VanderCook College of Music
Employment Opportunities
Part Time Admissions Assistant
The Part Time Admissions Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the recruitment and enrollment of future music students at VanderCook College of Music. Reporting to the Director of Admissions & Recruitment, the Admissions Assistant is responsible for admissions operations, recruitment initiatives, applicant communications, and enrollment activities that support VanderCook’s strategic enrollment objectives. This position serves as a trusted resource for prospective and admitted students throughout the admissions process while collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure an exceptional applicant experience. The Admissions Assistant also supports recruitment marketing efforts, social media engagement, event coordination, matriculation compliance, budget tracking, and inventory management. Success in this role requires exceptional organizational and communication skills, strong attention to detail, proficiency with technology, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service in a fast-paced, mission-driven academic environment.”
Hours for this position vary by the season. Sept-Oct and Feb-Apr will require more hours (10-15 per week)
expect between 10-15 hours. Outside of that timeframe, hours may be reduced to 5 hours per week.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Recruit prospective students through high school visits, college fairs, community events, transfer programs, and other recruitment activities.
- Counsel prospective students and families regarding admission requirements, academic programs, scholarships, financial aid processes, campus life, and enrollment procedures.
- Travel extensively, including evenings and weekends, as required.
- Follow up with prospective students by telephone, email, text messaging, virtual meetings, and other communication methods.
- Assist with recruitment and yield programs and other enrollment events.
- Participate in the planning and execution of special recruitment initiatives and enrollment campaigns.
- Maintain a travel schedule and submit recruitment reports, travel reports, and other required documentation.
- Assist with campus tours and visitor experiences, as needed.
- Maintain a professional and positive representation of VanderCook at all times.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Experience working with students, customers, clients, or the public.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong presentation and public speaking abilities.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for college business.
- Personal Vehicle for travel preferred
To Apply
This position is open for immediate hire and will remain open until filled. Please email resume, cover letter to Cindy Tovar at [email protected]
VanderCook College of Music is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. All qualified individuals are considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, applicable veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The mission of VanderCook College of Music is to enrich the lives of present and future generations by developing uniquely skilled music teachers who exhibit strong character, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.