Director of Admission, Graduate & Professional Studies

Baldwin Wallace University - Berea, OH

Full-time - Manager

Berea, OH

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About the position

The Director of Admission for Graduate and Professional Studies at Baldwin Wallace University is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Vice President for Enrollment Management. This role involves planning, implementing, and directing various institutional programs and services to meet the enrollment needs of the University, particularly for graduate and professional students. The Director holds budget responsibility and ensures that departmental activities align with the University's mission and strategic plan. Responsibilities include participating in admission activities, supervising counseling staff, and building relationships with stakeholders to enhance recruitment initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall recruitment plan for the University's graduate and professional studies programs, particularly in health science and education.
• Supervise professional counseling staff and graduate interns, including training, management, and mentoring.
• Collaborate with university stakeholders to advance recruitment initiatives.
• Partner with program directors and academic chairs to establish admission criteria and application requirements.
• Create marketing materials for recruitment goals and update graduate program webpages.
• Manage execution of new program launches in collaboration with Enrollment Services and the University.
• Evaluate applications and manage communication/operations of programs within assigned territories.
• Designate annual staff territory assignments and monitor progress of program initiatives.
• Collaborate on annual reports for program accreditation reviews.
• Manage daily CRM functions including application review and event planning.
• Manage admission team calendar and appointment schedules.
• Collaborate with Financial Aid to ensure prospective students receive financial aid offers.
• Serve on the Enrollment Leadership Team to establish new admission initiatives and set enrollment goals.
• Plan and implement programs with budget responsibility.
• Adhere to all college and departmental policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• 4-7 years of middle-management experience in admission or a related area.
• Strong public relations skills and ability to work in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of web and technology in marketing.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills with problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to network and support effective partnerships.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license required.

Nice-to-haves

• Statistical background helpful.

Benefits

• Baldwin Wallace University is an EEO/AA employer and educator.
• Encouragement for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
• Support for diversity in various forms.