685 Director Of Admissions jobs in the United States

• Partnership Development: Identify and establish online education partnerships with employers and transfer colleges. (20%)
• Represent Partnerships: Represent partners in meetings with academic departments and career services teams, tailoring recruitment campaigns to meet clients' workforce needs. (15%)
• Lead Generation Process: Manage all stages of the lead generation process from partners, from initial contact through conversion, using both digital and traditional recruitment channels. (15%)
• Collaborate on Marketing Materials: Work closely with marketing, partners, and compliance teams to create engaging materials. (10%)
• Recruitment Plans: Ensure USU Online Recruitment plans are implemented in coordination with the university's recruitment strategy. This includes managing recruitment specialists, planning recruitment events, coordinating marketing and communication (with USU Online Marketing Manager and other Recruitment leaders), budget management, and associated travel. (10%)
• CRM Management: Manage lead input, recruitment funnel processes, communication, reporting, events, and reporting dashboards. Ensure accurate and timely processing of student communication and applications through the Customer Relationship Management System (i.e., Salesforce Education Cloud). (10%)
• Strategy Assessment and Evaluation: Track statistical data of admissions and enrollment patterns and the effectiveness of recruitment practices. Provide assessment and recommendations to the Executive Director and Vice President. (5%)
• Market Assessment and Evaluation: Collect and assess market research data to track community population growth, employment rates, and other statistical information to predict potential growth markets. Analyze market, competition and other eternal factors that affect recruitment and enrollment efforts. Use data to outline new student goals. (5%)
• Stakeholder Coordination: Coordinate with university partners who work closely with new students, including Admissions, Financial Aid, Orientation, Advising, Registrar's Office, and others. (5%)
• Evaluation: Conduct quantitative and analytical evaluations of all enrollment and recruitment efforts to measure their effectiveness. Develop processes to capture and assess stakeholder input related to the effectiveness of outreach and recruitment strategies. (5%)
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus four years of experience; or master's degree in a related field plus 2 years professional experience in recruitment or enrollment management.
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and provide innovative approaches to complex systems.
• Supervisory experience in managing individuals and teams.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as needed.

• Experience working in Higher Education.
• Experience recruiting for online programs
• Experience developing and managing industry partnerships
• Experience developing successful recruiting strategies for adult learners
• Experience developing comprehensive recruiting plans
• Experience working with a customer relationship management systems
• Successful experience working independently and achieving organizational goals.

• Knowledge of research and information gathering methods and procedures.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Skilled at records maintenance.
• Ability to interact with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment.
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
• Ability to gather and analyze statistical data and generate reports.
• Ability to exercise a high level of creativity, decision making, problem solving, and discretion as work is varied and may be undefined.

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent Dublin is seeking qualified candidates for a Director of Admissions!

BASIS Independent Dublin is set to open in September 2026, bringing our world-class approach to education to a vibrant new community. We're searching for passionate educators, administrators, and support staff who are eager to make a lasting impact. By joining our founding team, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape the culture, programs, and experiences that will inspire generations of students.

What We're Looking For

As the Director of Admissions, you are responsible for putting into play your love for education and your project management expertise, to support the goals and objectives of the team, in addition to helping connect the school to families that are a strong fit for our acclaimed academic program.

You embrace the opportunity to expand your skills and truly grow in an entrepreneurial environment. You will drive results through your tireless work ethic and consistently do what is needed, when it is neededto enroll mission-appropriate students into our program.

Your Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and execute student recruitment strategies to drive application growth and achieve enrollment goals

• Increase awareness of our school admissions through outreach, which includes building relationships with local companies, organizations, associations, communities, and currently enrolled and new families

• Participate in or lead family meetings, tours, entrance exam sessions and playdates, information sessions, open houses, and other admissions-related events

• Direct our Student Ambassador and Shadow Program

• Coordinate enrollment events from concept to implementation

• Have the ability to speak with prospective families knowledgeably and confidently about the school's program

• Support the follow-up with families who are in our admissions pipeline which will include phone calls and e-mails to those on our interest list to build relationships with new families and students, address questions, re-register them for admissions events or connect prospective families with faculty and staff pending on requests

