Job Summary

The Senior Assistant Director of Admissions – International will promote all Purdue University’s undergraduate programs and advise prospective students in the college search and selection process. This position has a special focus on Purdue University in Indianapolis and is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

This position is primarily responsible for developing international admission initiatives related to Purdue University in Indianapolis.  Responsibilities will include admission recruitment, application review and responding to phone and email inquiries. This position will frequently engage, both in-person and virtually, with prospective domestic and international students and their families in one-on-one meetings as well as to large and small audiences on-campus and around the world. The position includes program coordination and other projects that focus on the recruitment and engagement of international students at Purdue University in Indianapolis. 

The ideal candidate will be an outstanding communicator with the ability to tactfully engage and build relationships with prospective students and families, high school counselors, organizations, and campus partners. Additionally, this position requires cultural understanding, international travel, the ability to think critically, independently using problem solving, and judgment skills to make educated, professional decisions. The successful candidate will understand and support the benefits of a diverse campus community and value the perspective of others. 

    At Purdue, you'll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together.
 
    Take the next step in your career journey - apply now to help build a better world at Purdue University.

Who We Are at Purdue University :
We are committed to making Purdue’s world-class education affordable, accessible and valuable to Boilermakers and their families. We know that a college degree is an investment, and many families make this big decision together.

About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What We Are Looking For :

Education and Experience

Qualified candidates will need:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Four years of customer service, admissions, or related experience in any context

Skills needed:

• Communication (especially interpersonal skills such as empathy and teamwork), public speaking, organization, computer and related software proficiency, program development, intercultural competency, problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to understand and relate to diverse and international populations
• Demonstrated international and/or cultural experiences and competency
• Computer and related software skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work flexible schedule including some evening and weekend hours
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally – at least 3-6 weeks a year
• A valid driver's license

Nice to have:

• Experience working in a university international admissions and recruitment department.
• Familiarity with foreign education systems, grading scales, and curricula 

What We Would Like You To Know

This position is based at Purdue University campus in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Purdue University is an EOE employer: All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

For internal candidates that will be transferring between pay schedules (biweekly ↔ monthly; monthly↔ biweekly), please coordinate your transfer date with your new manager to ensure a smooth transition of pay, benefits, and retirement.

Career Stream

Professional 3
Pay Band S060
Job Code#20003064

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
 

EOE:
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.