Director of AdmissionsPosition DescriptionJune Draft Removed Position Available In Mercer, New Jersey

Director of Admissions

JOB PURPOSE

Princeton Theological Seminary seeks a Director of Admissions to provide strategic leadership and effective management of our recruitment, admissions, and enrollment processes. The successful candidate will be a dynamic, caring, and data-driven leader who is passionate about the mission of Princeton Seminary, embodies our values, and has deep knowledge and expertise related to best practices in higher ed. admissions, trends in graduate theological education, recruitment for programs across various modalities (residential, hybrid/online), and effective enrollment management. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management, the Director of Admissions plays a critical role in stewarding the mission of the Seminary and leading a skilled admissions team in recruiting, admitting, enrolling each outstanding incoming class and cohort.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

40% of time Strategic Planning & Team Leadership

• Under the leadership of the Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management, oversee admissions operations and enrollment tactics for all degree programs, in alignment with the Seminary’s mission and strategic plan
• Lead the admissions and recruitment team, providing direction and oversight, supervising staff, and nurturing a culture of collegiality, excellence, and learning
• In collaboration with the Marketing and Communication team, develop, implement, and measure a comprehensive marketing and communication strategy for recruitment and admissions Admissions Operations 40% of time
• Serve on the Admissions Committee, International Admissions Subcommittee, and Scholarship Committee, including reviewing applications and interviewing candidates; provide guidance and timely information to these committees to advise their work in accord with the enrollment strategy
• In collaboration with the Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management and Director of Student Financial Services, ensure that the financial aid program is effectively administered and serves the Seminary’s mission and strategic plan
• Develop strong partnerships with faculty and colleagues across the Seminary to effectively recruit, admit, and enroll students
• Provide oversight for the recruitment and admissions budget Analytics & Reporting 20% of time
• Facilitate data-driven decision making in implementing and evaluating the Seminary’s enrollment management strategies; clearly align goals and metrics; regularly report on progress and provide real-time data to inform the recruitment strategy and admissions process Total 100% time

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Serves as requested on committees, task forces and community groups; partners with standing committees, and organizations in the region to share best practices and build partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS CREDENTIALS REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree (MDiv or similar master’s degree preferred)
• Demonstrated skills in leadership with an established track record of managing a team effectively to advance priorities and meet strategic goals
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
• Strong proficiency working with a CRM, Office 365, Zoom, Monday, and other admissions and enrollment management tools
• Adaptable social skills and cultural competencies; social and emotional maturity
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills
• Critical discernment & decision-making skills
• Expertise in strategic enrollment management planning and data analysis skills to drive decision making
• Knowledge of Princeton Theological Seminary and similar institutions; deep familiarity with the landscape of theological education and emerging trends in higher education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Experience in theological education
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in admissions, recruitment, or enrollment management
• Strong proficiency in Slate

CRM PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This role requires basic office/desk work functions. This description reflects essential functions of the position; it does not restrict tasks that may be assigned or changed at any time.

Prepared by:

Joel Estes /

Tom Chester Date:

June 6, 2025