Administrative Coordinator of Graduate Admissions and Student Success

The Administrative Coordinator for Graduate Admissions and Student Success reports to the Dean of the School of Nursing and Allied Health (SNAH). This position performs significant administrative functions to accomplish recruiting and admissions objectives for SNAH programs to assure optimal prospective student experience and compliance with all University and accreditation policies. The Administrative Coordinator participates in aspects of admissions work including, but not limited to, recruitment, marketing, and evaluating candidates for the SNAH, as well as providing support for various student activities and maintenance of student records.

The Administrative Coordinator participates in evaluation of the credentials and learning potential of applicants seeking admissions, makes judgments within established procedural guidelines as to whether the applicant and University represent a good match; travels locally for college visits and recruitment initiatives; conducts student interviews; manages inquiries, maintains correspondence with prospects, and collects/organizes student records. The Administrative Coordinator also participates in aspects of student success services including coordinating student services between the SNAH and the University, participating in providing student financial aid information, and review of qualifying forms for student aid.

This position also provides advanced and diversified administrative support to the Dean and the members of the SNAH leadership team. The incumbent is expected to work independently without direct supervision, and collaboratively, on day-to-day tasks and special short- and long-term projects and assume a leadership role in carrying out such projects.

This position is required to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and private information and an internal and external customer-service focus while carrying out job responsibilities and will conduct business in a manner that will uphold the integrity and reputation of Fairleigh Dickinson University. This position maintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to the policies, regulations, and procedures of the University.

• Associate degree in a work-related field required with substantive administrative work experience in an office environment.

• Experience in budget management with the ability to perform analysis of financial and budgetary data preferred.

• Experience with social media such as Facebook, Twitter, You Tube, Linked In, etc., and an understanding of how they may be applied to marketing and student affairs initiatives.

• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with proficiency in written and spoken English; pleasant and competent telephone manner.

• Proficiency with computerized data management, spreadsheet, and word processing systems. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, internet, and e-mail. Familiarity with DATATEL a plus.

• Well organized, independent, and collaborative in carrying out responsibilities Ability to perform daily tasks and manage routine operations within established procedural guidelines. Must be self-motivated, punctual, able to take initiative and use creativity.

• Ability to research, review and evaluate data and compile correspondence, reports, and other material independently

• Must be capable of prioritizing a wide variety of tasks and assignments without close supervision, while maintaining professionalism and a high level of accuracy. Ability to complete but not originate complex projects and assignments.

• Ability to manage sensitive issues with decorum and confidentiality.

• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Hours Worked: 35