Department Summary:

Drake University's Office of Admission is responsible for enrolling the University's vibrant, talented, and diverse undergraduate students. Led by the Dean of Admission and in collaboration with a team of talented professionals, this department works in conjunction with campus partners to identify and recruit future Bulldogs (students, not actual bulldogs) both in the state of Iowa and across the United States. www.drake.edu/admission

Job Summary:

Drake University's Office of Admission seeks a dynamic individual to join our fun, hardworking and supportive team! If you are looking for a job that will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others coupled with building tremendous skills in counseling, public speaking, marketing/sales, territory management, business travel, project work, and the latitude to grow as a professional - this job is a great match for you!

We are hiring an Assistant Director of Transfer Admission. The main objective for this position is to build a larger, more diverse and more engaged transfer prospect pool in Drake University's key markets by expanding outreach, recruitment, and presence in Transfer Recruitment spaces. This position is one part of a comprehensive regional and national recruitment team.

This position will represent Drake University to a variety of constituents including prospective transfer students, parents, and community college advisors, as well as actively participate in transfer organizations.

The selected candidate will work with transfer students through the entire recruitment process, from inquiry to matriculation. We are looking for someone with outstanding communication skills who thrives connecting and building relationships with others; and has a keen attention to detail, positive attitude, and a drive to meet established goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience in college/university admission or related experience
• A current Driver's License and the ability to be insured by the University's insurance carrier required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
• Attention to detail
• A drive to meet established goals

Job Duties:

• 55% - Manage assigned transfer recruitment territory to achieve enrollment goals. Responsibilities include transfer recruitment travel in territory, building relationships with various constituencies in the territory, and report generation. The Assistant Director will also assist in the development, promotion, and execution of a variety of transfer admission recruitment events and activities, both in-person and virtually. Additionally, the Assistant Director will participate in the evaluation of applications from their territory. - (Essential)
• 15% - Manage communication within assigned transfer recruitment territory. This can include the creation of messaging, receipt and response to phone calls, emails, social media, and other information requests. - (Essential)
• 10% - Meet with prospective transfer students and families during visits to Drake University. These meetings may occur in either individual or group settings. - (Essential)
• 10% - Assist in the development of and participate in activities related to public relations and recruitment of transfer prospective students. In addition, provide an evaluation of admission/marketing plans, policies and strategies. - (Essential)
• 5% - Create standard and ad-hoc reports and queries from admission/registration databases. Use data to make informed decisions about territory. - (Essential)
• 5% - Serve as a key member of the Admissions team in supporting its commitment to Drake’s mission and core values; providing excellent customer service and support to current and prospective students; and helping plan and execute Admission Office events, strategies, trainings, and initiatives. Serve on standing and ad hoc committees, as directed. Perform other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Salary & Benefits:

The salary for these positions is competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our digital benefits guide: Drake Benefits Guide (Plan Year 2025).