Fordham University Looking for Associate Director of International Admission Full Time

Associate Director of International Admission

Undergraduate Admission

Rose Hill and Lincoln Center

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent
reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate
students in its 9 Colleges and Schools. 

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental,
and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance
program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director for
International Admission has a critical role in Fordham’s efforts to recruit and enroll diverse and talented full-time first year and
transfer international students. As a member of the international admission team,

the Associate Director manages an international
recruitment territory executing both in-person and virtual recruitment. This includes travel to high schools, attendance at college fairs,
and hosting relevant outreach and virtual events. The Associate Director reviews applications for admission and financial aid for
international undergraduate candidates. In addition, the Associate Director represents the Office of Undergraduate Admission in professional
organizations and at conferences.

Reporting to the Director of International Enrollment Initiatives, the Associate Director serves as
a member of the Office of Undergraduate Admission Senior Team and is responsible for the planning and execution of a variety of
international initiatives, including international transfer enrollment and student financial aid processes. The Associate Director
participates in all aspects of both the domestic and international admission recruiting programs including campus-based yield events and
information sessions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the selection and enrollment processes for international
  and U.S. citizens living abroad utilizing qualitative and quantitative data to inform strategic planning and decision-making
• Evaluate approximately 1,500 first-year applicants for admission annually while adhering to office guidelines and holistic reading
  standards
• Utilize nuanced knowledge of University, mission, identity, academic programs, and admission related messaging specific
  to international student admission
• Contribute expertise to financial aid application and evaluation processes to attract and enroll
  talented, diverse international students.
• Manage the in-person and virtual recruitment of students from assigned international
  regions, leading outreach efforts and traveling to high schools, college fairs, and other events as appropriate
• Advise on
  international outreach and communication efforts, including digital content and print publications, email correspondence, and
  student-to-student engagement initiatives
• Supervise part-time application readers on admission evaluation and selection
• Coordinate international transfer admission review, evaluating approximately 500 applications annually
• Oversee professional
  Operations staff focused on international student communication and document processing
• Develop collaborative relationships with
  team members and other members of the University community
• Participate consistently in international professional organizations
  (i.e., attend conferences, present in workshops, join committees)
• Cultivate relationships with international school and independent
  counselors, education organizations, international alumni, and other constituents
• Counsel prospective students, families and school
  counselors on Fordham’s admission and financial aid processes
• Contribute to implementation of all general initiatives of the
  Office of Undergraduate Admission
• Perform additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prerequisite Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and equivalent professional experience (5+
  years) required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Previous experience in admission, international education, or school counseling
  required
• Knowledge of a variety of international educational systems required
• Excellent intercultural communication skills
  (written and verbal) for individual interactions and large group presentations
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, a cooperative
  spirit, and a proven ability to lead
• Excellent organizational skills including experience independently overseeing complex
  projects
• Appreciation for the value of a liberal arts education and of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences
• Proven ability to work independently and as a member of a team, exercise discretion, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse
  community
• Ability to read and synthesize information within compressed time frames and for a high volume of application
  information.
• Valid Driver’s License and passport.
• Ability to work outside of traditional office hours and travel
  extensively and globally as needed.
• Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit
  Education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Technolutions SLATE or like
  Admission CRM.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Quantitative and analytical acumen.
• Experience
  managing and coordinating the efforts of others.

FLSA CATEGORY: Exempt

START DATE:
ASAP

SEND LETTER AND RESUME TO:

Monica Esser

Director of International Enrollment
Initiatives

[email protected]

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the
Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a
campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom. 

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all
backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected
categories