Director of Admissions

About the role

The Director of Admissions is responsible for overseeing the management of inquiries and the entire process of engaging with and starting new students. This role involves directing the admissions team to maintain a consistent flow of potential inquiries to attract, engage, and vet to ultimately ensure the successful enrollment and matriculation of students into programs that meet their career goals. This is accomplished through managing the admissions process and directing the admissions team in:

• Candidate prospecting and managing inquiries
• Monitoring and review of admissions
• Managing team performance
• Managing and coordinating the admissions process

Requirements

The Director of Admissions must have a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; and five years related managerial experience and/or training (at least three years in admissions); or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Documented success in college admissions
• Exceptional leadership and team building ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to succeed in a dynamic, fast paced environment
• Excellent computer skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines

Schedule

The qualified candidate must have the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.