Director of Admissions

Waterville, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 04-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks Thomas College as a top college in Maine for social mobility. Our clear career focus and one-of-a-kind Guaranteed Job Program makes it possible to advance faster in the arts and sciences business and education. Earn an undergraduate degree in three years and then choose from a variety of in-person or online graduate degree programs that can be completed in one-year or two. Located in Waterville Maine Thomas College is your pathway to a promising future guaranteed. Learn more at .

The Director of Admissions plays a critical role in supporting the Colleges mission by overseeing the day-to-day functions of the undergraduate admissions office leading a dynamic team of admissions professionals and ensuring a student-centered data-informed recruitment process. Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing the Director will be responsible for achieving annual undergraduate enrollment goals through effective execution of recruitment strategies staff supervision and high-quality engagement with college stakeholders.

The Director of Admissions will oversee recruitment activities: inquiry generation high school visits college fairs campus events and virtual outreach. Build and sustain relationships with school counselors community colleges and external partners. Oversee application review ensuring consistency fairness and timeliness. Develop and monitor the admissions budget ensuring effective use of resources. Hire train supervise and evaluate admissions counselors and staff.

Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred. At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in admissions or enrollment management with supervisory responsibilities. Demonstrated success in meeting undergraduate recruitment goals. Strong leadership team-building and coaching skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to present to diverse audiences. Proficiency with CRM systems (Slate preferred) student information systems and data analysis tools. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Must have strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to build trust across diverse audiences. Ability to analyze enrollment data and adjust recruitment strategies accordingly.

Thomas offers a competitive benefits package to include:

Medical insurance dental insurance life insurance disability insurance 6% 403(b) matching plan paid vacation paid sick leave thirteen paid holidays on-site gym meal discounts and free tuition for employees spouse and dependent children.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter resume and names of three professional references. Please include an email address on your application materials.

Thomas College is an equal opportunity employer.
Thomas Colleges mission is to prepare students for success in their personal and professional lives and for leadership and service in their communities.

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