ADMISSION OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Ursinus College is seeking an experienced individual to fill a new position to coordinate operations in the Office of Admission.

Responsibilities involve coordinating and participating in a full range of admission operations activities including extensive data entry, the collection and reporting of information about prospective students and their families, processing of applications, direct mail and electronic prospective student inquiry and applicant responses, supporting travel and recruitment efforts of the Office of Admission, reception of campus visitors, leading and assisting in office projects and programs, and working closely with college staff and faculty. The successful candidate will need to develop, coordinate, and participate in the work of an effective operations team; create and train others on necessary systems, policies, and procedures; and serve as liaison to the Office of Information Technology Services.

Bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years of relevant experience, an extraordinary attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and computer competence including database systems and advanced Microsoft Office knowledge are required. Demonstrated proficiency in data retrieval and report writing, the ability to motivate others, and a commitment to customer service are desired. The successful candidate should be energetic, positive, organized, creative, flexible, open-minded, independent yet also able to work very well as part of a team, and should possess a strong work ethic, good sense of humor, excellent strategic thinking abilities, good judgment, and outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Major in management, computer information systems, or a related field is preferred.

Please send cover letter, résumé, and list of three references to Sue Thomas, Executive Associate Director of Admission, by email (admission@ursinus.edu) with “admission operations” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin August 6, 2010 and continue until an appropriate candidate is identified. Ursinus is an EO/AA employer. No phone calls, please.