Assistant Director, Transfer Admissions

Company: New York Institute of Technology
Location: Old Westbury
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

OverviewNew York Institute of Technology's six schools and colleges offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in in-demand disciplines including computer science, data science, and cybersecurity; biology, health professions, and medicine; architecture and design; engineering; IT and digital technologies; management; and energy and sustainability. A nonprofit, independent, private, and nonsectarian institute of higher education founded in 1955, it welcomes nearly 8,000 students worldwide.The university has campuses in New York City and Long Island, New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as programs around the world. Nearly 110,000 alumni are part of an engaged network of physicians, architects, scientists, engineers, business leaders, digital artists, and healthcare professionals. Together, the universitys community of doers, makers, healers, and innovators empowers graduates to change the world, solve 21st-century challenges, and reinvent the future. -For more information, visit nyit.edu. -Reporting to the Associate Director of Transfer Admissions, this position is based at our Old Westbury Campus and maybe a hybrid role in accordance with New York Techs Remote Work Policy. -ResponsibilitiesThe Assistant Director will report to the Associate Director of Transfer Admissions. He/she will be responsible for the recruitment of undergraduate transfer students to New York Tech in order to meet enrollment goals. Specific recruitment territories will be assigned by the direct supervisor. Recruitment responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Assist in the creation and execution of a strategic transfer enrollment management plan which includes:
  • Analyzing and using data to develop a recruitment strategy for assigned
  • Participating in virtual and in-person visits to community colleges and other recruitment events
  • Coordinating in-person and virtual information sessions/meetings with community college Transfer Out counselors in designated recruitment territory.
  • Providing prospective students with information about transferring to New York Tech (including how the transfer credit process works as well as clearly explaining financial aid and scholarship opportunities) and collecting inquiry and application information;
  • Reviewing applications and academic documents to render admission decisions;
  • Assist in transfer credit evaluations including the use of TES (Transfer Equivalency System);
  • Conducting outreach to students via direct calling, written, and email campaigns
  • Participate in and support New York Tech on-campus and virtual events including first-year, transfer, and graduate events as needed. These include multiple weekend open houses and admitted student events throughout the academic year.
  • Maintaining a schedule for and conducting one-on-one virtual appointments with students.Additional responsibilities include:
    • Providing initial academic direction to transfer students by reinforcing the next steps for registration/enrollment
    • Assisting in the development of creative initiatives that help support the growth of transfer enrollment (i.e.- marketing/social media ideas, event ideas, )
    • Developing a functional knowledge of other admissions areas (i.e.- International, First Year, & Graduate) through participation in cross training events for the purposes of attending events, reading files and communicating with potential students, if necessary.
    • Collaboration with internal departments including Academics, Student Engagement, etc.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
    • This position will require evening and weekend work as well as travel to recruitment events and travel to other New York Tech campuses. (A valid drivers license is required) -
      • Opportunities
      • Increase knowledge of the transfer/higher education landscape through membership in transfer specific professional associations.
      • Submit presentation ideas for conferences hosted by professional associations.
      • Cultivate and develop positive relationships with faculty, and staff by acting as a transfer liaison.Qualifications - -
        • A Bachelors degree is required; at least one year of Admissions or higher ed experience is preferred. -
          • Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and prioritizing skills.
            • Attention to detail is integral.
              • Must be able to work collaboratively and independently.
                • Must have knowledge of Microsoft Suite. Knowledge of Peoplesoft or other student - information system is preferred. - -New York Institute of Technology offers numerous opportunities to enhance personal and -professional growth and provides employees with a competitive compensation and benefits program inclusive of -generous paid time off, holidays, tuition remission, and retirement plans with employer contributions. - -New York Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity - -The health and safety of our community is the highest priority. -As such, New York Institute of Technology is requiring all newly hired employees to be fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Requests for reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable law.Other InformationIn compliance with local legislation as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, the annual base salary range for this position is listed. New York Tech considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience/expertise, education/training, key skills, geographic location, internal peer equity as well as market, organizational considerations and/or applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer. Minimum SalaryUSD $58,500.00/Yr.Maximum SalaryUSD $61,000.00/Yr.

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