Director of Graduate School Admissions

Capitol Technology University•Laurel, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Director of Graduate School Admissions will play a crucial role in recruitment, evaluation, and enrollment processes for the Graduate School. The Director will be a highly motivated individual with strong organizational and interpersonal skills, who is passionate about growing enrollment and ensuring a smooth admissions pathway for prospective students. This is a full-time 12-month, exempt position on our beautiful 52-acre campus in Laurel, MD, on the Baltimore Washington parkway.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
Possess at least 5 years of experience in higher education
Possess proficiency with CRM and SIS (Jenzabar and Salesforce is preferred)
Exhibit an ability to perform administrative duties with speed and accuracy
Possess the ability to develop successful partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Possess excellent project management skills
Possess the ability to work independently in a fast-paced office environment
Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Jenzabar and Salesforce proficiency

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive, data-driven recruitment plans to increase enrollment and attract a diver applicant pool
Build strategic partnerships with institutions, employers, and professional organizations to strengthen student recruitment channels
Oversee the evaluation of applications, ensure consistent and holistic reviews, and finalize acceptance or rejection decisions in coordination with academics
Train and mentor admissions team members
Track and analyze enrollment metrics and application trends to report directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs
Design and supervise targeted communication plans to guide prospective students through the application process and yield admitted students
Support Graduate School operations as needed
Perform other duties as required