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Department: Division of Enrollment Management
Classification: Education Support Spec 3
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible
Pay Band: 04
Salary: Starting mid $50k, commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes
Works with Minors check: Yes
About the Department:
In collaboration with the George Mason University community, and as a part of the Office of the Provost, the Division for Enrollment Management optimizes student recruitment and retention by developing and implementing strategic enrollment plans, overseeing the admissions process, providing financial aid services, and managing the Mason Student Services Center—a centralized student services resource. The Division’s activities support the achievement of institutional enrollment goals by placing the student (and family) at the center of our work, supporting a culture of transparency, and leveraging data to inform decision-making.
The Office of Admissions facilitates the recruitment and enrollment of freshmen, transfer, graduate, and non-degree students in alignment with the University's strategic plan, ensuring a diverse and successful student body that contributes to the institution's excellence and global impact.
About the Position:
The Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions actively recruits new undergraduate students by planning and executing recruitment activities in assigned locations; reviews applicant files and makes appropriate admission decisions; serves as the on-call person to meet with prospective students and families that walk into the office, and the contact person for any escalations from the front-line service team as scheduled; conducts information sessions presented to prospective students and their families on academics, campus life, and how to apply to George Mason University; and manages the campus visit experience, tour, and visitor center, and leads the staff that manages the student tour guide program (Mason Ambassadors).
This position requires frequent evening and weekend work and extensive travel.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.
Posting Open Date: April 11, 2025
For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 25, 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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