Open Rank Faculty (Assistant Dean for Admissions and Recruitment)

University of Maryland Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent dental school seeks a full-time Assistant Dean for Admissions and Recruitment. The role involves strategic leadership in admissions processes and developing comprehensive enrollment strategies. Candidates must hold a DDS/DMD or PhD and have relevant experience and a strong record in teaching and recruitment. The position offers a salary range of $135,000 - $195,000, depending on academic rank and experience. Applicants are expected to work primarily in Maryland, including potential telework.

Qualifications

• Eligible for an academic appointment in a School of Dentistry.
• Strongly preferred experience in admissions and recruitment activities.
• Record of teaching, service, and scholarship consistent with the appointment.

Responsibilities

• Develop admissions strategies aligned with UMSOD's mission.
• Lead recruitment initiatives across various platforms.
• Oversee the holistic application review process.
• Collect and analyze admissions data for trend evaluation.
• Supervise admissions staff and manage the admissions budget.

Skills

Admissions and recruitment experience

Leadership and management skills

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

DDS/DMD or PhD

Job description

Overview

University of Maryland School of Dentistry is conducting a search for a full-time Open-rank non-tenure track faculty position for Assistant Dean for Admissions and Recruitment. The Assistant Dean provides strategic, collaborative, and mission aligned leadership for all recruitment, admissions, and enrollment processes within the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD). The Assistant Dean leads the development and execution of comprehensive enrollment strategies, oversees application review and selection processes, ensures equitable and inclusive admissions practices, and partners across the School to attract and enroll a diverse, talented, and academically excellent student body.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
  • Develop and implement a school wide admissions strategy aligned with UMSOD's mission, enrollment goals, and commitment to inclusive excellence.
  • Provide strategic leadership for recruitment and admissions initiatives, ensuring processes support patient centered, socially responsible future dental professionals.
• Recruitment & Outreach
  • Lead targeted recruitment efforts, including outreach to pre dental advisors, university partners, community organizations, and pathway program stakeholders.
  • Oversee and participate in campus visits, virtual sessions, interview days, recruitment fairs, and community events that strengthen the applicant pipeline.
  • Collaborate with marketing and communications to develop compelling messaging for prospective students.
• Admissions Operations & Application Management
  • Oversee the holistic review process, including application screening, interviews, and selection for all UMSOD academic programs.
  • Provide leadership for admissions committees ensuring fair, compliant, and transparent processes.
  • Develop and refine operational policies and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of admissions workflows.
• Data, Reporting & Accreditation
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret admissions data to evaluate trends, guide decision making, and support enrollment planning.
  • Provide required admissions data for accreditation, institutional assessments, and national organizations (e.g., ADEA, ADA).
  • Ensure compliance with university, legal, accreditation, and regulatory policies governing admissions.
• Team Leadership & Budget Oversight
  • Supervise and mentor admissions staff, fostering a collaborative, service oriented, and high-performance culture.
  • Oversee the admissions budget.
  • Provide professional development opportunities that strengthen staff capabilities in recruitment, customer service, and technology.
• Collaboration & Schoolwide Engagement
  • Partner with departments, program directors, Student Affairs, and Development to support scholarship awarding, orientation, and student engagement.
  • Represent UMSOD on internal and national committees focused on admissions and enrollment.
  • Engage alumni and community partners to support recruitment and strengthen applicant pathways.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a DDS/DMD or PhD and have experience in a School of Dentistry educational environment. Qualified applicants must be eligible for an academic appointment in the School of Dentistry and a record of teaching, service and scholarship consistent with the appointment. Experience working in admissions and recruitment related activities strongly preferred.

Note: This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship. Applicants must possess authorization to work for any employer in the U.S.

Salary: Hiring range: $135,000 - $195,000 per year (depending on academic rank and commensurate with education and experience).

The University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Dentistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [e-mail]. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [e-mail]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

UMB is a Maryland state university. Applicants are expected to work, including telework, primarily in the State of Maryland.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.