Assistant Director of Admissions
Posting Number: SP005329P
Division/College: Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management
Department: UG Admissions - Recruitment
Location: Off Campus Location - S. California
Posting Context Statement:
Position Overview:
The Assistant Director for Admissions (Recruitment) implements the University of Idaho recruitment and conversion initiatives for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and will act as the primary University of Idaho contact for high schools and regional community colleges in assigned geographical areas of responsibility. In addition, the assistant director will also conduct recruiting activities in other selected areas as necessary. With a strong work ethic and understanding of enrollment cycles, the asst. dir. will assist prospective students and their parents in their transition to the University of Idaho, to include representing the University of Idaho at college nights, college fairs, tours, financial aid nights, visits to high schools and community colleges, and following up with contacts. This position is responsible for tracking and understanding the student market in the assigned region, understanding educational systems, and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of UI program, degrees, admissions requirements, and institutional data points, as well as independently managing a budget provided to them for recruitment initiatives and activities specific to their region. The assistant director is also responsible for assisting with other selected on and off-campus recruitment programs.
Required Experience:
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Compiling and analyzing information and data for reporting
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Planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing programs for large and small groups
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Composing a variety of business documents for various audiences (students, staff, school counselors, administration, etc.)
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Speaking publicly to large and small groups
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Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization
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Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators
Required Education:
Required Other:
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Ability to travel
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Ability to work nonstandard business hours which may include selected evenings and weekends to meet business needs
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Eligible for membership in admissions and enrollment based organizations
Additional Preferred:
Education:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in student counseling, education, business or public relations, or other related field
Experience:
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Experience working in an admissions office
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Experience operating audio/visual/video equipment, and computer experience
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Extensive experience in recruiting, public relations, sales, marketing, or related field
Knowledge of:
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Good knowledge of a student centered/customer service oriented philosophy.
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Knowledge of Idaho and the University of Idaho
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General knowledge about all University of Idaho programs, majors, services, their requirements, restrictions and costs
Ability to:
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Ability to learn admissions and financial aid requirements and deadlines for high school and transfer students
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Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team with a variety of people, including students, faculty, and administrators.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
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Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $70,500 or higher DOE
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:
1
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 06/22/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before July 12, 2026 will receive first consideration.
Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Applicants:
Please use your
letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position.
For resources about how to write a
letter of qualification, please visit the HR website here:
Applicant Resources – Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)
If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at:
[email protected] https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51873
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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