Dartmouth College

Position Information

Posting date05/29/2025

Closing date

Open Until FilledYes

Position Number1011362

Position TitleSenior Assistant Director of Admissions

Hiring Range Minimum$63,800

Hiring Range Maximum$79,700

Union TypeNot a Union Position

SEIU LevelNot an SEIU Position

FLSA StatusExempt

Employment CategoryRegular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year12

Scheduled Hours per Week40

Schedule

Location of PositionHanover, NH

McNutt Hall

Remote Work Eligibility?Onsite only

Is this a term position?No

If yes, length of term in months.n/a

Is this a grant funded position?No

Position PurposeAs a full, public-facing representative of Dartmouth College and admissions officer, the Senior Assistant Director of Admissions performs a wide range of admissions duties, including management of a designated recruitment territory, acting as the Dartmouth liaison to guidance counselors and prospective applicants from the territory, traveling to high schools to attract qualified students, reviewing and assessing applications, conducting group information sessions, and supporting the administrative portfolio of a senior admission officer in one of our administrative areas, as assigned: access, campus programming, communications, recruitment and analytics.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs ExpBachelor's degree

• Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
• Four years of professional experience as an admissions officer in selective college admissions or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a liberal arts discipline or the equivalent.
• Ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative research and the ability to interpret, summarize, and present outcomes.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with varied and diverse constituencies including admission office colleagues, students, parents, coaches, alumni, faculty, secondary school personnel, and related community agencies.
• Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills as well as confidence and clarity in public speaking.
• Facility with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and related database and word processing applications.
• Exceptional planning, time management and organization skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Strong sense of judgment and discretion at all times.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Dartmouth driver certification.
• Significant out of town travel as well as evening and weekend commitments are required.
• Preferred QualificationsProficiency in Spanish or Chinese is a plus.

Department Contact for Recruitment InquiriesFaith Goodness

Department Contact Phone Number603-646-3015

Department Contact for Cover Letter and TitleIsabel Bober, Senior Associate Director

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity EmployerDartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background CheckEmployment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?Yes

Special Instructions to ApplicantsDartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Quick Linkhttps://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79016

Key Accountabilities

DescriptionNote: Employment will be contingent upon possession of a valid U.S. or Canadian driver’s license and continued qualification as an Approved Driver under the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.

Percentage Of Time

DescriptionAdmissions Officer: Develops the marketing strategy to promote Dartmouth and increase its visibility in the designated region; completes 4-6 weeks of recruitment travel each year. Independently interprets Dartmouth admission policies, as set by the vice provost/dean, in a most-subjective holistic evaluation process. Assesses and documents academic and personal credentials of applicants in a detailed reading process. Reads and evaluates approximately 1,200 applications for undergraduate admission per year; serves as a full-voting member of the selection committee. Conducts on-campus information sessions to prospective applicants/parents/guidance counselors. Acts as an optimistic and competent agent for change in a high-volume, high-stress environment; initiates new strategies for administrative success and efficiency; develops relationships on campus and in the community to accomplish these goals.

Percentage Of Time60%

DescriptionCommunication: Conducts group information sessions for applicants and parents on campus and on the road. Communicates regularly with administrators, coaches, students, parents, guidance counselors, faculty and alumni regarding policies and decisions. Develops informative, in-person and internet-based relationships with prospective students. Provides professional guidance to applicants, parents and guidance counselors about preparing for the admissions process in general and the admissions requirements for Dartmouth in particular.

Percentage Of Time40%

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned

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Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Additional Document #1
2. Additional Document #2

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