Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Texas Christian University; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Christian University seeks a Director of Undergraduate Admissions to steer strategic and tactical operations for domestic first-year, transfer, and international admissions. You will shape recruitment plans, supervise Associate Directors, and partner across campus to align with enrollment goals.

The role emphasizes data analytics, predictive modeling, and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment. A Master’s degree and 7+ years in admissions are requirements.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a Master’s degree in a related field with substantial higher education experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in undergraduate admissions or related enrollment roles.
• Proven supervisory experience and ability to lead a team of admission professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and tactical leadership of undergraduate admission functions.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment plan for first-year, transfer, and international students.
• Oversee vendor relations and ROI tracking for the student search process.
• Lead operations and budgets for recruitment, targeting trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with campus partners (financial aid, housing, registrar, etc.) to optimize admissions.
• Utilize data analytics and CRM to forecast enrollment and report performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

CRM analytics

Staff supervision

Data-driven recruitment

Communication

Microsoft Office

Enrollment planning

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Slate

Job description

Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Enrollment Management

• 501239
• Managerial / Administration
• Full-time
• Opening on: Aug 14 2026
• Enrollment Management

Job Summary:

The Director of Undergraduate Admission is responsible for supporting the undergraduate admission processes by assisting in planning and executing policy and programming, recommending admission actions, and supervising Associate Directors of Admission. The Director of Undergraduate Admission will be a strategic partner in the development of a comprehensive recruitment plan informed by data best practices. Purview will contain domestic first-year and transfer admission and international admission.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

• 1. Provides strategic and tactical leadership of the university undergraduate admission functions.
• 2. Develop recruitment plan for all undergraduate audiences including first-year, transfer and international students in conjunction with the Dean of Admission. Supervises staff responsible for representing TCU at recruiting events both on- and off-campus; supporting events at TCU; visiting high schools to conduct recruiting activities; conducting informational and evaluative sessions; establishing rapport with candidates; recommending admissions actions.
• 3. Assists the Dean with the student search process, track ROI on vendor relations.
• 4. Lead, oversee and implement all operations, services, program, activities, and budgets related to recruitment of the incoming undergraduate class. Identifies recruiting strategies by monitoring trends at peer and aspirant institutions for recruiting opportunities; develops policies related to trends and best practices in admission.
• 5. Stays abreast of and collaborates with key partners across campus (e.g. financial aid, housing, registrar, student affairs, etc.)
• 6. Collects, compiles, and analyzes occupational, scholarship, departmental, economic, and market data for dissemination to provide strategic recommendations used to target potential students more effectively. Prepares reports in concert with the Director of Admission Systems.
• 7. Utilize predictive modeling/data analytics and institute performance indicators to track departmental efficiency, monitor achievement of enrollment goals, and forecast probabilities and trends.
• 8. High proficiency in creating and managing queries, reports, and workflows within a CRM, such as Slate.
• 9. Cultivates and establishes partnerships with key professional associations, individuals in higher and secondary education institutions and TCU constituents across campus.
• 10. Recruits, selects, counsels and disciplines staff to accomplish department goals.
• 11. Trains staff by developing and implementing programs.
• 12. Representatives the Office of Admission in public and in senior leadership meetings when Dean of Admission is unavailable.
• 13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree.
• 7+ years’ experience in admissions in a higher education environment with added responsibility, including supervisory experience.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• None

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Valid Texas Driver's License or ability to obtain a required State of Texas license within 90 days.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of strong communication and organizational techniques.
• Knowledge of university admissions practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of liberal arts and sciences university programs.
• Knowledge of multi-cultural university campus.
• Knowledge of college life.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Skill in written and oral communication.
• Skill in some or all components of Microsoft Office.
• Skill in manipulating data for analysis and reporting.
• Skill in CRM or other admission databases.
• Ability to interact with prospective students and their families.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with prospective students, parents, counselors and alumni.
• Ability to train and lead staff.
• Ability to provide innovative thought leadership for a fast-paced office.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and sedentary and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

TCU Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report Notice of Availability

Texas Christian University is committed to assisting all members of the campus community in providing for their own safety and security. TCU’s Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The statements of policy contained within this report address institutional policies, procedures, and programs concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, emergency notifications and timely warning of crimes, sexual and interpersonal violence, and personal safety at TCU. Additionally, this report outlines fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus housing facilities, as well as residence hall fire statistics.

The Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report can be found on the TCU Police Department website at https://police.tcu.edu/annual-security-report, or a paper copy of the report may be obtained by contacting the TCU Police Department at 817-257-7930, or via email at [e-mail].