• Write and send enrollment newsletters, blog posts, and other communication to our interest list

• Be the go-to-person for managing and executing our CRM; training will be provided

• Responsible for meeting specific lead and enrollment goals and benchmarks

• Building and maintaining a calendar of events for the year and overseeing registration and preparation (logistics, setup, etc.) for admissions events

• Creating and maintaining outreach list

• Updating PowerPoint presentations

• Setting-up and preparing admissions events

• Evaluating enrollment data with admissions leadership to determine success of marketing efforts and provide analysis that can be translated into enrollment strategies

• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial/start-up environment and adapt to changing priorities and needs

• Big picture thinker capable of proactively thinking of and implementing outside the box for recruitment and outreach strategies

• Strong understanding of admissions funnel and how to optimally engage at each stage

• Database maintenance

• Ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintaining high professional standards

• Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities, creatively problem-solve and to work under pressure

• Effective oral and written communication

• Bachelor's degree in a writing or communications focused degree (such as marketing, communications, History, or English) or work experience in a related field such as sales, fundraising, marketing, media planning, advertising, strategic planning

• Experience within education or a true passion for working within PK-12 education, preferably in admissions

• Must be comfortable with nontraditional work hours; evenings and some weekends per month are a must

• Social media experience

• Microsoft Office (Word, PPT, Excel) skills are absolutely essential

• Strong work-ethic, must be a self-starter

• Must be goal oriented and driven to accomplish defined objectives

• Goal driven

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.

• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.

• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred.

• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance.

• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit.

• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.

Job Description

Position Title: 

Director of Admissions

Job Type

Exempt – Full Time

Reports To

Vice President of Enrollment

Salary

$60,000 – $70,000

North Central University is a dynamic Christian learning community educating students for lives of service throughout society, the marketplace, and the church.  In keeping with its Pentecostal heritage and mission, NCU models and expects excellence in both academic practice and Christian faith.

• Supervise admissions employees by assigning projects, monitoring progress, managing personnel changes, and driving accountability to meet recruitment goals.
• Manage the admissions recruitment team’s performance and motivate staff to consistently achieve enrollment targets.
• Act as the liaison between admissions staff, senior administration, and the business office to facilitate clear communication of policies and decisions affecting the office.
• Participate in university committees and foster cross-departmental partnerships to promote a campus-wide approach to recruitment.
• Represent the Admissions Office across the university by chairing the Admissions Committee and overseeing new student enrollment.
• Collaborate with the Director of Athletics and the Executive Director of One Stop & Student Financial Services to support enrollment and financial aid strategies.
• Recruit, interview, select, and onboard admissions staff to build a mission-aligned, high-performing team.
• Provide ongoing training and development to ensure team members understand office vision, strategy, and job responsibilities.
• Develop, present, and manage the annual Admissions Office budget with thorough cost analysis and detailed itemization.
• Review budget reports monthly to monitor financial performance and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Approve all departmental expenses to maintain fiscal accountability and resource stewardship.

• Act as the primary public relations representative for prospective students, consistently reflecting the university’s Christ-centered mission and values.
• Proactively develop and deepen strategic partnerships with Christian high schools, including administrators, counselors, and campus ministry leaders, to establish new and sustainable enrollment pipelines.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with key community influencers such as District Youth Directors, youth pastors, and school counselors to broaden recruitment networks.
• Represent North Central University at college fairs, high schools, churches, and youth events, focusing on creating meaningful connections that support enrollment growth.
• Host campus visits for individuals and groups, providing personalized guidance and support to prospective students and their families.
• Coordinate the Financial Counseling Center during the start of each semester to assist students and families with financial planning and enrollment readiness.

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of efficient systems (processes and procedures) that support the successful execution of enrollment strategies.
• Strategically acquire and manage prospective student contacts through curated list sources and data partnerships.
• Oversee the admissions CRM and personalized contact management systems data integrity and optimal use.
• Maintain and analyze enrollment reports to provide accurate, actionable data on prospective students to inform recruitment efforts.
• Provide comprehensive oversight and continuous improvement of the campus visit program to enhance prospective student engagement and experience.
• Design, implement, and manage the student recruiter phone outreach program to maximize personal contact and conversion.
• Support and advise on scheduling for recruitment travel and student ministry group initiatives.
• Partner with the Marketing Department to align admissions communications, advertising, and marketing collateral with enrollment goals and brand standards.
• Oversee the merit scholarship program and the strategic use of financial aid as a recruitment tool to attract and enroll qualified students.
• Manage the enrollment process for new students to ensure a smooth transition into the university.

• In collaboration with the Vice President for Enrollment, the University President, and the President’s Council, the Director of Admissions helps shape and lead the development of comprehensive enrollment strategies that support institutional goals and reflect North Central’s mission.

• Define target student profiles that include both academic readiness and spiritual alignment.
• Identify and prioritize key student markets with the greatest potential for growth and mission fit.
• Develop a deep understanding of North Central’s offerings and articulate how they meet the academic, spiritual, and personal needs of students.
• Determine and implement the most effective outreach and communication methods for prospective students and their families.
• Research and evaluate enrollment trends by leading market analysis and using internal and external data to shape informed, effective recruitment strategies.
• Clearly communicate the recruitment strategy to campus stakeholders to foster alignment and engagement.
• Regularly assess competitor institutions to evaluate messaging, positioning, and student value alignment.

Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor degree and a minimum of three years of experience in educational leadership, marketing, admissions, or enrollment management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to deal with a variety of individuals with poise and professionalism.
Ability to be self-motivated and able to function without direct supervision.
Ability to plan and execute activities with attention to detail.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to travel to represent the school as needed.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in written form.
Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills.
Knowledge in computer programming, software and use of programs.
Knowledge in marketing trends and tools.
Knowledge of youth culture.
 

• Medical –  Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement. (ICHRA). Employees receive a contribution from NCU towards an individual health insurance premium through SureCo.
• Dental  – Employee funded. Health Partners
• HSA and FSA –  available through Optum Bank
• Life Insurance  – company funded life with option to add Voluntary Life through New York Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability  – University paid through New York Life
• 403b Retirement  – TIAA or AG Financial. Up to 3% match of employee contributions.
• PTO  – unlimited with black out periods dependent on departmental and academic calendars.

North Central University employs qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, familial status, and status with regard to public assistance. Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

The aforementioned statements are not intended to encompass all functions and qualifications of the position; rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position.  Job incumbents may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

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Lightfully Behavioral Health is a growing leader in mental health treatment providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment and innovative, compassionate care focused on total wellness for those struggling with mental health conditions. Lightfully provides treatment on a full continuum of care including residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and virtual services. With current communities providing best-in-class care in Southern California markets, Lightfully is positioned for dynamic and high-paced growth.

Welcome to a behavioral health services company unlike those that have come before it. One where leaders believe in the healing and nourishing quality of compassion both in treating clients and caring for our people. A safe place to bring your whole self to work and infuse a bit of your own magic into what you do every day. The Lightfully Shining Commitments reflect our commitment to these principles and encourages our staff to deliver exceptional performance through their authenticity, bravery, and grit. We believe that great things can happen when we create space for people to light fully .

Lightfully is seeking a passionate and resourceful professional to oversee our Admissions department. This individual is great at overcoming barriers and compassionately guiding clients in need of higher level mental health care into one of Lightfully's programs. The admissions team is often the first touchpoint a client will have with the Lightfully organization. It's imperative that this person embodies the Lightfully culture, mission, and Shining Commitments, and can effectively communicate the Lightfully care model and program deliverables.

The Director of Admissions is a remote position. This role is responsible for ensuring clients are guided through the admissions process to enter the appropriate LBH program site and level of care. This includes answering calls, helping the client to understand the admissions process or answer any questions they might have, receiving new cases, and managing the admissions team to deliver a concierge level experience to the client. The Director of Admissions is responsible for effectively managing caseloads, motivating and training of admissions staff.

We are looking for someone who gets excited by the thought of growth and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This person is also committed to guiding those in high need of support into the care they desperately need, and introducing clients, families, and providers to a dynamic new team and model.

