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Assistant Director, Undergraduate Application Evaluation - Auburn University

The Auburn University Office of Enrollment Operations is seeking an Undergraduate Application Evaluation Assistant Director who will support and oversee the application review process for various student populations, including first-year, transfer, international, and non-traditional applicants. Reporting directly to the Director of Admissions, Operations, and Processing, this position plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity and consistency of the admissions evaluation process. The Assistant Director will also serve as a key participant in the evaluation committee, collaborating with senior admissions staff to make informed and data-driven admissions decisions. Additionally, the Assistant Director will supervise a team of seasonal admissions application evaluators, providing training, guidance, and performance management throughout the application review cycle.


Essential Functions

  • Manage and support the holistic review of first-year, transfer, international, and non-traditional applications, ensuring a fair, consistent, and thorough evaluation process by collaborating with other admissions staff to refine and improve evaluation criteria through the use of data and insights to inform decision-making.
  • Facilitate the admissions evaluation committee process, ensuring clear communication and alignment between committee members and admissions leadership. Will also serve as a key member of the committee, contributing to discussions around admissions decisions and policy.
  • Recruit, train, and supervise seasonal (temporary) application evaluators, ensuring they are well-prepared to assess applications accurately and consistently by monitoring their performance throughout the admissions cycle, providing ongoing support, feedback, and adjustments to maintain high evaluation standards.
  • Assist the Director of Admissions, Operations, and Processing in identifying opportunities for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the application review process. Implement best practices and new technologies to enhance the accuracy, speed, and fairness of application evaluations.
  • Analyze application data and evaluation trends to provide insights and recommendations for strategic enrollment decisions. Prepare reports on evaluation outcomes, presenting findings to senior leadership to inform future recruitment and admissions strategies.
  • Collaborate with academic units and student services to ensure that admissions decisions align with the university’s broader goals and objectives. Work with international recruitment agencies and community colleges to support the evaluation of transfer and international applications.


Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible, an individual must meet all minimum requirements which are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities typically expected to be successful in the role. For education and experience, minimum requirements are listed on the top row below. If substitutions are available, they will be listed on subsequent rows and may only to be utilized when the candidate does not meet the minimum requirements.

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree

Focus of Education: Management, psychology, communications, educations or related field.

Years of Experience 5 years

Focus of Experience: Experience in undergraduate admissions, student recruiting, and/or program coordination.

Or

 

 

Education Level: Master’s Degree

 

Focus of Education: Higher education or related field.

 

Years of Experience:3 years

 

Focus of Experience: Experience in undergraduate admissions, student recruiting,

 

and/or program coordination.

 


 

Minimum Skills and Abilities

 
  • Knowledge of recruiting policies and procedures, with a comprehensive understanding of the holistic admissions evaluation process for first-year, transfer, international, and non-traditional applicants.
  • Familiarity with university admissions policies, standards, and best practices, especially in the context of selective institutions.
  • Extensive knowledge of Slate or equivalent CRM application system.
  • Proficiency in utilizing data to inform admissions decisions and evaluation processes.
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills, particularly in managing seasonal staff and ensuring their adherence to evaluation standards.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills, with a focus on process efficiency and improvement.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high standards in the evaluation of applicants.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines effectively.
 


 

Desired Qualifications

 

Application Evaluation Expertise:

  • Demonstrated experience with undergraduate application evaluation, including first-year, transfer, international, and non-traditional applicant.
  • Knowledge of holistic, committee-based, and/or rubric-driven evaluation processes.
  • Familiarity with student academic records, including high school transcripts and standardized test scores, as well as international credential evaluation.

CRM and Technology Proficiency:

  • Proficiency in managing and utilizing Slate (Technolutions) or a similar Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform for application processing and evaluation.
  • Familiarity with Student Information Systems (SIS) and integration with CRM systems (e.g., Banner).
  • Experience leveraging technology to streamline and enhance the efficiency of evaluation workflows.

Leadership and Team Management:

  • Demonstrated experience managing recruitment territories and supervising seasonal or full-time staff.
  • Proven ability to train, mentor, and evaluate staff to ensure adherence to institutional policies and procedures.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.

Analytical and Strategic Skills:

  • Ability to analyze data to inform decision-making, process improvements, and strategies for achieving enrollment goals.
  • Experience contributing to the development and implementation of evaluation policies and strategies.

Communication and Collaboration:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with campus partners, including faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.
  • Commitment to providing exemplary customer service to applicants, families, and educational partners.
 


 

Salary Range

$51,790-$88,040

Job Posting

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/52098

 


Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : Bachelors Degree, Masters

Experience Level : Mid Level

Job Function : Admissions/enrollment

Job Application Deadline : 4/20/2025

Institution : Auburn University

Job Title : Assistant Director, Undergraduate Appliation Evaluation

Job City, State : Auburn, Alabama

Location where the employee will be working : On-campus

Link to public posting : https://www.auemployment.com/postings/52098

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