conducting ongoing professional development programs, including systems use and recruitment best practices.
• Lead or contribute to special projects that advance the effectiveness and efficiency of the admission team.

Application Review and Decision-Making

• Oversee the application review process for assigned territories, ensuring fair, thorough, and efficient evaluations.
• Render admission decisions in collaboration with the Dean of Admission and VP of Enrollment Management.
• Interview and evaluate students appealing their admission decisions, providing thoughtful recommendations to leadership.

Institutional Collaboration and Representation

• Serve as a liaison between the Admission Office and internal campus partners, contributing to campus committees and initiatives that align with institutional priorities.
• Support alumni events and community engagement efforts, serving as an ambassador of the college in key markets, including the Twin Cities and beyond.
• Represent Gustavus at professional conferences (e.g., MACAC, NACAC) and stay current with trends and best practices in college admissions.

Data Management and Strategic Planning

• Analyze recruitment and enrollment data to inform territory strategies, team priorities, and decision-making processes.
• Contribute to the development of long-term recruitment plans and enrollment forecasts, advising leadership on emerging opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of recruitment interactions, application decisions, and key performance indicators.

Campus Engagement

• Actively participate in campus life by attending and supporting events such as concerts, plays, athletic competitions, chapel services, and other college programs.
• All other duties as assigned.