Assistant​/Associate Director of Admissions; Rosslyn), Darden School of Business

The University of Virginia Darden School of Business seeks an Assistant/Associate Director of Admissions to join its Admissions team.

With strong momentum in the residential MBA, Part‑Time MBA, and executive MBA formats, this position joins Darden at an exciting time.

• Evaluating applications – Reading and evaluating applications for admission into the Darden School of Business.
• Recruiting/Travel – Represent Darden at alumni and prospective student events, MBA forums/fairs, and other events, including yield events both domestically and internationally.
• Interviewing – Interview prospective students on campus and by Zoom.
• Alumni Relations – Serve as liaison to the alumni base and coordinate their involvement with recruitment and yield efforts.

• For Assistant Director – Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in student services functions or a total of eight years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• For Associate Director – Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of experience in student services functions or a total of ten years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 2 years’ admissions experience at a high‑quality higher education institution, or an equivalent relevant recruiting, student services or HR/talent experience in a top corporation or preeminent boarding school preferred.
• MBA/Master’s degree preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Displays a service‑oriented approach.
• Strong technical skills, with experience in a CRM‑based function;
  Slate experience preferred.
• Awareness of the needs and concerns of a selective MBA program.
• High level of emotional intelligence, empathy, integrity, responsiveness, and collaborative ability.
• Ability to engender trust among internal stakeholders and stakeholders across campus.
• Ability to take initiatives and execute high quality actions using judgment and discretion.
• Global awareness and understanding.
• Belief in the mission of Darden and UVA, and a student‑centered mindset.
• Displays poise and tact to relate with people and sensitive issues.
• Attention to detail, ability to follow through on commitments.
• High energy and an ability to make compelling presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to interview potential applicants.
• Willingness to travel as necessary; position requires some evening and weekend work, as well as domestic and international travel.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt‑level, benefited position. The position is based in Rosslyn, VA, with on‑site presence required.

• Background check will be conducted on all new hires prior to hire.
• This position will not sponsor applications for immigration now or in the future.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.