Director Graduate Admissions

Mercer University
sick time
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
3001 Mercer University Drive (Show on map)
Jul 02, 2025
Director Graduate Admissions Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply. Job Title: Director Graduate Admissions Department: Admissions College/Division: General University Primary Job Posting Location: Atlanta, GA 30341 Additional Job Posting Locations: (Other locations that this position could be based) Job Details: Mercer University seeks a dedicated and innovative admissions professional to serve as its next Director of Graduate Admissions to advance the College of Education's enrollment strategy and growth. Responsibilities: The incumbent leader is responsible for all phases of recruitment, admissions, and student success for graduate programs offered by Tift College of Education. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supervision of recruitment and enrollment team members, recruitment travel, inquiry development, application completion and review, student interviewing, professional presentations, and correspondence. Working with a great degree of independence, the incumbent reports regularly to the AVP of enrollment management, but will work cooperatively with the Dean of the College, all academic Program Directors and Program Coordinators, as well as staff members engaged in marketing and communication, data operations, admissions, alumni and development, and career development functions. The incumbent will supervise the development of education partnership agreements, and articulation agreements to the benefit of all teacher education programs. The Director provides operational leadership in College of Education initiatives related to student enrollment, including Admissions and Recruitment leading to student enrollment. This director-level position reports directly to the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management. The Director of Graduate Admission is expected to: Manage the recruitment and enrollment of qualified graduate students for all Tift graduate initial certification, advanced certification, educational leadership and teacher leadership programs. Oversee the strategy, development, and execution of student search campaigns, Identify sources for the marketing and communications team, such as current students, faculty, and staff, to research information, obtain student quotes and profile information. Cultivate alumni and corporate ambassadors to be utilized in various strategies. Develop and cultivate new education partnerships, along with nurturing existing ones, and provide strategic leadership for leveraging the aforementioned partnerships for the recruitment of new students. Meet with School District leaders, Tech College leaders and Mercer alumni in support of new student recruitment opportunities. Show initiative and leadership in assuming new responsibilities, identifying enrollment opportunities, and setting a standard of professionalism for the admissions staff. Recommend to the Assistant Vice President policy and practices designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the admissions office. Work collaboratively and professionally with Tift faculty and staff, as well as staff members across the University to participate in and/or execute general functions of the office -- student interviews, information sessions, webinars, new student orientation and on-boarding, school visitations, open houses, college fairs, etc. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience in higher education administration or admissions leadership are required. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Database enrollment management techniques; Ability to implement 'state of the art" marketing and recruitment strategies; Planning, organizing and management skills; Leadership and team building skills; Excellent communication skills (writing and speaking); Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications for letters, mailings, etc.; Understanding the specific needs of adult learners and graduate students; Sound knowledge and experience of recruitment, admissions and financial aid. Background Check Contingencies: - Criminal History - Approved Driver's Check Required Document Attachments: - Resume - Cover letter - List of three professional references with contact information Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, s chedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University. For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective/ Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Family: Staff Student Operations Exempt EEO Statement: EEO/Veteran/Disability To apply, visit https://merceruniversity.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/external/job/Atlanta-GA--30341/Director-Graduate-Admissions_25-251 jeid-139bd92d1ca86d419ab99cb50731c04e