New York University
Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
NYU Wagner announces an exciting opportunity to join senior-level colleagues in educating
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driver behind attracting and enrolling talented and committed students from around the world
in this U.S. News & World Report Top 10 school of public service. With a growing applicant
pool and increasing reputation for providing a transformative educational experience, NYU
Wagner is well-poised to re-shape its competitive enrollment position. The Director of
Admissions and Financial Aid serves a critical role in moving the NYU Wagner strategic plan
forward.
Established in 1938, the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service offers advanced
programs leading to the professional degrees of Master of Public Administration, Master of
Urban Planning, Executive Master of Public Administration, and Doctor of Philosophy. Through
these rigorous programs, NYU Wagner educates the future leaders of public, nonprofit, and
health institutions as well as private organizations serving the public sector. NYU Wagner
prepares serious, talented professionals to face the constantly changing challenges of public
service. Trained in management, policy, and finance, NYU Wagner students graduate with the
skills they need to confront society's most pressing problems.
From all walks of life and from throughout the country and increasingly the world, NYU
Wagner's student body -- as well as Wagner's faculty and alumni -- is bound together by a
common commitment to public service, a commitment that infuses the school's courses,
programs, and activities with a sense of shared purpose: making the world a better place.
NYU Wagner offers a distinctive and dynamic approach to preparing people to serve the public
through education, research, and service. Students enjoy an open, interactive educational
setting that combines classroom learning with direct involvement in research and practice in
management, policy and finance. Combining theory and practice, the Wagner experience
connects the classroom to the real world, where students can act on their values and hone
their skills. Located in the heart of New York City, one of the world's great metropolises,
surrounded by hundreds of nonprofit organizations, health care providers, and government
agencies, NYU Wagner is perfectly positioned to deliver its practical approach, urban focus
and global perspective.
33 lexington road
west hartford, connecticut 06119
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victoria@williamscompany.net
829 west sleeping snake place
tucson, arizona 85755-6566
p 303.902.7250 | efax 303.484.3236
tom@williamscompany.net
The Director of Admissions and Financial Aid manages a full-time staff of 5. He/she develops
admissions and recruitment strategies that will result in modest enrollment growth and bring
greater national and international diversity to the applicant pool. The Director leads strategic
allocation of $2.4 million annually in institutional scholarships to new and returning students. In
conjunction with the Dean and Associate Dean, the Director sets enrollment targets to yield
desired quantity and quality of students using sophisticated data analysis and strategic
enrollment management principles. Serving as the managing member of the Admissions
Committee, the Director works with faculty committee members to understand program
enrollment objectives and implement collaboratively-derived admissions standards in file
review. He/she will guide enrollment data collection, reporting protocol, and admissions
operations, supported by PeopleSoft and Simplicity.
NYUWagner seeks a diverse pool of candidates with:
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7 years or more of progressively responsible experience managing graduate or
professional school admissions/enrollment programs or similar operational/recruitment
activities
A broad understanding of and commitment to public service
A history of building institutional and/or organizational relationships as an enrollment
strategy
Success engaging faculty, alumni and other stakeholders in recruitment
A team-orientation and comfort with ambiguity as new roles and approaches are
clarified
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Experience shaping financial aid strategy in a changing balance of merit and need
considerations
Self-confidence and poise
An entrepreneurial spirit evidenced by creativity in strategy development
An interest in mentoring staff and providing solid support for professional development.
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New York University offers a very competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a
superior benefits package. Victoria J. Dutcher, President of Williams & Company
(www.williamscompany.net) will be leading this search. Applications will be screened as
received beginning July 1, 2011. Interested candidates should apply for this position online via
the NYU website at: www.nyucareers.com. NYU accepts online applications only.
NYU encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.
33 lexington road
west hartford, connecticut 06119
p 860.819.5786 | efax 860.760.6902
victoria@williamscompany.net
829 west sleeping snake place
tucson, arizona 85755-6566
p 303.902.7250 | efax 303.484.3236
tom@williamscompany.net