Director Of Ms And Online Admissions

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Full Time 40 hours Grade 055 Simon Grad Sch Admis/Reg

Responsibilities

ABOUT SIMON BUSINESS SCHOOL:

Simon offers a rigorously quantitative, economics-based approach to decision-making in one of the most diverse student communities of any business school in America. We firmly believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment benefits all members of our community, and we are committed to working toward lasting, systemic change in our efforts to educate the next generation of business leaders. In 2022, US News & World Report recognized Simon's Full-Time MBA as the #2 most diverse Top 50 program, a nod to our commitment to building a welcoming community.

Simon's degree programs inspire a new level of clarity: about how analytical frameworks drive success in business; about what it takes to collaborate and manage in the contemporary, global workplace; and about professional growth and goals. Simon's MBA programs (Full-Time, Part-Time, and Executive) and four Full-Time MS programs (Accountancy, Business Analytics, Finance, and Marketing Analytics) are STEM designated, which signals program quality and rigor to employers. Additionally, STEM designation allows international students the opportunity to work in the US for up to 36 months after graduation if hired in a STEM-eligible role. Simon's Full-Time MBA is ranked No. 25 in the US by Bloomberg Businessweek (2021); No. 16 in the US by The Economist (2021); and No. 5 in the world for finance, No. 4 in the world for economics, No. 13 in the US among the top MBAs for women, and No. 9 in the US for entrepreneurship by Financial Times (2019, 2018). Our faculty teach and our staff support across all programs, so Full-Time MBA rankings are a strong signal of the value students can expect at Simon-no matter which degree they pursue. In addition, Financial Times ranked Simon No. 3 in the US for pre-experience MS in Finance programs (2023).

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Provides primary leadership to activities related to the selection and yield of MS students. Functions as a senior admissions officer for the Simon School's MS program. Markets the School's programs to groups and to individuals; interviews candidates and makes admissions and financial aid decisions; travels internationally and domestically for recruitment purposes; and researches and writes reports for program assessment.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads the annual off-campus recruiting travel process, including coordinating with other Admissions staff to assign travelers, oversee pre-travel training, update of materials, scheduling appointments with prospective students and managing the travel budget. (10%)
• Serves as the lead Admissions representative on Faculty committees that oversee MS program review and program management. Serve as the Admissions liaison on the Master's Advisory Council (MAC) student group. (5%)
• Uses admission system data to assess program success/direction: gathers, aggregates and interprets data; writes reports and participates in outside surveys. (10%)
• Executes strategy for annual enrollment goals for all full-time MS programs and online program, by working closely with the Executive Director on the balancing the overall number of enrolled students with quality metrics such as GMAT, GPA, level of prior work experience, gender and international diversity, financial aid budget, net revenue goals. Utilizes forecasting tools to determine admission decisions and predict future enrollments. Accountable for meeting enrollment and financial net revenue targets. Leads the Admissions Committee in the review of all applications for admission and scholarship, recommends decisions, communicates decision to candidates, and counsels students as appropriate. (25%)
• Interviews and evaluates candidates for admission; assesses and communicates admission requirements; requires significant knowledge of the Simon School and independent judgment to assess the qualities of each candidate. (10%)
• Staff management and team leadership - oversee Admissions full-time staff that support interviewing, admission committee and enrollment, as well as multiple student workers. Provides ongoing training in admissions operations to Associate or Assistant Directors and administrative support staff, including periodic documentation of procedures. Serves as a liaison between Admissions Management Team and MS Territory Managers. (25%)
• Travels for recruiting purposes to MBA forums both internationally and domestically and to undergraduate colleges. Markets the Simon Business School and makes formal presentations to groups of prospective applicants and key influencers. (10%)
• Lead liaison for MS program onboarding process and program planning, including Orientation planning, engagement with the University ISO, vaccine compliance and other key duties as assigned. (5%)

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years admissions experience required; 7-10 years of work experience in admissions or related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree and working knowledge of MS business program strongly preferred; experience with Simon Business School programs strongly preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills, people management and leadership skills, and cultural awareness and sensitivity required. Valid NYS motor vehicle license and passport are necessary.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.

How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

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