Senior Director of Admission

Brown University; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off & holidays

Healthcare & vision

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Brown University is seeking a Senior Director of College Admission to lead the Office of College Admission, guiding staff and programs to recruit and enroll a diverse student body. The role emphasizes equity, strategy, and collaboration across departments in a hybrid work environment.

The incumbent will oversee operations, hire and develop staff, and ensure the admissions process runs smoothly for applicants and campus partners. A strong background in higher education admissions is essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required in a relevant field.
• 12+ years of progressive responsibility in highly selective college admissions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Understanding of national and international demographic trends impacting admissions.
• Familiar with database systems and data analysis.
• Ability to provide cross-functional leadership and execute a strategic plan.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Office of College Admission operations and manage multiple admissions teams.
• Hire, onboard, and develop staff to ensure equitable review of applications.
• Lead recruitment, selection, and enrollment of diverse classes.
• Coordinate meetings and decisions on applications and policies.
• Represent the Office of College Admission on University leadership bodies.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Budget management

Strategic planning

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

Database systems

Job description

About Brown

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Benefits

• time off, annual paid holidays


• health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more

To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page for further information.

Benefits of Working at Brown: Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.

About the Opportunity

The mission of Brown University is to serve the community, the nation and the world by discovering, communicating and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry, and by educating and preparing students to discharge the offices of life with usefulness and reputation. The Office of College Admission supports this mission through the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of students that will embrace the rigorous yet flexible Open Curriculum and challenge each other intellectually while fostering a community centered around kindness and questioning.

The Office of College Admission thinks about how an applicants’ unique talents, accomplishments, energy, curiosity, perspective and identity might weave into the ever-changing tapestry that is Brown University. Grades, standardized test scores, essays, recommendations, independent work, the quality of the secondary school program and achievements outside the classroom are among the factors used to evaluate this promise, but no one of these measures is considered determinative.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director of College Admission leads and oversees the Office of College Admission in partnership with the Dean of Undergraduate Admission. The incumbent is primarily responsible for the operations and management of the Office - including supervising several managers and teams of admissions officers - and ensuring the University successfully recruits, selects, and enrolls diverse classes of students in alignment with the University's goals. The Senior Director leads efforts to hire, onboard, and develop staff in the Office to ensure the admission officers consistently and equitably review applications and to ensure the admissions process operates seamlessly for the applicants and staff.

The incumbent will perform the following responsibilities in consultation with the Dean or delegate these responsibilities appropriately:

• Assigning reading portfolios and targets to the admissions officers


• Monitoring progress of admissions officers on their assignments and reading goals


• Communicating with staff around their goals, progress, and any identified issues or concerns


• Communicating in a timely manner with applicants regarding pertinent information and deadlines


• Coordinating committee meetings focused on collating feedback and making final decisions on admissions applications

The incumbent will serve as a representative of the Office of College Admission and the broader Enrollment Division on University leadership bodies and may stand-in for the Dean of Undergraduate Admission as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required in a relevant field.


• 12+ years of progressive responsibility in highly selective college admissions.
  An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.


• Excellent communication skills


• An understanding of national and international demographic trends impacting the undergraduate admission applicant pool


• Must be familiar and comfortable with database systems and data analysis


• Ability to provide cross-functional leadership and help create, implement, and maintain a comprehensive vision for undergraduate admissions operations that aligns with the University's strategic plan


• Evidence of creative strategic thinking, demonstrated experience in personnel and financial management


• Strong written and oral communication skills


• Strong commitment to promoting institutional diversity


• Expert knowledge of policies, practices and laws governing admissions, student records, and related student information systems


• Proven ability to manage large teams of professional staff


• Demonstrated ability to mobilize others (e.g., staff, faculty, students) to achieve shared results


• Record of innovation and creative problem solving, and strategic thinking and planning


• Strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills


• Aptitude for utilizing technology and effectively managing complex budgets


• Willingness to remain informed of best practices, engage with professional networks, and contribute to improving practice across higher education


• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends

Additional Information

Salary Grade: 14

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.

Recruiting Start Date: 2026-07-28

Job Posting Title: Senior Director of Admission

Department: College Admission

Grade: Grade 14

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

Position Work Location: Hybrid

Job Details

• Submission Guidelines: The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.


• Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business.


• Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.


• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

Why Join Us

Welcome! Founded in 1764, Brown is a leading institution for education, discovery, and global intellectual progress as well as one of the largest employers in Rhode Island. Working at Brown brings more than just a paycheck and generous benefits; it offers an opportunity to contribute to a greater good. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge and individual growth that defines higher education and enriches our community.

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