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Assistant Director, UG Admissions- A00393

  • Dobbs Ferry, NY, New York, United States
  • Staff Full-time
  • $47,320- $59,150 annually
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Mercy College seeks an Assistant Director of Recruitment. This is a highly visible position responsible for increasing awareness and building enthusiasm for Mercy College through student recruitment initiatives, outreach and communication, and specialized events. The Assistant Director develops partnerships with high schools, counselors, and local college preparatory organizations as well as manages a team of recruiters responsible for freshmen admissions. The Assistant Director oversees the daily operations of the Dobbs Ferry campus freshmen team including the recruitment calendar, campus tours, schedules, etc. The Assistant Director generates inquiries from prospective students that convert to enrolled students. 70% on road recruitment activities. While generating interest and excitement for the Mercy College experience, this position will focus on recruitment efforts for the territories that the Dobbs Ferry recruitment team are responsible for.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Recruitment: Represent Mercy College at recruitment events, college fairs, high schools, and community outreach programs to attract potential students and promote the institution's academic offerings and benefits
  • Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with high school counselors, community organizations, and other stakeholders to foster partnerships and increase awareness of Mercy College
  • Information Sessions: Conduct engaging information sessions for prospective students and their families to provide comprehensive insights into the college's academic programs, support services, and campus life
  • Advisement: Offer guidance and assistance to prospective students throughout the admission process, ensuring they have access to all necessary resources and information
  • Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student inquiries, applications, and admissions-related data using the college's student information systems and CRM tools
  • Event Planning: Assist in planning and executing admission-related events, such as open houses, admitted student days, and orientation programs
  • Financial Aid: Collaborate with the financial aid office to provide information on available scholarships, grants, and other financial assistance programs to prospective students
  • Enrollment Goals: Contribute to the achievement of enrollment goals by actively participating in the strategic planning and execution of admission initiatives


Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, written and oral communication, problem solving, coaching, organizational, and presentation skills
• Strong and inspirational communication skills, vibrant personality, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills are essential
• Oversee daily operations for a staff
• Demonstrated evidence of sales orientation, creativity and enthusiasm
• Possess an abundance of enthusiasm and maintain a positive disposition
• Ability to demonstrate competitive nature, self-direction, motivation and a sense of urgency to achieve goals
• Proven resiliency in maintaining a spirited approach to recruitment
• -Computer proficiency in MS Office and Outlook required and ability to learn new software.
• Ability to travel on a daily basis and work weekends and evenings

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Assistant Director, UG Admissions- A00393
Mercy College seeks an Assistant Director of Recruitment. This is a highly visible position responsible for increasing awareness and building enthusiasm for Mercy College through student recruitment initiatives, outreach and communication, and specialized events. The Assistant Director develops partnerships with high schools, counselors, and local college preparatory organizations as well as manages a team of recruiters responsible for freshmen admissions. The Assistant Director oversees the daily operations of the Dobbs Ferry campus freshmen team including the recruitment calendar, campus tours, schedules, etc. The Assistant Director generates inquiries from prospective students that convert to enrolled students. 70% on road recruitment activities. While generating interest and excitement for the Mercy College experience, this position will focus on recruitment efforts for the territories that the Dobbs Ferry recruitment team are responsible for.

About Mercy 

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.  

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. 

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. 

 

Our Mission: 

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

 

Benefits Eligible: 

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

 

EEO Statement 

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

 

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Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.