Assistant Director of Admissions

Mercy College seeks a dynamic, energetic and inspirational individual to join our team as the Assistant Director of Admissions. This is a highly visible position responsible for increasing awareness and building enthusiasm for Mercy College through student recruitment initiatives, outreach and communication, and specialized events. The Assistant Director develops partnerships with high schools, counselors, and local college preparatory organizations as well as managing a team of admissions counselors. The Assistant Director generates inquiries from prospective students that convert to enrolled students and this position involves a minimum of 60% on road recruitment activities The Assistant Director assists in oversight of the daily operations of the Dobbs Ferry Admissions office including; management of the recruitment calendar, work schedules, campus tours and oversight of the student ambassador program. This position works closely with the other Admissions staff at each campus and facilitates campus visits and events. While generating interest and excitement for the Mercy College experience, this position will also encompass strategic management of recruitment efforts and on- going analysis of the progress of the territory enrollment goals. For Northern Westchester, NY.

Required Skills & Experience:

Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, written and oral communication, problem solving, coaching, organizational, and presentation skills
Strong and inspirational communication skills, vibrant personality, attention to detail, and strong problem solving skills are essential
Supervision of a team of admissions recruiters
Oversee daily operations for a staff
Demonstrated evidence of sales orientation, creativity and enthusiasm
Possess an abundance of enthusiasm and maintain a positive disposition
Ability to demonstrate competitive nature, self-direction, motivation and a sense of urgency to achieve goals
Proven resiliency in maintaining a spirited approach to recruitment
Computer proficiency in MS Office and Outlook required and ability to learn new software specially (Banner and Slate)
Ability to travel on a daily basis and work weekends and evenings

Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required
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About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2026.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.


Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.


Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.


EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.


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