The Senior Assistant Director, Admissions, will possess knowledge of effective and innovative recruiting methods consistent with the College’s overall enrollment strategy and skills to implement a comprehensive recruitment plan. The Senior Assistant Director, Admissions supports the recruitment and enrollment of traditional, post-traditional and dual enrollment students entering the College and establishes and maintains relationships with high school partners (e.g., principals, guidance counselors), internal partners (e.g., faculty, Academic Deans), community-based organizations and other identified organizations within a specific territory to recruit and enroll new and readmitted students. This position will serve as the lead admissions representative for Chester County and will utilize available data to identify target groups of prospects and identify trends in enrollment to influence positive outcomes. Under the guidance of the Director of Admissions and in alignment with the strategic vision and enrollment priorities of the College and the Division, the Senior Assistant Director assigned to Chester County will work collaboratively with Chester County Branch location(s) to co-lead admissions-related events and initiatives. The Senior Assistant Director will also coordinate and oversee the recruitment efforts for special initiatives within Chester County. This position will use the College’s CRM and other technologies to track and communicate to prospective and admitted students through the enrollment funnel.
Travel to various Delaware, Chester and Philadelphia County locations to visit school locations, attend events, meetings, programs, and community organizations.
Flexibility to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends, is required.
Position is open until filled.
Experience and Education
Minimum Experience: 3+ years of demonstrated successful college recruiting and admissions experience
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a related field of study or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Certification/Licensure: Valid Motor Vehicle Drivers’ License
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Understanding of Delaware County Community College’s mission, goals, and objectives and ability to work independently and in a team environment, demonstrating initiative and commitment to student success.
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Broad knowledge of College services and programs, in-depth information regarding enrollment services, and ability to identify available resources to effectively serve students, parents and members of the community at the College.
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Ability to sell students on the College, serve as an ambassador for the College, and ability to communicate well with families on complicated matters such as financial aid.
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Strong interpersonal and communication savvy to engage with and meet the needs of a wide range of diverse stakeholders, to include strong student-centered customer service approaches.
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Ability to effectively adapt, be flexible, and manage change when faced with new systems and approaches as we continually strive to meet recruitment goals.
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Strong organization skills; including planning, organizing, prioritizing and using time efficiently and effectively.
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Proficiency with various software and web-based applications, email, word processing, spreadsheet, databases, Microsoft Office applications, and College systems such as Target X/Salesforce, Element451, Banner, delaGATE, and WIKI;
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Ability to effectively work as part of a larger team, cooperate, and be supportive of one another in alignment with both department objectives and larger college-wide goals.
Background Clearances: Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background History, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance); Verification of educational credentials
DCCC offers a great competitive salary, with an outstanding benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug for all benefit eligible employees; College Paid Disability and Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plans (5% Employee Mandatory Contribution and a 10% Match by the College); Generous PTO, Holiday and Winter Break Schedule; Tuition Waiver & Tuition Reimbursement; and a Four (4) Day Work Week Each Summer; Professional Development Opportunities; and a Supportive Work/Life Balance Campus Environment. (Temporary and Grant-funded employees are not eligible for tuition reimbursement unless the specific grant supports such funding for these purposes.)
For immediate consideration, interested candidates can apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/dccc
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
DCCC fosters a work environment and a learning community focused on student success by delivering quality, affordable, and responsive educational opportunities in a technologically rich and supportive environment. We celebrate differences and commit to an “open door” policy for individuals with varying levels of knowledge, skills, experiences, and needs. By embracing diverse collegial perspectives, we seek to make inclusivity, teamwork, and respect the foundation for our students to reach their academic goals and for staff to thrive professionally. DCCC is an equal employment opportunity employer, valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
