Assistant Director of Admissions

Specific Responsibilities

• Support and uphold COM-approved admissions policies and procedures, ensuring compliance throughout the admissions process.
• Aid the Director of Admissions in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the admissions office, ensuring departmental goals, timelines, and deadlines are met.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of admissions data.
• Assist in reviewing applicant files and ensuring applications progress through the admissions process in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the Admissions Committee in the review of applications and the implementation of committee decisions.
• Represent KHSU-KansasCOM at recruitment events, conferences, and outreach activities to promote the College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Aid in planning and executing admissions events, including interview days, campus visits, tours, webinars, and other recruitment initiatives.
• Respond to prospective student inquiries and provide accurate, timely, and professional guidance throughout the admissions process.
• Collaborate with the Admissions Event Coordinator to ensure successful execution of admissions-related events.
• Support the development and maintenance of recruitment materials and promotional resources in collaboration with Marketing and other institutional partners.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and institutional partners to support enrollment goals and ensure effective communication across departments.
• Train, mentor, and support admissions staff while fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Inform the Director of Admissions of departmental activities, progress toward goals, and emerging issues requiring attention.
• Serve as the operational lead for the admissions office in the absence of the Director of Admissions, as assigned.
• Collaborate with the Admissions Event Coordinator to oversee the Admissions Ambassador Program for current medical students.

Assessment & Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and report admissions and recruitment data to support strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other materials to support departmental and institutional decision-making.
• Monitor admissions trends and recommend process improvements that enhance applicant experience and operational effectiveness.