Job Summary:

The Director of Admissions provides strategic leadership and oversight for the admissions department. This role is responsible for department-wide performance, cross-functional collaboration, and the professional development of the admissions team. The Director ensures alignment with organizational goals and fosters a values-driven, high-performing culture.

Major Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy

• Lead the vision, development, and performance of the admissions department.
• Supervise the Admissions Manager and support professional development across the team.
• Own key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive department-wide improvements in conversion and client experience.

Daily Operations

• Maintain a deep understanding of real-time admissions performance in relation to daily, weekly, and monthly goals.
• Analyze pacing and trend data; communicate updates, risks, and summaries to executive leadership.
• Collaborate daily with the Admissions Manager to assess team coverage, performance barriers, and urgent issues.
• Provide visibility and strategic support during team huddles and counselor check-ins.
• Participate in census, pipeline, and strategic meetings to align admissions with broader operational priorities.
• Guide staffing strategy and long-range coverage planning based on trends and anticipated volume.

Personnel Management

• Provide supervision, support, and coaching to employees. Other supervisory activities include (but are not limited to):
• Interviewing, hiring, goal development, onboarding and ensuring continuous training requirements and compliance items are met.
• 1:1 and team meetings to discuss successes, challenges, new projects, innovations, company changes, etc.
• Timely coaching and disciplinary action (delivery and documentation) as needed.
• Completing performance reviews for employees within company designated timeframes.
• Maintain employees' timecards in Payroll system, ensuring the correct hours are accounted for, overtime is managed, and paid-time off requests are promptly addressed.

Escalations and Complex Cases

• Serve as the point of contact for high-acuity, high-risk, or emotionally complex family cases.
• Partner with legal, clinical, and leadership stakeholders to resolve sensitive issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing, clinical, finance, utilization review, and operations to ensure aligned, efficient admissions processes.
• Represent admissions in cross-departmental initiatives and new program development.

Compliance and Quality Oversight

• Ensure adherence to documentation, call quality, and regulatory standards.
• Audit counselor documentation in conjunction with the Admissions Manager to identify trends, gaps, and coaching opportunities.
• Lead audit readiness efforts and drive quality improvement initiatives.

Specific Skills/Competencies:

• Proven ability to lead teams, develop strategy, and drive performance.
• Strong analytical, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Deep understanding of compliance, client care, and operational excellence.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to communicate with individuals over phone, electronic correspondence, and in-person.
• Able to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
• Ability to operate in occasionally noisy environments.

Mental/Social Requirements:

• Must be able to demonstrate working effectively with and showing respect to all staff, including those from diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, socioeconomic, sexual preferences and/or identities, gender identities/expression, and political backgrounds.
• Must demonstrate ability to navigate crisis and solving problems independently, using best judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Must maintain a positive, friendly, and welcoming attitude with staff and clients at all LBH facilities and within the organization.
• Must utilize professional communication when addressing issues with staff, vendors and or clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field, required. Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in admissions or healthcare operations.
• Must pass a background check.
• This is a remote position and requires the ability to perform all duties and responsibilities from home.
• May require occasional travel for in-person meetings or site visits.

The pay range for this position is $75,000-$00,000 annually. This position is bonus-eligible.

The pay range for this position is 75,000- 100,000 annually. This position is bonus-eligible.

At Lightfully, we believe in caring for our team as much as we care for our clients. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our benefits for full-time employees include:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Self-care days
• 401(k) plan
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• A supportive, mission-driven culture that values authenticity, connection, and integrity

