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At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students-but one another-creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,
Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.
Marymount University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Director for Graduate Admissions to recruit and enroll incoming graduate students in programs on campus or online as part of the overall admission strategic plan. The Associate Director will effectively represent the University in the graduate student market collaborating with select graduate program faculty at class visits, fairs, conferences, information sessions, webinars, and off-site outreach efforts. The associate Director manages the direct recruitment and enrollment of candidates for graduate programs. Critical components of this position are proactive outreach to potential students to help grow prospects for enrollment in assigned programs and providing strong support and direction to prospective students from inquiry through enrollment.

• The associate director is accountable for the recruitment of multiple programs and collaborates with the graduate enrollment team to ensure that the target enrollments for the assigned programs are achieved.
• Directly assists the other associate director for graduate admissions and AVP for graduate enrollment in managing the recruitment process and the delivery of information sessions, presentations, and customized promotional events on-campus and off-campus across all graduate and doctoral programs.
• Counsels prospective applicants regarding admission requirements, academic eligibility, program options, residency requirements, and alternative educational choices, where appropriate.
• Conducts informational interviews, meetings or programs designed to promote admission or higher education.
• Reviews and enforces academic program requirements and enrollment restrictions for all University schools and colleges.
• Conducts information session presentations as well as assists in developing off-campus recruiting strategies for domestic school/college fairs and events.
• Represents the graduate enrollment office externally and within the assigned colleges, works closely with graduate program directors, and advisors, to devise new and innovative tactics to generate and convert quality leads into enrolled students.
• Ability to travel and work occasional evening and weekend hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in admissions, enrollment management, or higher education student services.
• Demonstrated experience managing recruitment initiatives, counseling prospective students, and interpreting enrollment data to inform decision-making.
• Experience using a student information system and CRM, preferably Slate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of experience in graduate admissions or graduate enrollment management.
• Experience supervising professional staff, student workers, or graduate assistants.
• Experience collaborating with faculty and academic leadership to support enrollment goals.
• Experience developing and executing enrollment communication and yield strategies.
• Experience with application review, holistic admissions practices, and graduate recruitment events

Please note that this role is hybrid eligible and based in Arlington, VA. Position will be open until filled.
Compensation/Total Rewards
The salary for this position is up to $70,000, depending on appointment. It is competitive, market-based, and aligned with the University's financial framework, ensuring your skills and experience are recognized and rewarded. But your total compensation goes well beyond your salary. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; FSA or HSA; employee assistance program; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; contributions to the University's 403(b) retirement plan; financial planning; identity theft protection; pet insurance; credit union and more. Interested in continuing your education? Our tuition remission program supports your professional growth and lifelong learning, and is also open to covered dependents. On top of that, our generous paid time off plan gives you the flexibility to recharge and maintain balance in your personal and professional life.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply via our career portal by submitting a cover letter addressing their qualifications related to the information listed above, along with a resume.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.
Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer. Marymount University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected bases under applicable federal and local laws and regulations in any of its programs or its activities, including employment and admission. The university also expressly prohibits any form of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, dating and domestic violence, rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation and stalking in any of its programs or activities, including employment and admission. For more information, please visit: https://marymount.edu/student-life/health-wellness/title-ix-2/
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