Senior Admissions Compliance & Liaison Director

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks a Senior Assistant Director for Compliance, Policies, and Liaisonships within Undergraduate Admission. The role leads compliance across first-year and transfer admissions, coordinating with campus schools and ensuring confidential handling of sensitive information.

The position requires strong supervisory, project management, and data-analysis skills, with extensive knowledge of UC admissions rules.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience or equivalent combination
• Knowledge of complex admission requirements for UC system
• Supervisory skills in training and performance evaluation
• Ability to manage multiple projects with deadlines
• Knowledge of UCLA/UC/CCC courses and transfer rules
• Ability to represent UCLA professionally in meetings
• Strong report writing and data analysis skills
• Team leadership and staff development capabilities
• Flexibility in applying guidelines in unique cases
• Interpersonal skills supporting diverse student populations

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance, policies, and liaison activities for first-year and transfer admissions
• Coordinate communication and decisions across Undergraduate Admission and schools
• Train staff and certify readers for admission processes
• Interpret complex admission requirements for transfer coursework
• Represent UCLA in committees and policy initiatives
• Oversee post-decision inquiries and deferral/rescinding processes
• Ensure confidentiality and professional handling of sensitive information
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and correspondence

Skills

Compliance leadership

Stakeholder management

Staff training

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree with experience

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks a Senior Assistant Director for Compliance, Policies, and Liaisonships within Undergraduate Admission. The role leads compliance across first-year and transfer admissions, coordinating with campus schools and ensuring confidential handling of sensitive information.

The position requires strong supervisory, project management, and data-analysis skills, with extensive knowledge of UC admissions rules.