Executive Director of Admissions

About the Company

Recognized public land-grant research university

Industry Education Management

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1869

Employees 5001-10,000

Categories

Education Best College in Nebraska Big Ten Big Ten Conference Colleges & Universities Colleges in Nebraska Go Big Red Husker Nebraska University of Nebraska Communities E-Learning Higher Education Social Entrepreneurship Universities

Specialties

education research outreach and innovation

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Admissions to lead the strategic efforts in undergraduate admissions and recruitment. The successful candidate will be tasked with the critical mission of attracting and enrolling a talented and diverse student population. This leadership role involves guiding the work of the Office of Admissions and academic units, overseeing a significant budget, and serving as the internal authority on all admissions decisions and processing. The Executive Director will also be the external voice for the value of a degree from the institution, engaging with students and families in innovative and entrepreneurial ways.

Applicants for the Executive Director of Admissions position at the company should be collaborative, transparent, and innovative, with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. The role requires a visionary leader with the confidence to take calculated risks and a commitment to serving as a campus leader. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in admissions and recruitment, with the ability to work effectively within a diverse and dynamic academic environment. A background in higher education, particularly in admissions or related fields, is highly desirable. The company is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Hiring Manager Title Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Services and Enrollment Management

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/President Non-Profit Management Education/Academic Administration Operations Strategy