Associate Director of Graduate and Online Admissions Job at Clark Atlanta University, Atlanta, GA

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  • Clark Atlanta University
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Clark Atlanta University is seeking an Associate Director of Graduate and Online Admissions who is responsible for overseeing the recruitment, application review, and admission processes for all graduate and online degree programs. This role aims to develop and implement strategic initiatives to attract a diverse pool of qualified applicants, enhance the online admissions experience, and support institutional enrollment goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and a commitment to student access and success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Strategy:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies for graduate and online programs.
  • Collaborate with academic departments and marketing teams to promote online and graduate offerings.
  • Admissions Operations:
  • Oversee the application review process, ensuring timely and accurate decision-making for online programs.
  • Manage the online application system, including updates and improvements to enhance user experience.
  • Coordinate with financial aid and registration offices to streamline onboarding for admitted students.
  • Generates inquiries, applications, interviews, and commits for prospective students.
  • Data & Reporting:
  • Monitor and analyze enrollment trends, application metrics, and yield rates.
  • Prepare reports for senior leadership to inform strategic planning.
  • Utilize CRM, EAB, other tools to track outreach efforts and applicant engagement.
  • Compliance & Best Practices:
  • Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in graduate and online admissions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 Demonstrated ability to develop strategic recruitment plans and lead successful enrollment initiatives.

 Strong written and verbal communication skills.

 Experience with CRM systems and admissions technologies (e.g., Slate, Banner, etc.).

 Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.

 Flexibility to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Minimum Hiring Standards:

Education Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree highly preferred.

Years of Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in undergraduate admissions, student recruitment, or related higher education roles.

Years of Management/Supervisor Experience 3 years of supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Job Tags

Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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