Assistant Director of Admissions & Scholarship, Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

33d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Admissions team at the Samuel Curtis Johnson School of Management is charged with attracting, selecting, and matriculating a highly talented and diverse class of students for the Two-Year Residential MBA program. Reporting to the Director of Admissions and Scholarship, the Assistant Director plays a key role in the evaluation and selection of candidates for the Two-Year Residential MBA program. Working with minimal supervision and serving as a member of the Admissions Committee, this position is responsible for reviewing applications, conducting candidate interviews, and making recommendations on admissions decisions. In addition, the Assistant Director provides insight and guidance on candidate selection and enrollment yield strategies, while helping to coordinate and assess admissions criteria to inform an effective recruiting plan. The role also supports the development and implementation of marketing and recruitment initiatives through event planning, digital engagement efforts, and alumni partnerships designed to cultivate prospective students and support the matriculation of the incoming class. This position requires frequent domestic and international travel, as well as occasional evening and weekend commitments in support of recruitment and admissions activities. As a member of the Cornell community, the successful candidate will foster a culture of belonging by demonstrating collaboration, respect, inclusion, and a commitment to supporting the success and wellbeing of others.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with two to four years of work experience or equivalent combination.
Professional experience with higher education admissions is required.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills are necessary along with strong presentation skills.
Successful candidate will be organized and have demonstrated follow-through.
Clear understanding, or demonstrated aptitude to understand, higher education issues.
Committed to excellence and to providing high-level customer service.
An outgoing nature that is comfortable working alone but also as a member of a team in a high-volume environment is essential.
Ability to advocate for and effectively support individuals from a broad range of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate inclusive and equitable relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business or education is strongly preferred in addition to experience in admissions for MBA or other graduate business programs or related functional areas including MBA Career Management or MBA Student Services.
Prior experience working with data and with developing reports and conducting analyses is a plus.

Responsibilities

Recruit, evaluate, interview, and provide yield management support for candidates applying to the Two-Year Residential MBA program, serving as a member of the Admissions Committee and recommending admissions decisions.
Manage applicant pipelines within assigned territories, analyze candidate qualifications, and provide insights on admissions strategy, selection, and enrollment yield.
Develop and execute communications and marketing initiatives that engage prospective and admitted students from inquiry through enrollment, including digital communications, website content, social media coordination, and admitted student outreach.
Create, manage, and assess communications campaigns for prospective, admitted, and matriculating students, including financial aid and new student communications.
Coordinate virtual and multi-school recruiting events, online information sessions, and admissions programming to enhance prospective student engagement and support recruitment goals.
Maintain and enhance the Admissions website and online presence, ensuring content accuracy, consistency, and effectiveness.
Leverage Salesforce and related CRM platforms to manage applicant and event data, support communications strategies, analyze admissions trends, and generate reports that inform recruitment and ranking efforts.
Collaborate with internal and external partners, including marketing teams, alumni, affiliate organizations, and university stakeholders, to support admissions, recruitment, and enrollment objectives.
Ensure compliance with university policies and federal, state, and institutional data privacy and security requirements related to admissions operations and student records.
Contribute to special projects and other position-related responsibilities in support of the Admissions team and strategic priorities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Health and personal leave
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program