Join to apply for the Associate Director of Admissions role at Tessellations School 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Associate Director of Admissions role at Tessellations School Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Tessellations School. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $15,000.00/yr Tessellations School is pleased to work with DRG to conduct this search. Background Serving gifted students and their families from Pre-K to Grade 12, Tessellations (Tessie) provides an appropriately challenging experiential education that recognizes and nurtures the individual strengths of gifted learners, empowering them to confidently express who they are and pursue a meaningful life. Often when students start at Tessie, it is the first time they feel like they’re interacting with intellectual peers.Whether discussing every airplane model that was ever built since the first flight or explaining to another student the concept of infinity, students greet each other’s interests with kindness and awe. Tessie teachers foster their students’ curiosity and are appropriately attuned to the corresponding sensitivities that some of these learners display. Exploration, openness, and a commitment to meet the developmental needs of all its students is what you’ll find at the heart of this new and still developing school. Born out of the demand of Silicon Valley’s families, Tessie opened in 2020 through a collaboration between a group of like-minded families and educators. In just five years, Tessie has grown from serving 30 gifted learners online to almost 300 on a 9.4-acre main campus, as well as an additional local nature campus that provides easy access to the outdoor exploration—a key part of the project-based program. Tessie’s promise is to support gifted learners in their education and development so that these young people develop the mindset and skills to contribute to creative and innovative life-changing solutions. Opportunities and Challenges The Associate Director of Admissions at Tessie will be a key contributor to this growing school. Keeping true to the mission and vision, the Associate Director will play an important role in recruitment, retention, marketing, and communications for and about the school. In its opening years, the admissions team has used a labor-intensive individual evaluation process (Gifted Qualitative Analysis) for each student considering joining the Tessie community. A strong admissions process that identifies, admits, and supports kids who need Tessie and whose needs Tessie can meet must continue to be a hallmark of the school. To maintain its identity as a school for gifted students, assessing fit is a priority and refining the system to allow for quicker feedback and determination will be important. A core component in the current phase of Tessie will be building out the Middle School and Upper School population especially. Helping to get word out to the larger community and making the case for why Tessie will be an opportunity for the Associate Director of Admissions to have a significant voice. The Position: Associate Director of Admissions The Associate Director of Admissions for PK-12 at Tessellations plays a critical role in the recruitment and enrollment process for prospective students from preschool through twelfth grade. 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Inquiry Management: Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from prospective families via email, phone, or in-person visits, providing accurate information about the school's programs, admissions requirements, and application procedures. Data Management and Integrity: Support accurate and up-to-date records of prospective student inquiries, applications, and enrollment status using the school's admissions management software or database, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. Tour Coordination: Manage and conduct campus tours for prospective families, showcasing the school's facilities, programs, and community culture in a welcoming and informative manner. Interviews and Assessments: Conduct interviews and student assessments as part of the admissions process, evaluating prospective students' readiness and fit for the school's academic and extracurricular programs. Application Review: Assist in reviewing and evaluating applications for admission, working closely with the admissions committee to assess each candidate's qualifications and suitability for enrollment. Financial Aid Support: Provide information and guidance to prospective families regarding financial aid options, assisting with the application process and answering questions about tuition assistance programs and scholarships. Marketing Support: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and update marketing materials, including brochures, website content, social media posts, and other promotional materials to attract prospective families and showcase the school's strengths. Event Management: Plan and coordinate admissions events such as open houses, information sessions, and student shadow days, helping to ensure successful attendance and engagement from prospective families. Some evening and weekend work is required. Follow-Up and Communication: Maintain regular communication with prospective families throughout the admissions process, providing updates on application status, upcoming events, and next steps to facilitate a seamless transition to enrollment. Strategic Decision-Making: Experience in managing and interpreting admissions data, contributing to nuanced decision-making processes. Other: Complete other responsibilities, as needed, and assigned by the Director of Admissions or the Head of School. This may include some weekend/evening events and/or, as a young school, participation with activities outside of admissions. Desired Qualifications and Qualities Education, Experience, and skills Bachelor's degree in education, marketing, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience Previous experience in independent school admissions, enrollment management, or related field, preferably in an educational setting Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an engaging, warm personality and customer service-oriented approach Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Proficiency with admissions management software and Google suite of products Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Confident in discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential admissions information Understanding of educational trends, enrollment strategies, and marketing principles Experience with gifted education is a plus Experience with Ravenna is a plus Personal Characteristics Self-motivated, ability to navigate competing demands and projects, and excellent work habits Excitement for and commitment to contributing ideas and developing systems High standards of ethics, moral character, and professionalism, and serves as a positive role model Understands boundaries and embraces responsibility for the care of students Promotes a trust-based community by keeping appropriate confidences Manages time effectively and meets deadlines and commitments Communicates and responds to all school communications in a timely manner Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to change as needed Kind, friendly, and enjoys being with people Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. 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Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.

