OVERVIEW The Admissions Officer (Undergraduate Admissions) at Johns Hopkins University plays a central role in recruiting and evaluating applicants for first-year and transfer admission. Working within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, this position manages assigned domestic and/or international territories and represents the university to prospective students and school partners. The role combines strategic outreach, holistic application review, and collaboration on broader admissions initiatives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Recruit prospective undergraduate students for first-year and transfer admission across assigned domestic and/or international territories. – Conduct in-person and virtual recruitment activities to engage prospective students and families. – Review and evaluate applications as part of the undergraduate admissions process. – Build and maintain relationships with secondary schools and school counselors. – Support undergraduate admissions programming and events. – Contribute to office-wide projects, including international recruitment planning. – Participate in initiatives related to access and diversity within the admissions process. REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Admissions Officers serve as the primary connection between the university and prospective students, shaping who gains access to educational opportunities. Through thoughtful recruitment and application review, this role directly influences the composition and diversity of the undergraduate student body. The position also supports institutional goals by strengthening relationships with schools and advancing inclusive admissions practices. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate your experience with student recruitment, outreach, or admissions-related work, especially if it includes international or geographically diverse territories. – Highlight examples of relationship building with schools, counselors, or community partners to show your ability to represent an institution effectively. – Emphasize skills in application review, evaluation, or decision-making that align with holistic admissions practices. – Showcase comfort with both in-person and virtual engagement, as flexibility in recruitment formats is essential. – Reflect an understanding of access, diversity, and inclusion initiatives in higher education, and how you have supported similar efforts. – Tailor your application to Johns Hopkins University by articulating your interest in its mission and undergraduate community.