Assistant Director – International Admissions

UR Ventures

. Research, develop, execute, and oversee annual admissions plans for international student recruitment, qualification, assessment, and admission .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRochester • New York • United StatesLead💰 $56,500 - $79,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in international student recruitment, admissions processes, and data analysis, while effectively managing relationships with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in developing and executing strategic admissions plans and outreach initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

International Student RecruitmentData AnalysisAdmissions ExperienceMicrosoft SuiteRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisAdmissions ProcessesApplication ReviewMarket ResearchProgram EvaluationTravel CoordinationWeb Content ManagementDigital OutreachInterviewingMerit Scholarship Evaluation

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipCollaborationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SuiteSocial Media ChannelsWebinarsWorkshops

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationCollege AdmissionsSchool CounselingInternational AdmissionsStudent Recruitment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, develop, execute, and oversee annual admissions plans for international student recruitment, qualification, assessment, and admission
Manage planning, execution, and evaluation of international undergraduate admissions programming
Build relationships with campus partners, prospective students, families, counselors, and community-based organizations
Engage current students and student organizations in admissions initiatives
Analyze enrollment and participation data to inform programming and recruitment strategies
Maintain accurate admissions messaging and related web content with academic partners
Lead international-facing digital admissions outreach and oversee international social media channels
Conduct market and territory research and complete approximately 8–12 weeks of international recruitment travel annually
Build relationships with school counselors, educational consultants, and partner organizations
Lead admissions processes for specialized and dual-admission programs
Review and evaluate high volumes of domestic and international undergraduate applications
Serve on admissions committees and make final admission decision recommendations when assessments differ
Review international financial documentation and recommend merit scholarship consideration
Prepare and deliver information sessions, webinars, workshops, and targeted programming
Conduct admissions interviews and complete formal interview write-ups
Answer telephone and email inquiries throughout the admissions cycle
Lead training on international application review practices
Recruit, hire, schedule, supervise, and evaluate student employees

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree required
3 years of admissions experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Work in a related field such as higher education, college admissions, or school counseling required
Frequent weekend and evening assignments required
Microsoft Suite of Products or equivalent required
Data analysis required
Valid driver’s license recognized by the State
Ability to travel by air, rail, and/or water, potentially internationally
Cover letter required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development through attendance at conferences, workshops, and related events
Hybrid work arrangement