Assistant Director

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale! Overview The Yale School of Nursing (YSN) seeks an Assistant Director in the Admissions Office, located on Yale West Campus. The Assistant Director will oversee the day‑to‑day execution of recruitment, admissions operations, and application processing activities for master’s and doctoral programs. The role supports student advising, prepares files for faculty review, coordinates the student‑ambassador program, and serves as the primary contact for prospective students. In addition, the Assistant Director plans and executes graduate recruitment events, both in person and virtually, and assists in developing recruitment communications for targeted initiatives. Occasional domestic travel and flexible scheduling—including evenings and weekends—are required. Responsibilities Maintain application processing workflows within Slate Reader, supporting the full application lifecycle for master’s and doctoral pathways, including prerequisite review and error checking. Process student files through matriculation, monitor final transcript receipt, and ensure prerequisite compliance. Serve as the primary point of contact for individualized prospective student outreach, managing the general inbox, voicemail, and advising appointments. Coordinate and execute graduate recruitment events, such as campus tours, open houses, information sessions, and admitted student events. Assist with the development of recruitment communication materials and planning targeted initiatives for various graduate programs. Participate in weekly admissions team meetings, providing strategic updates on events, operations, and the student‑ambassador program. Process timesheets and coordinate event coverage for the Student Ambassador program. Assist with regional and domestic recruitment efforts, requiring occasional travel and flexibility for evening and weekend programming. Principal Responsibilities Evaluate all admissions applications, interview prospective applicants, and assess each application against a variety of factors. Determine applicant standing within local, national, and international pools and present recommendations to the admissions committee. Develop and deliver public presentations to promote Yale to prospective applicants. Advise secondary school counselors, applicants, and parents on the application process. Coordinate alumni recruiting activities in assigned geographical areas and serve as liaison with organizations involved in the admissions process. Required Skills and Abilities Strong attention to detail, time‑management, and multitasking skills in a high‑stress, deadline‑driven environment. Excellent analytical, administrative, planning, organizational, and project‑management abilities. Effective public presentation, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in computer applications and adaptability to new software, including data‑driven tools for recruitment and enrollment. Knowledge of the application process at a highly selective college or university and ability to counsel applicants through it. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Prior experience in recruitment, recruitment marketing, communications, event planning, or admissions. Familiarity with a CRM system such as Slate. Valid driver’s license. Clear understanding and ability to communicate the values and mission of Yale School of Nursing. Application Requirements A cover letter and résumé are required with this application. Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre‑employment background screening, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing, and credit checks as required. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements, which may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations as instructed by law or university policy. Equal Opportunity Statement The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate against individuals on account of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other covered characteristic. Note Yale University is a tobacco‑free campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr