Director of Admissions

Director of Admissions

We are seeking a Director of Admissions who is responsible for implementing and managing comprehensive admissions operations at Noorda-COM, ensuring the effective execution of recruitment strategies, admissions processes, and enrollment initiatives as directed by senior leadership. This position oversees the day-to-day operations of the admissions office, leads a team of admissions professionals, maintains high standards of service delivery throughout the admissions cycle, and collaborates with other directors and department leaders to ensure effective implementation of admissions processes and initiatives. The Director of Admissions will serve as an ambassador of Noorda-COM and an advocate of our innovative student-centric curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Admissions Management: Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with policies, timely application reviews, and an organized interview process.
• Recruitment & Outreach: Develop and implement recruitment strategies, attend local, regional, and national events, and maintain strong relationships with pre-health advisors and other key stakeholders.
• Team Leadership & Development: Train, mentor, and evaluate admissions staff, set performance expectations and fostering a high-quality applicant experience.
• Data & Reporting: Analyze admissions data, track application trends, and generate reports to inform strategic planning and improve processes.
• Collaboration & Process Improvement: Work cross-functionally with student affairs, academic leadership, and other departments to streamline admissions processes and enhance student matriculation.
• Compliance & Accreditation: Ensure adherence to accreditation standards, institutional policies, and best practices in admissions and enrollment.

Qualifications:

Education and Certification:

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Business, or related field required
• AACRAO Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Endorsement Program or similar professional certification preferred, or ability to obtain within one year

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in higher education admissions
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in admissions or related field
• Demonstrated experience in medical school or health professions admissions preferred
• Experience with admissions CRM systems and recruitment technology

Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in admissions database management and reporting tools
• Strong project management and organizational abilities
• Excellence in public speaking and presentation delivery
• Demonstrated ability to implement complex operational processes
• Proficiency with CRM systems and recruitment technology platforms
• Comfort with sales and recruitment implementation and training for team success

Must be:

• A self-confident, self-motivated, self-disciplined leader
• Must be a strong leader and a skilled decision-maker with the ability to lead by influence
• Exceptional at written, oral presentation, and listening skills
• Skilled at working independently and as an effective participant in cross-functional teams
• Capable of establishing priorities in an executive setting
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities and effectively handle frequent interruptions
• Innovative, resourceful, detailed oriented, with excellent follow-through skills
• Capable of balancing multiple projects in stressful situations while meeting deadlines, achieving desired results, and maintaining positive relations while understanding the importance of confidentiality of data and information
• Skilled at building and maintaining professional relationships
• Passionate about medical education and student success

Committed to:

• Fair, holistic, and comprehensive admissions processes
• Professional development and continuous learning
• Noorda-COM's mission and values
• Maintaining the highest ethical standards
• Contributing to a professional and welcoming work environment

Able to:

• Travel locally, regionally, and nationally on a regular basis
• Work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends, as needed
• Effectively communicate with various constituencies across the college
• Able to professionally represent the college in various settings
• Transport and set up recruitment materials
• Work with diverse populations
• Maintain composure and professionalism in fast-paced, deadlines-driven environment

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals in any phase of the application or employment phase on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including medical characteristics, marital status, veteran status, economic status, genetic identification, political belief, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for fostering creativity and achieving our organizational goals. The College adheres to all relevant government statutes, and state and federal laws.