Associate Director Admission - Founder's College

Butler; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan (10% employer)

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning

Calm App

WSJ/Economist/NYT access

Bookstore discount

Discounts on events

Job summary

Butler University’s Founder’s College seeks an Associate Director of Admission to lead recruitment for diverse, high-potential students in Indianapolis. You will partner with the Executive Director of Admission to shape strategy, manage admissions, and ensure an exceptional inquiry-to-enrollment experience.

You will build relationships with area high schools and community organizations, aligning with Butler’s commitment to access and equity in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required for admission leadership roles.
• Minimum five years in higher education or admissions.
• Experience with historically underrepresented students.
• Proven success in recruiting to meet enrollment goals.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and admissions tools.
• Knowledge of Indianapolis schools and organizations.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment plans to attract diverse prospective students.
• Supervise Admission staff and coordinate outreach initiatives.
• Develop partnerships with high schools and community orgs in Indianapolis.
• Coordinate events like open houses, information sessions, and fairs.
• Oversee application review and admissions decisions for efficiency.
• Collaborate with Financial Aid and academic departments.
• Support student transitions from admissions to enrollment.
• Provide guidance to families throughout the process.
• Use data analytics to measure recruitment outcomes and optimize strategy.
• Engage in professional development and admissions networks.

Skills

Recruitment strategy

Community outreach

CRM software

Student advising

Communication

Indianapolis community knowledge

Autonomy in startup environment

Equity and access

Travel flexibility

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Slate

Oracle Cloud

Job description

Position Overview

The Associate Director of Admission will lead the recruitment efforts for Founder’s College at Butler University and play a key role in attracting and enrolling students who are seeking alternative pathways to higher education. This role will collaborate closely with the Executive Director of Admission at Butler University to develop and implement recruitment strategies, manage admission processes, and ensure an exceptional experience for prospective students from inquiry to enrollment.

The Associate Director will create and coordinate outreach initiatives to develop and cultivate relationships with community-based organizations, high schools, and other organizations in the Indianapolis area that align with Founder’s commitment to increasing education access to high-potential students who have historically been underserved by higher education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Admission Assistant for Founder’s College.
• Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment plans to attract prospective students from diverse backgrounds.
• Build and maintain relationships with high schools, community organizations, employers, and other stakeholders to promote the college and increase student referrals. Represent Founder’s college at related events.
• Coordinate and execute recruitment events, such as open houses, information sessions, and college fairs, to showcase the college's programs and opportunities.
• Oversee the admission process, including application review, evaluation of credentials, and admissions decisions, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Work closely with the Associate Director of Financial Aid for Founder’s College to support students through the admissions and enrollment process.
• Collaborate with academic departments and student services to support seamless transitions for admitted students and facilitate their integration into the college community.
• Serve as a resource for prospective students and their families, providing guidance and assistance throughout the admissions and enrollment processes.
• Utilize data analytics and reporting tools to track recruitment efforts, assess outcomes, and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in admissions and higher education, actively participating in professional development opportunities and networks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum five years’ experience working in higher education, preferably in college admissions or a related field
• Experience working with historically underrepresented students.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing recruitment strategies to meet enrollment goals and targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and build relationships with stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and admissions management systems; experience with CRM software
• Experience in recruitment, admissions and student advising
• Knowledge of the Indianapolis community (high schools, community-based organizations)
• Comfortable in a dynamic startup environment incl. significant amounts of autonomy
• Passionate about access, affordability, and equity in higher education
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to travel
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Driver’s license recommended for extensive travel within Indianapolis metro area
  • Subject to driver’s record and insurance eligibility requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi/multilingual, a plus
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud, Slate

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays:
  • 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
  • 8 Paid Holidays
    • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
• Health:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
• Retirement:
  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
• Tuition Assistance:
  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
    • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
    • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
    • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
    • Covers tuition only
• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:
  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
  • Discount at the College Bookstore
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances