Director of Admissions

Category:: Full-time Staff

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Department:: Enrollment Management - Admissions

Locations:: Lowell, MA

Posted:: Sep 25, 2025

Closes:: Oct 16, 2025 - 11:59 PM EDT

Type:: Full-time

Position ID:: 193254

About Middlesex Community College

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.

Job Description

Title: Director of Admissions

Unit: Non-Unit Professional (NUP)

Department: Admissions

Reports to: Assistant Dean of Admissions

Date: September 25, 2025

General Summary: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Dean of Admissions, the Director of Admissions will assist with general office management and day to day operations of the department. The Director will play an innovative role in the implementation and maintenance of key admissions and recruitment technologies as well as the planning and implementation of admissions and recruitment strategies. As a member of the Admissions team, the Director will assist in recruiting and advising new MCC students as well as actively contributing to the growth, development and activities of the department that promote a commitment to access and student success for our diverse student body.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the Assistant Dean of Admissions with planning, developing and implementing a recruitment plan that meets the needs of the community and the college.
• Lead in the development of a Dual Enrollment recruitment plan, focusing on matriculation of DE students, and support development of special population recruitment plans
• Assist the Dean of Admissions in the design, implementation, and assessment of admissions policies and procedures of selective health program and new open-door programs
• Lead in the design, implementation, and assessment of admission policies and processes for prospective dual enrollment students and matriculation of current DE students
• Assist in the development of electronic recruitment and admissions materials as it relates to the CRM Software with a specific focus on Dual Enrollment and selective health programs
• Support Admission Staff on all selective review processes and procedures
• Coordinate the onboarding and registration of new Dual Enrollment students in collaboration with the K-16 Partnership and Academic Advising offices
• Through the lens of admissions and recruitment, collaborate with Enrollment Services to increase student retention rates through a variety of intervention strategies.
• Oversee the coordination of major Dual Enrollment college-wide recruitment events including specialized campus tours and visit days, overview sessions, onsite registration events and Open House
• Assist in the planning and development of recruitment marketing materials in collaboration with the staff of the Communications and Creative Service department and the Assistant Dean of Admission
• In collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Admission and CRM Specialist, assist with the maintenance and assessment of the college admissions and recruitment web site
• Support Admission Staff in the coordination and execution of large-scale recruitment events such as Open Houses, On-Site Acceptance and Registration Days, Pathways Days, etc.
• Admission Office representee on the Community Events Committee to support college-wide community outreach and recruitment opportunities
• Oversee MCC student admission ambassadors
• Lead communication liaison in Admissions Office for prospective dual enrollment students, families and high school and community partners
• Member of the Banner User Group and Enrollment Working Group
• Perform other related duties as required
  
  

Requirements

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Marketing or other related field
• Minimum of 4 years of full time or equivalent experience as Assistant Director of Admissions or the equivalent in a community college and/or a 4-year public institution
• Experience using a SIS and/or CRM to track and outreach students through recruitment and application stages
• Experience in developing and managing both small-scale and large-scale events for general and special populations
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the institution and with outside partners such as high schools, community organizations, etc.
• Excellent communication skills
• A clear understanding of DEIB initiatives as relates to community college student populations
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Salesforce/TargetX
• Experience working with dual enrollment and homeschool populations
  
  

Additional Information

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 annual salary; actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  
  

Location: Lowell campus with travel to Bedford

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire. This position will be eligible for a maximum of one day of telework in accordance with the College's telework policy.

Expected Start Date: November 2025

Application Deadline: October 16, 2025

Application Instructions

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.edu.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or careers@middlesex.edu.