Assistant Director Of Admissions

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

The Office of Admissions, part of the Student Success and Enrollment Division, aims to cultivate, recruit, evaluate, and yield an academically strong, talented, and diverse student body. Our mission is to prepare bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. We recognize our position in the community and in the world as a powerful force for change. To that end, we have developed a statement and action plan to take greater responsibility in dismantling systemic racism. Please click here to read our full statement.

Reporting to an Associate Director of Admissions, assistant directors of admissions play an integral role in building our student body community. The successful candidate will foster relationships with prospective students and their influencers (college counselors, families, community-based organizations, etc), with the goal of guiding students through the Trinity admissions process.

We are a team of professionals who work diligently and strategically without taking ourselves too seriously. Much of our work is collaborative, and sharing innovative ideas is strongly encouraged. We want everyone on our team to continue learning and growing in the profession and are committed to providing the resources and time to support your growth. Our team has a passion for working with students and serving as advocates for them and their families. We will look for that same passion in you.

This is an exciting time to join our community. As the institution continues to implement its strategic plan— Summit—and celebrates its bicentennial, you will have an opportunity to impact diversity initiatives at the College, while bringing forth the vision of a truly urban and global 21st century liberal arts college.

Duties and Responsibilities