Director of Recruitment and Admissions

The Director of Recruitment and Admissions is responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives to attract, recruit, and enroll a diverse and qualified group of graduate students in fulfillment of the mission and priorities of Loyola Marymount University and the School of Education (SOE). This role oversees all aspects of the graduate admissions and recruitment process, ensuring efficient and effective application processing, and utilizes data to inform operational improvements and strategic decisions. They will collaborate with faculty in academic departments, SOE’s strategic partnership unit, graduate enrollment management, marketing and communication teams, and school and university student services units to identify enrollment targets, design admissions and recruitment strategies and systems, and develop processes aimed at increasing enrollment.

Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment and admissions strategies to reach SOE and University enrollment goals.

Strategic Leadership and Planning

• Collaborate with the Dean and academic program leaders to set enrollment targets and monitor progress.

• Develop marketing strategies and campaigns in partnership with the marketing and communication team and the graduate admissions team, adhering to best research-backed practices.

• Collaborate with the strategic partnerships team, undergraduate institutions, employers, and community organizations to strengthen talent pipelines.

• Develop and implement systems to use scholarship funds for strategic enrollment growth.

• Stay abreast of and respond to emerging trends in graduate education and recruitment.

• Allocate and manage recruitment and admissions budget to support SOE’s enrollment goals.

Admissions Operations

• Supervise, train, and conduct performance evaluations of the SOE Graduate Admissions team, ensuring the team is committed to the highest standards of customer service.

• Oversees and manages all aspects of the application review process, ensuring timely decisions and application processing, and effective transitions from admission to enrollment

• Oversee the implementation of communication and marketing plans for prospective students using different modalities.

• Collaborate with counterparts in university Enrollment Management to ensure alignment between SOE and LMU in student communication and a seamless admission process for prospective students.

• Lead and participate in the planning and execution of recruitment & welcome events

• Responsible for compliance with university policies, accreditation standards, and state and federal regulations.

Data & Analytics

• Maintain and improve admissions and recruitment systems and platforms (e.g., Slate and Banner).

• Monitor and utilize business intelligence and data analytics to assess recruitment effectiveness, establish enrollment projections and goals, and inform decision-making.

• Ensure data integrity in student information systems

• Prepare regular reports and assessments for senior leadership on the effectiveness of initiatives, application and recruitment trends, yield rates, and enrollment metrics, among other key metrics.

Professional Disposition

• Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.

• Continually seek professional growth and learning opportunities for self and team.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university.  Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.  Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelor’s Degree, while a master’s degree is preferred. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

• Five years of experience in graduate admissions or recruitment, including at least two years in supervisory roles

• Experience and expertise in data analytics and data presentation.

• Demonstrated success in leading teams and managing complex projects

• Advanced knowledge and experience with integrated information systems and CRM systems (e.g., Banner, Slate, PeopleSoft)

• Track record of seeking and fulfilling opportunities for professional growth, including participating in professional convenings

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge and application of digital engagement strategies.

• Ability to initiate and foster collaboration across departments and with external partners.

• Leads by data-driven decision-making

Reasonable Expected Salary - $117,500 - $135,000. Salary offer commensurate with education and experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

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Salary range

$87,000.00 - $117,500.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)