Admissions and Enrollment Coordinators

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Admissions and Enrollment Coordinator is part of the Office of Graduate and Professional Admission in the Peabody College of education and human development at Vanderbilt University. This individual contributor role is responsible for supporting efforts to attract, recruit, and enroll top candidates for all campus and online programs, as well as other non-degree certificates and micro credentials. The position reports to the Senior Director of Strategic Enrollment Management. The Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions collaborates with colleagues in the Dean’s office, faculty, campus partners, and external stakeholders to expand Peabody’s impact and reach. The office’s primary goal is to recruit and support the enrollment of well-qualified students and learners for degree programs and lifelong professional education and credential offerings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required.
2-3 years of experience in higher education admissions and enrollment experience or equivalent.
An aptitude for learning quickly is required.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
Exceptional organizational and project management abilities are essential.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Strong sales skills and time management are needed to handle the multiple tasks placed upon the position.
Experience in utilizing data-driven approaches for decision making and strategy development.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree from an accredited institution in higher education administration, business, public policy, or related field is preferred.
Experience using Slate is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized guidance and support to prospective students throughout the admissions process, addressing questions and concerns to facilitate informed decision-making.
Present at partner organizations, graduate school fairs and undergraduate classrooms on Peabody’s portfolio. Communicate consistently and meaningfully with students via phone, email, and SMS as needed for proper funnel management. Travel if necessary.
Execute prospective student, applicant, admitted student, and enrollment communications in Slate and other approved platforms in alignment with Peabody’s admissions communications strategy. Use approved templates, messaging, and brand standards to ensure students receive accurate, consistent, and student-centered information throughout the enrollment lifecycle. Share student feedback and recurring questions to help inform future communications and outreach efforts.
Assist in the planning and execution of recruitment events, online and in-person information sessions, and outreach activities aimed at engaging prospective students and promoting the advantages of Peabody programs.
Thoroughly assess student applications, facilitate interviews, and engage with faculty to ensure the timely and accurate determination of admissions decisions that align with institutional objectives and priorities.
Literacy with recruitment metrics and data that assesses the effectiveness of recruitment strategies.
Collaborate with the Sr. Director of Strategic Enrollment Management to develop Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) related to recruitment efforts, analyzing data to measure effectiveness and inform continuous improvement strategies.
Maintain accurate and current records of all candidate interactions while leveraging Vanderbilt’s systems and tools to streamline and support recruiting processes.
Partner with all areas of Peabody and Vanderbilt to collaborate on cohesive outreach campaigns, informational sessions, and events that effectively engage early career professionals.
Maintain a thorough understanding of the university's academic offerings, admission requirements, and financial aid options to effectively advise students on their options.