Assistant Dean of Admissions

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range $115,000 - $130,000

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

FLSA Status Exempt

Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type Full-time

The Assistant Dean of Admissions is a Senior leader of the dean’s leadership team. This position will work closely with the Dean and will have leadership responsibilities for various areas including Student Relationship Management ( SRM ) and Communications, the Campus Visit Experience, and management of our regional admissions staff. The Assistant Dean will play a critical role in developing the Office of Admissions Strategic Plan, preparing annual reports, and representing the University to various constituents;

prospective students and parents, counselors, alumni, agencies, vendors and other professional organizations. The Assistant Dean will also be expected to foster relationships with school counselors and recruit students from designated high schools while assisting with the review of applications. In addition, this position will manage all areas related to staff professional development, including mentorship, conference attendance and skill development.

• Bachelor’s degree;
  Master’s preferred along with ten years of experience in college admissions.
• Skills include, management, budgeting, personnel relations, communications and public speaking, marketing and data analysis.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully across multiple departments and effectively collaborate with other admissions and student services professionals across the University.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills with ability to multi-task, adhere to deadlines and respond quickly, when necessary, Ability to work nights and/or weekends and travel to off-site locations.

• Recruitment – Serve as a senior leader within the recruitment team, shaping and directing strategy for assigned territories and populations rather than simply executing activities. Represent the University at major visitation events, high-profile prospective family and special interest candidate meetings, and other high-visibility engagements requiring polished, senior-level representation. Plan and execute recruitment travel for designated schools to include school visits, college fairs, case study programs, and special programming to include faculty, alumni, parents and current students, when appropriate.
  
  Review applications for admission for a designated student population. Participate as a key contributor in shaping the entering class to meet the undergraduate enrollment goals of the University.
• Leadership – provide management, direction, and strategic vision to our Student Relationship Management ( SRM ) Team, Campus Visit Experience Team and our Regional Admissions Team, aligning each function’s goals with the University’s broader enrollment strategy. Set performance expectations, develop staff capacity, and foster…