Director of Admissions

Company Description

For nearly two centuries, Marietta College has helped students turn their passions into purpose. A private liberal arts institution founded in 1835 and located in Marietta, Ohio, we offer more than 40 undergraduate programs and graduate degrees in Physician Assistant Studies, Sustainability Leadership, and Psychology. Home to the 16th oldest Phi Beta Kappa chapter and recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the Great Colleges to Work For, Marietta combines academic rigor with hands-on experiential learning guided by the Landmark Experience. With more than 26,000 Long Blue Line alumni supporting current students and a campus community where every Pioneer is known by name, Marietta College is a place where employees show up every day knowing their work truly matters.

Role Description

The Director of Admission is a senior leader within the Enrollment Management Division, responsible for shaping and executing a strategic recruitment and enrollment plan aligned with the College's mission, goals, and financial sustainability. This position provides operational and visionary leadership to the Office of Admission and supports cross-functional initiatives across the enrollment funnel including recruitment, yield, marketing, data analytics, and transfer and access pipelines. The Director of Admissions reports directly to the Vice President of Enrollment Management.

As Director of Admissions you will:

• Develop and drive a comprehensive undergraduate recruitment strategy using data, market research, and demographic analysis
• Lead, mentor, and grow a dedicated admissions team grounded in accountability and inclusive excellence
• Manage the full recruitment cycle across first-year, transfer, adult learners, and CCP dual enrollment populations
• Oversee the Tuition Exchange Program including applicant education, documentation, and compliance monitoring
• Partner with Marketing, Financial Aid, Athletics, Academic Affairs, and Student Life on enrollment initiatives
• Leverage CRM systems, analytics tools, and performance dashboards to track progress and inform decisions
• Represent Marietta College at recruitment events, fairs, and conferences regionally and nationally

Qualified candidates will have:

• A bachelor's degree (master's preferred)
• Minimum of five years of progressive college admissions experience with increasing leadership responsibility
• Demonstrated success in team leadership and supervision of a high-performing team
• Hands-on expertise with CRM platforms such as Slate or Salesforce and enrollment analytics
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills across diverse audiences
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally and nationally as needed

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references at marietta.edu. Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.