Position Overview

The Director of Graduate Admission oversees and coordinates the recruitment efforts for graduate and online programs at Butler University. The Director plays a key role in developing a centralized, strategic recruitment plan to attract new students to Butler’s growing online and graduate program portfolio while in support of current programs. This role will collaborate closely with the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Senior EM Leadership Team to develop and implement recruitment strategies, manage admission processes, and ensure an exceptional experience for prospective students from inquiry through to enrollment.

The Director is accountable for designing and leading a team that supports all aspects of the enrollment process once students express an interest. These activities include close work with Enrollment Marketing to support ongoing communication with prospects, events (appointments, webinars, open houses, etc.), admission review, and overall appropriate advising of students to programs. The Director works to build relationships with each program manager as to best support meeting program goals. The Director works within assigned budgets and will work closely with colleges, departments, and divisions offering programs to align on expectations; ensuring students are set-up for success in the programs in which they enroll.  

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment plans to attract prospective students from diverse backgrounds. 
  Create and implement enrollment activities aligned with online and graduate student needs.
• Collaborate with college Deans, program managers, and other academic leaders to create documents, communications, and strategies that align with program expectations and goals.
• Develop and implement an effective plan for admitted students; ensuring they feel part of the Butler community.
  Create and attend recruitment events to attract potential students to Butler’s online and graduate programs.
• Work closely with the Associate Director of Financial Aid Student Services for Graduate, Professional and Other Learners to support students through the admission, financial aid, and enrollment process. Specifically, direction/assistance with graduate communication flows is needed on the financial aid side.  
• Collaborate with academic departments and student services to support seamless transitions for admitted students and facilitate their integration into the college community.
• Utilize data analytics and reporting tools to track recruitment efforts, assess outcomes, and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee regular reporting to the VPEM and Colleges regarding programs.
• Supervise the roles of Enrollment Advisors established to work with specific academic programs/Colleges.
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in admissions and higher education, actively participating in professional development opportunities and networks.
• Lead team members in a positive and effective manner; creating a positive culture where people can succeed and thrive.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum five years’ experience working in higher education, preferably in college admissions or a related field
• Experience working with online and/or graduate programs
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing recruitment strategies to meet enrollment goals and targets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and build relationships with stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and admissions management systems; experience with CRM software
• Comfortable in a dynamic startup environment with significant amounts of autonomy
• Passionate about access, affordability, and equity in higher education
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to travel

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s Degree

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays:
  • 28 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
  • 8 Paid Holidays
    • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
• Health:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
• Retirement:
  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
• Tuition Assistance:
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
    • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
    • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
    • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
    • Covers tuition only
  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:
  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
  • Discount at the College Bookstore
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances

About Butler

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University means so much more than a job. Join the dedicated, innovative, and supportive community of faculty and staff that is moving Butler Beyond.

Butler University is an equal-opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees.  We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.