Overview

The Admission Officer is responsible for articulating the mission of Princeton University and conveying its policies and procedures to applicants, parents, guidance counselors, alumni and University personnel. All officers are actively involved in the selection of the incoming first-year and transfer classes, and assisting with the transition from high school to college.

 

This position requires 4-5 weeks of travel, primarily in the fall and additional time (nights or weekends) for at least 4 months of the year.

 

Please submit a cover letter for full consideration.

Responsibilities

The Admission Officer will:

• Lead group presentations at high schools and college nights, and conduct information sessions on campus;
• Make public presentations about Princeton University's undergraduate academic and extracurricular programs and resources, and admission and financial aid policies and procedures to a variety of audiences both on and off campus, e.g., to secondary school students and counselors, parents, and Princeton's Alumni Schools Committees; and
• Read, evaluate, and summarize applications for admission.

This position requires approximately 4-5 weeks of travel, primarily in the fall. This includes planning, scheduling and implementing travel plans to visit secondary schools and community-based organizations, meeting with Princeton Alumni Schools Committee members and attending college nights and coordinate regional evening programs.

 

This role involves an additional time commitment (including weekends and extended hours) for at least four months of the year and intensive work during the selection process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent writing and speaking skills
• Must be able to relate positively to a variety of interests, backgrounds and points of view by using tact, diplomacy and discretion
• Must have the ability to exercise good judgment while working collegially in a high pressure, deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with and a willingness to learn technology and data driven systems
• Ability to be comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
• Ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of challenging conditions
• High energy level
• Willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback
• Resourcefulness, initiative and motivation
• Valid driver’s license

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW

Salary GradeADM, 030Standard Weekly Hours36.25Eligible for OvertimeNoBenefits EligibleYesEssential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)NoPhysical Capacity Exam RequiredNoValid Driver’s License RequiredNo