Assistant Director of Admission
Wacac, Los Angeles, CA, United States
The University of Southern California (USC) Office of Admission is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven Assistant Director of Admission to join our team. This role is ideal for a strategic communicator and higher education professional who is passionate about guiding students through the college search process and representing USC to diverse communities nationwide.
As an Assistant Director, you will manage a designated recruitment territory and serve as a key ambassador for USC. You will build meaningful relationships with prospective students, families, and school partners while helping to shape the university’s incoming class through thoughtful, holistic application review and strategic outreach.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of a recruitment and admission territory on behalf of the university
Represent USC through presentations at high schools and community colleges, engaging students, families, and counselors
Provide personalized, consultative guidance to prospective students and families throughout the college search and application process
Serve as a trusted expert on college admission for counselors, school leaders, and community partners
Interview prospective students and assess their fit for admission
Evaluate applications using both quantitative and qualitative criteria and participate in admission decision-making
Analyze demographic and academic trends within assigned territories to inform recruitment strategies
Develop and implement an annual outreach plan aligned with USC’s enrollment goals
Identify target schools and populations, and execute strategic recruitment initiatives
Recommend and implement innovative approaches to attract highly competitive and diverse applicants
Preferred Education: Master’s degree
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.
The salary range for this position is $63,616.30 – $70,582.14. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Experience: 1 year
Minimum Skills: Counseling skills and/or academic advisement experience
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As an Assistant Director, you will manage a designated recruitment territory and serve as a key ambassador for USC. You will build meaningful relationships with prospective students, families, and school partners while helping to shape the university’s incoming class through thoughtful, holistic application review and strategic outreach.
Key Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of a recruitment and admission territory on behalf of the university
Represent USC through presentations at high schools and community colleges, engaging students, families, and counselors
Provide personalized, consultative guidance to prospective students and families throughout the college search and application process
Serve as a trusted expert on college admission for counselors, school leaders, and community partners
Interview prospective students and assess their fit for admission
Evaluate applications using both quantitative and qualitative criteria and participate in admission decision-making
Analyze demographic and academic trends within assigned territories to inform recruitment strategies
Develop and implement an annual outreach plan aligned with USC’s enrollment goals
Identify target schools and populations, and execute strategic recruitment initiatives
Recommend and implement innovative approaches to attract highly competitive and diverse applicants
Preferred Education: Master’s degree
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.
The salary range for this position is $63,616.30 – $70,582.14. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Experience: 1 year
Minimum Skills: Counseling skills and/or academic advisement experience
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