Admissions Visit & Event Manager at Saint Michael's College

Colchester, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

55000.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Management, Student Staff Supervision, Strategic Planning, CRM Management, Budget Management, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Data Analysis, Inclusive Design, Stakeholder Collaboration, Marketing, Communications

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Saint Michael’s College invites applications for an Admission Visit and Event Manager to join a collaborative, student-centered admission team. This position plays a critical role in shaping how prospective students, families, and key influencers experience Saint Michael’s—both on campus and beyond. The Admission Visit and Event Manager is responsible for strategically designing, overseeing, and continuously improving campus visit experiences and admission events that communicate the value of a Saint Michael’s education. Partnering closely with the Director of Admission, this role ensures visits and events are personalized, well-executed, and aligned with institutional enrollment goals. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:    Student Staff Management & Partnership Development * Supervises student workers: Recruits, hires, onboards, trains, and develops a Student Ambassador team to support welcome center management, visits & events, and other Admission activities * Partners with Admission Staff: Establishes a collaborative partnership with the Assistant Director in Admission to support campus events and the student ambassador team, and partners with Admission staff who conduct Information Sessions to ensure the content supports an optimal visit experience * Engages Campus Partners: Maintains collaboration with key areas across campus including athletics, faculty, college leadership, dining, special events office, facilities, security, grounds, marketing, and communications as well as off-campus entities to provide the desired guest experience Manage Daily Visits & Special Events * Defines opportunities to increase visits to campus: Partners with the Director of Admission and other campus partners to develop an annual visit & event strategy that optimizes the potential for campus visits. * Develops an exceptional visit & event experience: Partners with Enrollment Leadership Team to define a visit and event experiences that set Saint Michael’s apart from other colleges. Stays abreast of what other college’s visit experiences are like, evaluates related experiences outside higher education, and defines an experience that is uniquely Saint Michael’s * Plans and manages the coordination of all large on-campus admission events: Partners with the Director of Admission to define a special event strategy that supports critical points in the admission process. May include, but are not limited to, Open House events and Admitted Student Days. Ensures that each event aligns with the stated vision to achieve the goals of the Admission Office * Leverages CRM tool to optimize and track registrations & attendance rates: Utilizes Slate CRM to track and maintain visit & event registrations and optimizes attendance through appropriate and timely visit & event communications * Develops & implements system to monitor and measure impact of visit & events: Monitors the regular evaluation of campus tours, visit events, and overall visit experience through campus visit surveys to implement improvements * Optimizes investment in visit & events: Manages the budget for visit and event related activities, thinking creatively about how to make optimal use of available funds * Designs inclusive visit experience: Ensures that events and visit experiences are purposefully inclusive by design, such as but not limited to considerations for accessible and inclusive language in signage, messaging, and communication; space and location accessibility; hearing and visual accommodations; dietary and food restrictions; and overall equal and equitable access to resources and activities The salary range for this position is $50k-$55k. For the full job description, click here. [https://files.smcvt.edu/publicdocuments/hr/AdmissionsEnrollment/Admission%20Visit%20%20Event%20Manager%202026.pdf] We recognize that people assess their skills and experience differently. Studies have shown that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification listed. However, many of the skills and responsibilities in this role can be developed on the job. If you believe you could bring value to our students and community and meet most of what we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply.  We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.  Benefits include health, dental, vision, employer-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary life, critical illness and accident insurance options, parental leave, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care), 401(k), generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee and dependent tuition benefits, employee and family assistance program, well-being programs and opportunities, discounted gym membership, paid volunteer time, use of the athletic facilities and the library, and countless opportunities to attend presentations, lectures, and other campus activities.       Qualifications:    * Associate or bachelor's degree, or comparable work experience in event management, ideally some within higher education * Experience in college Admission preferred * Prior experience in marketing and communications is preferred * Synthesizes data to analyze complex, multi‑factor situations and develop effective, multi‑step strategies that maximize program and event impact. * Prepares and delivers written and spoken information to small and large groups * Effectively manages meetings * Often in speaking, represents the institution to the audience * Communicates regularly and effectively with a wide range of groups. * Familiarity with Microsoft Office products * Experience with Technolutions Slate (CRM) is optimal, but willingness to learn is required   An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of background checks.   Application Instructions:   Please be prepared to attach the following documents after clicking on Apply Now button:   * Resume/CV   Review of applications will start on immediately. The position will remain open until it is filled.   For a complete job description, benefits information, and to apply online, please visit: Saint Michael's College Careers [https://stmichaels-ibukjb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2]. 

Responsibilities

Strategically design and oversee campus visit experiences and admission events to communicate the value of the institution. Manage the Student Ambassador team and collaborate with campus partners to optimize enrollment goals.