Assistant Director of Admissions

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Advise students, families, and school counselors on admissions policies, procedures, academic programs, and financial support opportunities .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $77,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in university admissions processes, including evaluating applications and advising stakeholders on academic programs and financial support. Strong ability to cultivate relationships and market the institution effectively while managing extensive travel requirements.

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University Admissions ExperienceApplication EvaluationPublic Speaking SkillsRelationship CultivationSlate Technology Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Application EvaluationAdmissions PoliciesInternational Credential ReviewEvent HostingMarketing Strategies

Soft Skills

Outstanding CommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Slate

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeDriver's License

Industry Keywords

University AdmissionsFinancial Support OpportunitiesEducation FairsGlobal PartnershipsCommunity Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise students, families, and school counselors on admissions policies, procedures, academic programs, and financial support opportunities
Conduct school visits and host information sessions and events for target audiences
Attend education fairs to increase NYU Abu Dhabi’s visibility and meet prospective students
Support NYUAD’s global partnership with the Institute of International Education
Cultivate relationships with schools, community organizations, and governmental agencies in assigned regions
Evaluate and recommend applicants for admission to NYU campuses, primarily NYU Abu Dhabi
Contribute to the development, training, and implementation of the international credential review process
Provide guidance to NYU’s tri-campus admissions staff on international credentials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
2+ years of university admissions or related experience
Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills
Ability to market NYU independently
Extensive travel and weekend hours required
Driver’s license required
Familiarity with online application review technology (Slate)
Ability to evaluate a high volume of applications for admissions
International and domestic travel, evening and weekend work required

Benefits

Comp & perks

NYU is committed to being among the greenest urban campuses and carbon neutral by 2040
Equal opportunity employment