UDTS | Director of Admissions Position
The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a Director of Seminary Admissions. The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide overall direction for the seminary admissions process
- Plan, organize, and implement procedures to enhance admissions, enrollment verification, and communication with applicants
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, and administrators
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of applicant files
- Coordinate campus visits for prospective students and their families
- Organize and participate in recruiting events for seminary programs
- Collect, analyze, and present data relevant to the admissions process to the dean and seminary faculty
- Produce status reports, manage office procedures, and manage the budget
- Supervise work-study students and graduate assistants
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree in the field of theology is preferred
- Ability to articulate a commitment to the mission of the seminary
- Utilize excellent communication skills - verbal, written, and interpersonal
- Previous experience working in admissions is preferred
- Ability to work with a variety of students, faculty, alumni and community professionals
- Proven ability in developing and executing projects
- Ability to articulate broad knowledge of the seminary's degree and certificate programs
- Prior event planning experience is preferred
- Flexibility with schedule as need arises (ex. evening or weekend commitments and travel)
To apply for the Director of Seminary Admissions position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website (Online application: CLICK HERE | PDF version; CLICK HERE), or email to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.
Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed. AA/EEO