The Associate Director of Admissions is charged with overseeing and leading one or more broad work areas of the office and the associated programs that support the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of entering undergraduate classes at Caltech. The individual in this position is the primary person responsible for working alongside the Senior Associate Director of Admissions, Marketing, to play a crucial role in developing and executing communication strategies to engage prospective students and their families, school counselors, and community-based organizations. The Associate Director also serves as an Admissions Officer with territory responsibilities that include representing the Institute both on and off campus, giving information sessions, reading applicant files and participating fully in the selection of the new class.

The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Weekend and evening work hours will be required. Travel will be required to visit assigned international and national territories. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or division.

Reporting directly to the Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, the Associate Director of Admissions performs the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans and communications calendar to support admissions goals with prospective undergraduate students.
• Craft and write compelling and persuasive content for various communication channels with a focus on the recruitment of brilliant STEM minds.
• Monitor and report on the performance of communications initiative, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Lead the Office's Visitor Experience programs and initiatives.
• Responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising seasonal application readers during peak reading season.
• Maintains an efficient, collegial, and proactive work environment within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and with collaborating departments.
• Serve as the second in command of the marketing and communications arm of the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
• Able to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as a collaborative member of the Institute in support of the Institute's strategic vision and the division's annual goals with a high standard of integrity and ethics.
• Perform recruiting and admission functions for a designated national territory, including high school visits, correspondence, reading admission materials and rendering an admission decision, attending admission meetings, following up with admitted students, serving as a liaison with high school counselors, and counseling families and students on the admissions process.
• International travel may also be required.
• Represents the Office of Undergraduate Admissions with various constituents within Caltech.
• Coordinate special projects/tasks and provide assistance as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing communications and marketing campaigns.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• A valid driver's license is required or equivalent means of reliable transportation to off-site meetings and events.

• Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience in selective college admissions or higher education.
• Proficiency in using CRM systems, particularly Technolutions Slate.

• Resume.
• Cover Letter.

$70,300 - $84,600 Per Year

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.

Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position.

If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at

Additionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at

• Manage a recruitment territory by cultivating and maintaining relationships with prospective students, parents, counselors, independent educational consultants, and alumni/parent volunteers.
• Read, evaluate, and make recommendations about undergraduate applications.
• Maintain effective communications within Enrollment Management Division, Registrar and Academic Divisions to facilitate strategic efforts in application processes.
• Travel domestically and potentially internationally on behalf of the college for up to 6-8 weeks in the fall and 2-3 weeks in the spring annually.
• Represent the university by conducting and/or attending on-campus, off-campus or virtual information sessions, presentations, forums, receptions, open houses, school visits and college fairs.
• Collaborate as a thought leader and implementation partner with the Director of Recruitment and Dean of Admissions to develop and execute student recruitment initiatives.
• Supports the development and analysis of recruitment markets for undergraduate admissions.
• Act as a leader in performance and accountability to admission counseling staff on consistent best practices in admissions, guest hospitality, and collaboration; may support in training new staff.
• Lead territory management meetings, assessing opportunities and gaps for improvement and providing a sounding board for admission counselors to collaborate and share.
• Manage at least two major admission functions that serve to advance the goals of admission and enrollment management and the core mission of the division (ex. student worker program, key yield events, CBO partnerships and college outreach).
• Supervise department staff and/or student employees. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring processes, setting of expectations, training and professional development, performance management and evaluations, and disciplinary processes including termination of employment.
• Serve as a key member of the first-year recruitment team as well as support transfer admissions as needed.

• Required: Bachelor's degree.
• Required: Three to five years of advancing professional college admission experience.
• Preferred: Master's degree in higher education, business, or related field.
• Preferred: Demonstrated experience working within in a CRM, preferably SLATE.
• Preferred: 2 years or more experience supervising and managing professional staff.
• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Or a combination of equivalent education and/or experience.

