University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA
posted 4 months ago
The Assistant Director of Admission and Scholarship Operations at the USC Rossier School of Education plays a pivotal role in the admission operations team, which is responsible for two critical functions: applicant evaluation and ensuring compliance with admission and scholarship processes. This position supports the operations team in various capacities, including managing file review assignments, overseeing seasonal application file review readers, conducting admission and scholarship audits, and handling the awarding and reconciliation of scholarships. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for drafting admission and scholarship letters, addressing inquiries from prospective applicants regarding application materials, and undertaking miscellaneous projects as needed. Reporting directly to the Director of Admission and Scholarship Operations within the division of Strategic Enrollment Services (SES), the Assistant Director collaborates closely with the Director to uphold the integrity of the admissions process from the completion of an application to the successful enrollment of students. This role requires a detail-oriented and organized individual who can provide leadership and oversight for the seasonal application file review readers and manage the comprehensive admission file review process effectively. The ideal candidate will bring a creative and innovative approach to the design and execution of a student-centered strategic enrollment process. They should be results-driven and enthusiastic about contributing to the overall enrollment strategy, demonstrating resourcefulness, self-motivation, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while advancing projects.