Amy Driscoll
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic Director of Admissions with over 10 years of diverse recruitment and admissions experience at college and elementary school level. Inspiring, innovative leader with practiced success using technology to upgrade admissions to contemporary levels to attract new generation of students. Dedicated to exceeding institution's goals and diversity standards within budget and timeline. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Admissions
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies for recruitment and admissions of new students.
- Assessed applications, conducted interviews, and evaluated credentials to determine eligibility for admission.
- Facilitated communication between prospective students, faculty, staff and other departments.
- Prepared reports on enrollment trends to inform institutional planning decisions.
- Managed student data systems related to admissions activities.
- Collaborated with faculty members in developing admission criteria for various academic programs.
- Worked with Social Media Coordinator to develop marketing materials such as brochures, fliers, newsletters. to promote the school's offerings.
Director of Admissions, Norfolk Campus
Johnson and Wales University
Norfolk, VA
03.2001 - 09.2003
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the enrollment of the Norfolk Campus.
- Attended regular meetings with Admissions Directors from other campuses to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Supervised tour guides
- Organized regular Open Houses for prospective students
- Assessed applications, conducted interviews, and evaluated credentials to determine eligibility for admission.
Education Program Manager
American Meat Institute
Arlington, Virginia
04.1999 - 12.2000
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for educational programs.
- Managed the budget for all education programs, ensuring that resources were allocated efficiently.
- Facilitated communication between team members working on various aspects of a given project.
- Provided on-site management of special events to ensure smooth execution of plans.
- Communicated regularly with clients throughout the planning process to ensure their needs were met.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials such as invitations, brochures or flyers promoting upcoming special events.
- Collaborated closely with internal teams such as IT staff or audio and visual technicians when necessary.
- Managed online registration systems for attendees prior to an event taking place.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and accommodations for guest speakers or performers invited to attend an event.
- Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
- Coordinated and managed all logistics for special events, including venue selection, catering, decorations, entertainment, transportation and security.
Admissions Counselor
Sweet Briar College
Sweet Briar, Virginia
06.1995 - 07.1998
- Provided guidance and support to prospective students on the admissions process.
- Assisted in the development of recruitment strategies to attract a diverse student body.
- Conducted college tours for high school students and their families.
- Coordinated campus visits and interviews with prospective students.
- Reviewed applications, evaluated transcripts, and made decisions regarding admission status.
- Developed relationships with local high schools and community organizations to promote college access programs.
- Organized events such as open houses, information sessions, and other outreach activities.
- Maintained accurate records of all inquiries, applicants, acceptances, denials, and withdrawals from admission processes.
Education
Master of Arts - M.Ed in Counseling Education
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA06-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sweet Briar College
Sweet Briar, Virginia05-1992
Skills
- Student Recruitment
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Interviewing techniques
- Career Counseling
- Transportation Coordination
- Food and Beverage Management
- Social Media Promotion
- Venue Selection
- Registration management
- Program Scheduling
- Meeting planning
Affiliations
- Cantor at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church
- Occasionally help with choir at St. Gregory the Great Catholic school
- Attending movies with my family
- Reading
- Attend regular classes at One Life fitness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Admissions
St. Gregory the Great Catholic School
07.2015 - Current
Director of Admissions, Norfolk Campus
Johnson and Wales University
03.2001 - 09.2003
Education Program Manager
American Meat Institute
04.1999 - 12.2000
Admissions Counselor
Sweet Briar College
06.1995 - 07.1998
Master of Arts - M.Ed in Counseling Education
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Sweet Briar College
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