• Required: Valid Driver's License.

• Understanding of U.S. higher education enrollment management trends and challenges.
• Ability to research, analyze and make data-informed decisions that result in strategic plans.
• Effective coaching, mentoring and management of peers.
• Ability to achieve enrollment goals and utilize proven educational enrollment techniques.
• Monitor current enrollments daily and execute techniques to accomplish enrollment goals in relation to individual goals and as established by leadership.
• Strong orientation towards taking initiative and ownership of programs by being proactive with projects, assignments, and process improvements.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills; strong public speaking skills.
• Strong and effective interpersonal and customer service skills
• Competence with and commitment to inclusive excellence; ability to be an effective partner with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships, professional rapport, and effectively accomplish work within a University setting that includes a wide array of individuals, groups, policies, and processes.
• Effective ability to use and learn computers, technology, software, and applications at level of sophistication required for the duties of the position, including, without limitation, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the internet, and computerized maintenance management systems.
  • All University of Portland positions require the ability to quickly learn and use new technologies, software, and applications in depth and at level of proficiency required for duties of the position. In most situations, the necessity of learning, using, and supporting new technologies, software, and/or applications does not change a job description nor make the position one that involves higher level duties.

• Frequently: sit, perform desk-based computer tasks; use fine manipulation and grasp; use a telephone; write by hand; sort and file paperwork; lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• As necessary: stand and walk; twist; lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently: ability to attend events and activities on or off campus.
• Frequently: ability to interact and communicate with members of the University and others as necessary.
• Frequently: ability to travel by car or air.

• Hours of employment: sometimes may require working flexible and/or longer hours, including nights and weekends, when necessitated by projects.
• Stress from work-related situations such as those involving challenging, important, urgent, time-sensitive, or multiple matters.
• Travel: travel via car or air.

• Respect for the University's mission and Catholic identity: demonstrates commitment to learning, respecting, and contributing to the mission of the University, a Catholic and Congregation of Holy Cross institution. The University's mission statement states in relevant part: "we pursue teaching and learning, faith and formation, service and leadership in the classroom, residence halls, and the world." The University's Statement of Inclusion states in relevant part: "Our belief in the inherent dignity of each person is founded upon the social teaching of the Catholic Church. At the center of that teaching is the fundamental mandate that every person, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, social or economic class, age, or disability shall be treated with respect and dignity."
  • The full Mission Statement is at:
  • The full Statement of Inclusion is at:
• Promote culture of safety: demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Compliance with laws and policies and procedures: subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University, departmental, and other applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to, the personnel, business, and/or other policies of the University.
• Compliance with driving-related laws and requirements: when conducting university business while driving, must comply with the Oregon Vehicle Code and University of Portland driving requirements.
• Interpersonal skills: demonstrates the ability to work professionally with all University of Portland community members, external organizations, and any other person or organization employee interacts with in his or her University capacity.

ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Associate Director, Transfer Admissions to join our team.

The salary range for this position: $68,000.00 - 72,000.00

Finalsalary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to therole, and internal equity.

About ArtCenter
Foundedin 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, ArtCenter College of Design is a globalleader in art and design education and has had an international reputation forits rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strongties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. ArtCenter is aprivate nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and UniversityCommission (WSCUC).

Every position atArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals,strategic vision, and mission of the College. This includes upholding andcultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyonefeels a sense of belonging.

Reporting to the associate vice president, Undergraduate Admissions, the associate director is responsible for developing the College's transfer student pipeline, working closely with transfer students, and building strong relationships with community colleges. The incumbent will further the College's relationships with local community colleges by supporting the development of pathways and articulation agreements and programming that engages the transfer student population. Recruitment activities include presenting the College's programs and philosophy of education to prospective students, families, transfer centers, and teachers; counsel on the application and transfer credit awarding process; and assessing the student's portfolio of work as it pertains to our highly specialized undergraduate majors.

The incumbent is assigned to a caseload of prospective students and is charged with maintaining strategic communication with them and encouraging them to become applicants when they meet the College's requirements. Recruitment travel will be required from September to April, and weekend and evening hours will also be required throughout the year. The position will also attend local high school recruitment events and visits throughout the year.

