Job No. 158856
- Job Title:
- Assistant Director of Admissions
- Employer:
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University of Idaho
- Location:
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Moscow , ID
- Posting Date:
- 23-Jun-2026
- Description:
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Position Overview
The Assistant Director for Admissions (Recruitment) implements the University of Idaho recruitment and conversion initiatives for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and will act as the primary University of Idaho contact for high schools and regional community colleges in assigned geographical areas of responsibility. In addition, the assistant director will also conduct recruiting activities in other selected areas as necessary. With a strong work ethic and understanding of enrollment cycles, the asst. dir. will assist prospective students and their parents in their transition to the University of Idaho, to include representing the University of Idaho at college nights, college fairs, tours, financial aid nights, visits to high schools and community colleges, and following up with contacts. This position is responsible for tracking and understanding the student market in the assigned region, understanding educational systems, and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of UI program, degrees, admissions requirements, and institutional data points, as well as independently managing a budget provided to them for recruitment initiatives and activities specific to their region. The assistant director is also responsible for assisting with other selected on and off-campus recruitment programs.
Unit URL
https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
Compiling and analyzing information and data for reporting
Planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing programs for large and small groups
Composing a variety of business documents for various audiences (students, staff, school counselors, administration, etc.)
Speaking publicly to large and small groups
Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Required Other
Ability to travel
Ability to work nonstandard business hours which may include selected evenings and weekends to meet business needs
Eligible for membership in admissions and enrollment based organizations
Additional Preferred
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in student counseling, education, business or public relations, or other related field
Experience:
Experience working in an admissions office
Experience operating audio/visual/video equipment, and computer experience
Extensive experience in recruiting, public relations, sales, marketing, or related field
Knowledge of:
Good knowledge of a student centered/customer service oriented philosophy.
Knowledge of Idaho and the University of Idaho
General knowledge about all University of Idaho programs, majors, services, their requirements, restrictions and costs
Ability to:
Ability to learn admissions and financial aid requirements and deadlines for high school and transfer students
Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team with a variety of people, including students, faculty, and administrators.