Admissions Officer

About American University

American University, situated in Washington, DC, is a research-driven institution recognized for its top-ranked schools, distinguished faculty, and commitment to driving positive global change.

Department and Employment Details

This role is within the Domestic Recruitment department and is a full-time, regular position operating under a hybrid model requiring on-campus presence 3-4 days each week. The position falls under the collective bargaining unit SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division, which governs terms through university policies and collective agreements.

Role Summary and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and make admission decisions or refer applications for first-year undergraduate students, managing between 1,000 to 2,000 applications annually.
• Undertake recruitment travel including visits to high schools, participation in college fairs, regional interviews, and recruitment events.
• Offer advice and recommendations to prospective students, their families, alumni, and counselors, while conducting targeted outreach activities.
• Lead on-campus and virtual information sessions and interviews, providing comprehensive insights into university programs, student life, and admissions procedures.
• Design and implement recruitment strategies tailored to assigned geographic areas; analyze past results to plan and execute fall and spring outreach activities effectively.

Required Competencies and Skills

• Customer service orientation
• Effective prioritization and organizational skills
• Creativity in approach and problem-solving
• Ability to gather and analyze information
• Collaborative team support

Work Expectations

• Full-time schedule averaging 35 hours per week
• Includes evening and weekend commitments as necessary

Salary

Annual compensation ranges from $58,000 to $60,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master's degree or its equivalent preferred.
• Less than one year of relevant experience required; preferably 1 to 3 years in admissions or related fields.
• Knowledge of higher education trends and practices.
• Strong writing, public speaking, interpersonal, and computer skills.
• Ability to perform demographic and historic applicant trend research relevant to the university.
• Capability to foster a collaborative, team-centric working environment.

Additional Information

• Mandatory travel as part of recruitment responsibilities.
• This role requires work location within the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia or on-site at the university.
• Employment is contingent upon successful background check completion.
• Job responsibilities may change over time without prior notice.
• American University is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action and prohibits discrimination on numerous protected bases.