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Salary: $66,300.00 Annually
Location : Manhattan University, Riverdale NY
Job Type: Administrator Full-Time
Department: International Admissions & Partnrsh
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
About the University:
Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or , close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as , and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 3,000 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.
Position Description
The Admissions Specialist serves as a population-specific enrollment professional responsible for recruitment, outreach, advising, and application review for an assigned student segment. Distinct from a generalist Admissions Counselor, the Specialist develops deep expertise in a defined enrollment population, executes targeted recruitment strategies, and contributes meaningfully to institutional enrollment goals, yield strategy, and student success priorities.
This role operates in close coordination with the Senior Director of Transfer and International Admissions and supports the Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing through disciplined funnel management, high-touch student engagement, and data-informed recruitment practices.
The Admissions Specialist is a student-facing enrollment professional responsible for recruiting prospective students, advising families, supporting campus visit programming, and reviewing applications for an assigned territory or market. In alignment with the four Admissions Specialist roles (Traditional Undergraduate, Transfer & Veterans, International, or Graduate), this Specialist is assigned to a primary population focus of International while maintaining the shared core expectations of territory management, outreach/event execution, application evaluation, CRM discipline, and partnership with Financial Aid and campus stakeholders.
This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
Reporting To: Assistant/Director of Admissions or Senior Director of Admissions
Division: Enrollment & Marketing
Job Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment and admissions for international undergraduate and pathway applicants.
• Review international credentials, including transcripts, academic documents, and English proficiency, ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a liaison to international counselors, agents, and educational partners.
• Support SEVIS-related processes in coordination with campus partners (as appropriate to role scope).
• Conduct virtual recruitment presentations, webinars, and international outreach events.
• Guide students and families through visa, enrollment, and transition questions with accuracy and cultural sensitivity.
• Execute targeted international yield strategies and contribute to geographic diversification goals.
• Maintain CRM data integrity to support forecasting and international recruitment evaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required, master's degree preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent writing, and public speaking abilities
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships in a competitive environment
• Enthusiastic personality, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Valid passport and driver's license as required to travel local, domestic and international
• Available to work weekends and evenings as needed
• Experience with SLATE and Banner is a plus
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
• Preference for candidates with prior experience in undergraduate admissions

Manhattan University is an employer.
Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.
Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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