Assistant Director of Admissions

POSITION PURPOSE:

Commonwealth University – Mansfield campus is seeking a motivated Assistant Director of Admissions!
 

At Commonwealth University, we’re passionate about helping students find their place and purpose. An Assistant Director of Admissions is part of a dynamic, student-centered team dedicated to connecting future students with life-changing opportunities at one of our Commonwealth campuses.

Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for managing an assigned recruitment territory which may include both new transfer and first-year students.

This campus-based position in Mansfield, PA is an integral part of a high functioning recruitment team that emphasizes timely follow up with prospective students, a data-driven approach to funnel management, and heavy use of technology to meet enrollment targets.

The Assistant Director of Admissions generates inquiries, applications, and ultimately enrolled students to Commonwealth University through a variety of outreach channels (text, phone, and email), visits to high schools and college fairs, transfer fairs and hosting groups on campus.

Seasonal travel is required for approximately 3 months in the fall and 3 months in the spring, along with some nights and weekends.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Recruitment and Travel (50%)

• Coordinates, plans, and executes a cost-effective Fall and Spring recruitment travel schedule.
• Visits high schools and community colleges to represent Commonwealth University at all relevant recruitment events or programs.
• Responsible for assisting students and families in every step of the enrollment process from inquiry to enrolled, including, but not limited to: financial aid packaging review, orientation, housing assistance, academic program discovery, placement testing information, admissions processes, etc.
• Host off-campus area receptions to generate applications or convert admitted students to enrolled.
• Serve as point of contact for Commonwealth University to school counselors and related high school and community college personnel.
• Renders appropriate admissions decisions on first year

Extensive Use of Slate CRM (30%)

• Conduct extensive phone, email, and text follow-ups with key inquiries and applicants.
• Use of data reporting to understand targeted demographics and prioritizing recruitment activities.

Office Responsibilities (20%)

• Conducting group presentations, special campus programming, including transfer days and evenings, and meeting individually with visitors to explain the features, benefits, and proofs of a Commonwealth University degree.
• Maintain a common calendar showing availability and activity each week.
• Update and track recruitment activities.
• Hosting bus visits and group visits to campus
• Shares responsibility in the daily operation of the admissions office, to include updating the office calendar, fulfilling Counselor-of-the day responsibilities, hosting bus visits when appropriate, doing group presentations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree (completed prior to the start of employment)
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel seasonally (roughly 3 months in the fall and 3 in the spring)
• Excellent communication skills

For full consideration, applications must be received by May 14, 2026.