Assistant Director

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Overview

Yale School of Nursing (YSN) is seeking an Assistant Director to join a dynamic team in the Office of Admissions YSN, located on the beautiful grounds of Yale West Campus, is conveniently located near major highways. The Yale West Campus has a lot to offer including free parking, woodland walking trail, café and terrace dining, farm, The Barn at West Campus for special events, a fully equipped conference center, outdoor space to relax and unwind, wellness events (mindfulness exercise, to nature walks and yoga), and Fitness Center (free for the West Campus community)!  Photo Gallery Tour | Yale West Campus

The Assistant Director is an integral part of the Admissions Office, responsible for the day-to-day execution of recruitment, admissions operations, and application processing activities. Core responsibilities include supporting the full application lifecycle, including prospective student advising, application processing, preparing files for faculty review, and coordinating the student ambassador program. The Assistant Director also serves as a first point of contact for individualized interactions with prospective students and supports the planning and execution of graduate recruitment and admissions events, both in-person and virtual. Additional responsibilities include assisting with the development of recruitment communications materials and planning targeted recruitment initiatives for graduate programs. This position requires occasional domestic travel for admissions-related events, as well as schedule flexibility for periodic evening and weekend programming.

A cover letter and resume are required with this application.

In all work, supports YSN diversity and inclusion values and commitments.

• Maintain application processing workflows within Slate Reader, supporting the full application lifecycle for master's and doctoral pathways, including prerequisite review for pre-specialty programs and error checking.

• Support the Student Ambassador program by processing timesheets, coordinating event coverage, and assisting with scheduling and representation needs.

• Process and track student files throughout matriculation, monitoring final transcript receipt and prerequisite compliance for incoming students in accordance with established procedures.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for individualized prospective student outreach, actively managing the general delivery inbox and voicemail, as well as maintaining ongoing advising appointment availability.

• Coordinate graduate recruitment events, executing both virtual and in-person programming, including campus tours, open houses, information sessions, and admitted student events.

• Assist with the development of recruitment communications materials and the planning of targeted recruitment initiatives for various graduate programs.

• Serve as an active participant in weekly admissions team meetings, providing strategic updates on events, operations, and the student ambassador program.

• Assist with regional and domestic recruitment efforts, requiring occasional travel and schedule flexibility for evening and weekend programming.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Attention to detail. Strong time management skills and proven ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.  Collaborative team player with the ability to work in a high stress, deadline-driven environment. Strong Ability to multi-task.
2. Excellent analytical skills, and creative self-direction. Exceptional administrative, planning, organizational and project management skills. Proven ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Ability and commitment to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.
3. Demonstrated excellence in public presentation. Superior writing, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with students, faculty, alumni, fellow admissions office staff and other YSN staff members.
4. Well-developed computer skills and demonstrated ability to adapt to new software programs. Data driven. Ability to use the latest technology in recruitment and enrollment planning.
5. Knowledge of the application process at a highly selective college or university. Ability to form relationships with prospective students and counsel applicants through the admissions process. Ability to communicate and interact with prospective students of diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills

1. Prior experience in recruitment, recruitment marketing, communications, event planning and/or admissions is preferred.

2. Familiarity with CRM system such as Slate. Strong preference for a driver with a valid driver's license.

3. Clear understanding and ability to communicate the values and mission of Yale School of Nursing.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Evaluates all admissions applications, interviews prospective applicants, and independently assesses each application against a variety of factors, including the applicant’s strength, weaknesses and potential contribution to the Yale community. Determines applicant’s standing within local, national and international applicant pools. 2. Presents applicant recommendations to admissions committee. Briefs admissions committee about applicants and about schools and geographical regions as they relate to evaluation of applicant files. Determines which applicants will be waitlisted 3. Develops public presentations designed to promote Yale to prospective applicants. 4. Advises secondary school counselors, applicants and parents on the application process. 5. Coordinates alumni recruiting activities in assigned geographical areas. 6. Serves as a liaison with organizations and individuals involved in the admissions process. 7. May perform other duties assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

07/10/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Academic Administration

Compensation Grade Profile

Admissions Officer (22)

Salary Range

$61,500.00 - $91,875.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through  their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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