This is a full-time in-region position. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position is eligible for flexible scheduling and can be performed hybrid with the expectation of at least 3 days in the office or required as a condition of employment which could include weekends or evenings. The job requires local travel. The College reserves the right to modify schedules as needed to meet the business needs with appropriate notice.

Essential Functions

Counseling and Portfolio Reviews - 35%

• Counsel prospective students on the College's admissions requirements, curriculum, financial aid policies, and transfer credit policies, as well as on career options within the visual arts and industrial design
• Evaluate students' portfolios and provide advice on their readiness to apply; offer a plan of action for students who are not ready to apply
• Provide continuous support to students through all aspects of the admissions and transfer process from inquiry through enrollment, with an emphasis on explaining transfer credit policies, pathway and articulation agreements, and understanding post-admission transfer credit evaluations
• Responsible for actively managing a caseload of prospective students and applicants by participating in communication campaigns for various prospective student constituencies and conducting follow-up with prospective and admitted students by phone, email, video and CRM integrated SMS text message
• Manage SMS and email inboxes in Slate CRM
• Participate in admissions reviews as part of the Admissions Committee; evaluate applicant essays

• Develop articulation and pathway agreements with local community colleges for various undergraduate majors at the College and update agreements as new course catalogs and curricula are released
• Work with Admissions leadership to track data on trends in transfer students and community college enrollment to inform transfer student recruitment strategies and ways to increase transfer student enrollment
• Work with Admissions leadership to develop transfer student resources and ensure accuracy of transfer policies across Admissions communications, publications, and the web
• Assist Admissions leadership in onboarding admissions counselors and assistant directors on transfer credit policies and best practices for counseling prospective transfer students
• Consult with Admissions Operations to clarify transfer credit awarding policies as needed

• Build relationships with faculty at local community colleges and secure classroom visits for presentations, workshops, and portfolio reviews
• Develop rapport with transfer centers, veteran and international office staff and articulation officers at community colleges to expand recruitment opportunities for transfer students of various lived experiences
• Host and develop programming to engage and inform transfer students and community college faculty and staff
• Represent the College at events such as Portfolio Days, college fairs, transfer days, panels and other recruitment events for prospective undergraduate students
• Organize and manage California Art Schools Transfer Panels at partner community colleges
• Responsible for planning all local and out-of-town trips to visit promising schools as well as booking and conducting virtual visits as appropriate
• Become versed in the curricula and portfolio requirements for each major as well as in general financial aid and international student visa processes
• Contribute to the development of digital marketing, email and text communications plans and print collateral for prospective transfer students
• Provide information to tour groups and conduct campus tours of both campuses as needed
• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of virtual and in-person recruitment events as needed including, but not limited to National Portfolio Days, Open House, information sessions, workshops, Accepted Student events, etc.

• Serve on educational or institutional committees as appropriate
• Represent ArtCenter at outside events/conferences as necessary and appropriate
• Maintain memberships and active involvement in applicable professional organizations

• Bachelor's degree in a visual art or design field, art history, marketing, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in higher education in a similar role or advising or counseling
• Must be able to organize and strategize recruitment activities in a timely and logical way
• Extensive public speaking experience and comfort engaging with multiple audiences both in person and online on platforms such as Zoom
• Effective oral and written communication skills in order to communicate with staff and the campus community, prospective students, parents, collaborate, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to recognize the confidential nature of ArtCenter business and handle all information with tact and discretion
• Demonstrated experience in cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment into workplace practices within ArtCenter's diverse communities
• Ability to solve problems, organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines; ability to work effectively with a focus on customer service and the student experience
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to conduct research and utilize data meaningfully
• Ability to enforce and implement policies and procedures
• Ability to travel locally and domestically for recruitment activities and to work occasional weekends and evening hours to staff events
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel

• Master's degree in studio art, higher education, marketing, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Prior experience within an educational or non-profit organization
• Prior experience in an Admissions office working with transfer students
• Prior experience using Slate CRM software
• Prior experience working in a hybrid capacity using tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams