Director of Undergraduate Admissions: Enrollment Strategy

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC seeks a Director of Undergraduate Admissions to lead the enrollment strategy for first-year and transfer students. The role shapes recruitment efforts, collaborates with campus partners, and drives yield initiatives to enroll a diverse, talented student body.

You will oversee admissions operations, technology, communications, and budgeting while aligning with UNC System policies and university priorities.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Master's degree from a regionally accredited university.
• At least five years of college admissions experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven success in strategic recruitment and enrollment targets.
• Experience developing recruitment strategies and partner networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for undergraduate admissions.
• Develop and implement recruitment and yield strategies for first-year and transfer students.
• Lead admissions operations, technology, communications, budgets, and compliance.
• Collaborate with campus partners and external stakeholders to support enrollment goals.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic enrollment planning

Communication

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree from a regionally accredited university

Tools

Slate CRM

Banner SIS

Job description

Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC seeks a Director of Undergraduate Admissions to lead the enrollment strategy for first-year and transfer students. The role shapes recruitment efforts, collaborates with campus partners, and drives yield initiatives to enroll a diverse, talented student body.

You will oversee admissions operations, technology, communications, and budgeting while aligning with UNC System policies and university priorities.