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Job Title Admissions Operations Director
Requisition Number RE55280
Working Title Director of Graduate Enrollment Management
Department Name 1B500:Enrollment Management
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 48
Salary Range $64,210-105,914/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education MA
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Required Related Experience 5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification None
Physical Requirements - Sitting for long periods of time.
- Occasional travel required for recruitment events and professional engagement
Shift Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm (40hours/week).
Job Summary The Director of Graduate Admissions & Recruitment provides strategic leadership for graduate enrollment management, including admissions operations, enrollment strategy, and recruitment. This position is responsible for developing and executing data-informed strategies to increase graduate enrollment, improve conversion and yield, and support sustainable growth across the university's graduate portfolio.
The director serves as the institutional lead for graduate admissions policy, ensuring consistent, compliant, and strategic application of admission standards across all programs. This role partners closely with academic leadership; marketing and brand strategy; institutional research, analytics, and decision support; and external stakeholders to expand pipelines, optimize technology systems, and enhance the prospective student experience. The position plays a central role in aligning graduate enrollment efforts with institutional priorities, including online growth and workforce development
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Knowledge of graduate admissions policies, regulatory considerations, and best practices
- Ability to interpret and apply policy in complex or exception-based scenarios
- Strategic enrollment planning and execution skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Leadership and staff development skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience - Doctorate degree
- 10+years of experience in graduate enrollment strategy or admissions leadership
- Experience leading enrollment growth initiatives (graduate or online programs)
- Experience using CRM platforms (e.g., Slate, Salesforce) to support recruitment strategy
- Strong background in data interpretation and enrollment strategy execution
- Experience in international recruitment and/or partnership development
- Experience managing vendors or digital recruitment efforts
Deadline to Apply 08/05/2026
