Assistant Director of Admissions and Campus Events

Assistant Director of Admissions and Campus Events

Job Title:

Assistant Director of Admissions and Campus Events

Location:

Campus

Responsibly lead planning and execution of on‑campus recruitment events, manage a recruitment territory, evaluate admissions applications, and collaborate with alumni, students, faculty, and external partners to promote a diverse and talented student body.

• Lead the planning and execution of existing and new admissions events on campus, including Orange Preview, Spring Receptions, and other recruitment activities.
• Communicate Syracuse University’s value proposition to prospective high‑school students and their families to generate interest.
• Manage event budgets and materials, including purchasing, invoicing, and expense reconciliation.
• Read applications and evaluate credentials as part of the admissions selection team; recommend admission decisions in support of enrollment goals and meet all numeric targets within the specified timeframe.
• Collaborate with University Marketing and Communications and the Admissions Student Relationship Management team to develop print and web‑based materials for recruiting events.

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 2–5 years’ experience in selective college admissions or a related field, including student employee or volunteer roles.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Strong event planning experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentational, and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Availability to travel within the U.S. and to work in‑person at the worksite, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Effective communication skills to articulate the value of a Syracuse University education.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in selective admissions.
• Ability to deliver key recruitment messages through presentations, conversation, and writing.
• Experience cultivating relationships with campus partners, vendors, prospective students/families, counselors, and alumni.
• Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and Slate.

Syracuse University is an equal‑opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.