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Assistant Director

St. Lawrence University invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Admissions. Primary responsibilities will include the management of a large recruitment territory:  substantial travel to high schools and college fairs, interviewing, correspondence with students and counselors, and application review.  Involvement in other programs and projects is expected, based on the experience and interest of the individual selected, as is full participation in planning, implementing and evaluating the general activities of the admissions office.

Successful candidates will possess outstanding oral and written communication skills, a strong, self-motivated work ethic, and an appreciation of the value of a liberal arts education and of diverse cultures.  Candidates are expected to be highly organized, attentive to detail, technically proficient, and dedicated to the Admissions Office and the University.  Proven ability to work with a wide variety of people, high energy, creative initiative, flexibility, and a sense of humor are essential.  The ability and confidence to exercise discretion while working independently, as well as the commitment to working as part of a team, are expected.  As several weeks of recruitment travel are required, a valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel by air are required at the time of hiring and throughout the term of employment.  A bachelor’s degree is required and professional experience in admissions or related areas is strongly preferred.  A minimum commitment of two years is expected, and career interest in admissions or counseling is preferred.

This is a full-time position, with frequent evening and weekend work required.  The anticipated start date is early July 2013. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, along with the names and contact information of three references to:  Search Committee, Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, Payson Hall, St. Lawrence University, 23 Romoda Drive, Canton, NY 13617 or send via email to abarrett@stlawu.edu.

Located in Canton, N.Y., St. Lawrence University is a coeducational, private, independent liberal arts institution of about 2,400 students. The educational opportunities at St. Lawrence inspire students and prepare them to be critical and creative thinkers, to find a compass for their lives and careers, and to pursue knowledge and understanding for the benefit of themselves, humanity and the planet. Through its focus on active engagement with ideas in and beyond the classroom, a St. Lawrence education leads students to make connections that transform lives and communities, from the local to the global.  For additional information about St. Lawrence, please visit SLU’s homepage at http://www.stlawu.edu. 

SLU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Posted: April 26, 2013

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