Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions plays a vital role in supporting the college’s enrollment goals through strategic outreach, relationship-building, and personalized guidance of prospective students. This position is responsible for fostering connections with area high schools, conducting campus tours, attending college fairs and community events, and providing a high level of customer service to help applicants navigate the admissions process. The Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions reports to the Director of Recruitment and Admissions for assignment of duties and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and equity in higher education
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for recruitment events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field preferred
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, or financial aid preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong Computer Skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Calendly, and Microsoft Office Suite preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service to all prospective students and their families
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach to regional high schools and develop strong relationships with guidance counselors
• Represent the college at local and regional college fairs and community events
• Communicate with prospective students and applicants through phone, text, email, and in-person meetings
• Lead individual and group campus tours for students and employees as needed
• Support applicants throughout the enrollment process from initial inquiry through registration
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of all academic offerings, including degrees, certificates, microcredentials, and articulation agreements
• Plan and coordinate on-campus visitation days and admissions presentations
• Collaborate with the One Stop Center and academic departments to support seamless enrollment
• Serve as the admissions liaison to academic divisions, providing recruitment guidance and coordination
• Analyze enrollment data and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies
• Utilize technology tools to streamline and enhance recruitment efforts
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) for international students, ensuring compliance with SEVIS regulations and supporting international applicants through the visa and enrollment process
• Perform additional admissions-related duties as assigned by the Director.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Evening hours and some weekends required
• Communicating remotely and in-person with students
• Indoor office settings, with moderate noise from equipment and frequent interruptions
• Travel locally and longer distances by vehicle is necessary
• Typical light-duty physical demands: sitting, standing, and walking for long periods, occasionally lifting objects up to 20 lbs (e.g., files, equipment)
• Stairs or moving between buildings is required

General:

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions assigned by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Salary & Application

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; the review of resumes will be on-going. The full salary range is $53,500-$70,500.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and the contact information (email address required) for 3 professional references. All applicants
will be notified of the outcome once a decision has been made. Please note that all advertised positions at SUNY Sullivan are contingent upon the availability of funding and alignment with institutional priorities.

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SCCC is an equal opportunity employer. SCCC is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. SCCC encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.