Assistant Director of Admissions

Western Colorado University • Gunnison, CO

10d • $57,000 - $61,000

About The Position

Western Colorado University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Director of Admissions. Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the position provides operational leadership, develops team capabilities, and executes strategies supporting the Admissions Team and broader Enrollment Division. The role works closely with admissions, marketing, and financial aid.

This on-campus or Front Range remote position manages an assigned recruitment territory and supervises and trains admissions counselors, student ambassadors, and other support staff. It also assists with budget management, travel planning, and admissions-office operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in higher education, business, marketing, and/or sales.
• Experience managing a team.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill leading teams to meet or exceed objectives.
• Ability to be a strategic thinker, problem solver, and process innovator.
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionally in a matrixed, integrated work and leadership environment.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, CRM software, and internet use.
• Ability to work long days or weekends during peak admissions season and travel out of state when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies to achieve enrollment goals within assigned territories.
• Conduct high school visits, college fairs, virtual events, and other outreach activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with counselors, community partners, students, and families.
• Evaluate applications and make admissions decisions in accordance with university policies.
• Manage applicant records and admissions workflows in CRM and student information systems.
• Support process improvements and compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations.
• Analyze recruitment and enrollment data to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with Financial Aid, Marketing, Academic Affairs, Athletics, and Student Success partners to advance enrollment objectives.
• Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, and special projects as a member of the admissions leadership team.
• Supervise and train admissions counselors, student ambassadors, and other support staff.
• Assist with budget management, travel planning, and admissions-office operational processes.

Benefits

• Shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Dental insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Life insurance and other insurance options.
• After one year of employment, free undergraduate tuition for dependents enrolled full time, for up to four years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager