Asst Director, Regional

The Regional Assistant Director of Admissions will serve as an ambassador for Temple University to prospective students, families, counselors, community-based organizations and other key education stakeholders. The incumbent will be primarily responsible for promoting Temple and the City of Philadelphia as a college destination for students from outside Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will be based in the midwestern US and recruit within specifically designated areas in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and parts of Ohio. This position will travel heavily to conduct outreach and recruitment initiatives aimed at cultivating interest in Temple. The Assistant Director will give presentations, speak in front of large and small audiences, meet regularly with counselors, host receptions, staff college fairs, and conduct workshops and programming directly related to the admission and financial aid process. The incumbent will conduct extensive follow-up communication with students and families who have expressed interest in Temple. The Assistant Director will participate fully in the evaluation and selection process of first year candidates for admission. The incumbent will read applications and make decisions on a large volume of admission candidates. The incumbent will be required to travel to Temple’s main campus in Philadelphia 2-3 times a year. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Employment at Temple University means much more than a competitive salary.  Temple strives to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusivity and provide employees with opportunities for growth and advancement.  You will enjoy a collaborative working environment that values innovation and creativity.  Our health and wellness benefits are among the best in the region, and our retirement savings plans allow you to plan for the future.  Temple University offers many opportunities for employees to enhance skills, gain new perspectives and grow professionally.  For example, you can earn your bachelor’s degree or an advanced degree through our tuition remission benefit or develop your management and leadership skills in one of our HR Learning and Development’s academies.  Temple University employees also enjoy recreational, entertainment, and cultural activities both on campus and throughout the Philadelphia region. 
 
Visit https://careers.temple.edu/careers-temple to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University.

Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree and three years of directly related admissions, enrollment management, or recruiting experience in a higher education environment. Experience speaking in front of large and small groups, as in delivering information sessions, lectures, or speaking at industry-specific conferences. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills & Abilities:
* Demonstrated interest in working with high school students, parents, counselors and community-based organizations about the college admission and/or financial aid process.
* Ability to travel extensively throughout a geographic region in the United States (valid driver’s license required).
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, along with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of students, parents, staff and faculty.
* Excellent organization and time management skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality with student records.
* Ability to lift boxes of promotional material of approximately 20 pounds. 
* Demonstrated ability to utilize an electronic student information system.
* Ability to work nights and/or weekends, as needed.

This position requires a background check.
This position requires Child Abuse Certifications prior to the commencement of service.

Please note this position will temporarily work remotely, the duration of remote work will be at the discretion of Temple University and the department.

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.

In accordance with the City of Philadelphia’s COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.  An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University’s vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved.  For more information, visit the University’s Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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