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About Us
Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students' success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.
As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.
In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.
Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.
Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let's make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.
Job Summary
The Associate Director of Admissions provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for undergraduate and graduate student recruitment initiatives at Georgia Gwinnett College. This position is responsible for managing recruitment operations, supervising admissions recruitment staff, and developing strategies that support the College's enrollment goals.
The Associate Director serves in a leadership capacity within Enrollment Management Services, utilizing data-informed decision-making to assess recruitment effectiveness, identify opportunities for growth, and implement initiatives that enhance student engagement, application conversion, and enrollment outcomes. The position collaborates closely with academic departments, student affairs, marketing, and other campus partners to support institutional enrollment objectives.
The Associate Director plays a key role in fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment with an expectation of continuous improvement, innovation, accountability, and exceptional customer service. A commitment to student success, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead Admissions Counselors by overseeing hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, performance evaluations, workload assignments, and professional development.
• Assist in developing and executing strategic undergraduate and graduate recruitment and enrollment plans to achieve institutional enrollment goals and support student recruitment initiatives.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on recruitment and enrollment data, including application trends, territory performance, counselor metrics, and recruitment outcomes; provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate recruitment activities and events, including high school visits, college fairs, campus tours, open houses, yield events, and other outreach efforts.
• Develop and oversee territory management strategies, establish recruitment goals, monitor performance indicators, and evaluate return on investment for recruitment activities.
• Counsel prospective students and families regarding admissions requirements, enrollment processes, academic programs, financial aid opportunities, and student support services.
• Collaborate with campus partners to implement recruitment, communication, and yield strategies, including developing and assessing CRM campaigns and prospective student engagement efforts.
• Represent the institution at internal and external meetings, conferences, community events, and recruitment activities while maintaining knowledge of enrollment trends, best practices, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare and present reports, analyses, and strategic recommendations on recruitment and enrollment performance, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
• 6 + years of relevant experience
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Six + years of experience in admissions, recruitment, or higher education
• Experience supervising recruitment staff
• Experience using CRM systems (Element 451 preferred)
• Experience using Banner Student Information System
• Experience with enrollment analytics and reporting

Proposed Salary
56,800 - 71,000
Salary offer will be dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of higher education admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, and student success practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of enrollment trends and recruitment best practices.
• Ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations that effectively communicate recruitment strategies, enrollment information, and institutional initiatives to a variety of internal and
  external audiences.
• Skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communications
• Skills in building and maintaining collaborative partnerships
• Skills in data analysis, interpretation, and report generation
• Ability to plan, prioritize, assign, and evaluate work; provide coaching, feedback, and professional development to support employee performance and achievement of departmental goals.
• Ability to manage a variety of projects and duties
• Ability to learn and communicate policy, regulation and process information

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.
Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Other Information
Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.