Director of Graduate and Transfer Admissions Position Available In Livingston, New York

Director of Graduate and Transfer Admissions Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter and resume. In addition, applicants should be prepared to supply contact information (email address and phone number) for three professional references, one of which must be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of invitation to campus interviews. For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by July 02, 2025. Vacancy Announcement Position Information Campus Title Director of Graduate and Transfer Admissions Department Admissions Position Summary SUNY Geneseo invites applications for the position of Director of Graduate and Transfer Admissions, a key leadership role within the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management. Reporting to the Executive Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management, the Director will lead strategic recruitment, admissions, and marketing efforts to meet the institution’s graduate and transfer enrollment goals. This position plays a critical role in shaping a diverse, academically strong student body aligned with Geneseo’s mission and strategic priorities. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship

Required Qualifications Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree + 3-5 years of experience in graduate and transfer recruitment and enrollment management. + Demonstrated supervisory and team leadership experience. + Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking. + Experience with CRM and SIS platforms + Proven ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. + Ability to travel in the United States and abroad, work evenings/weekends as needed, valid US driver’s license is required and possess a valid passport (or obtain a valid passport within six months of being hired is required). + Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive working/teaching environment + Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

+ Master’s degree + Senior level experience in college admissions, recruitment, enrollment management and employee supervision. + Experienced user of Slate, Banner and DegreeWorks License/Certification Other Skills Required Supervision Received This position reports to the Executive Director of Admissions & Enrollment Management. Supervision Exercised + Supervise and mentor direct reports and student workers, ensuring high performance on objectives and tasks related to graduate and transfer admissions. + Conduct onboarding, performance evaluations, and ongoing training. + Actively participate in All Staff, Admission Leadership Team, and Enrollment Management Team meetings, etc. + Provide leadership in the absence of the Executive Director, serving as second-in-command. Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S410 Number of Vacancies 1 Line # to be filled 00067 Full or Part-time Full-Time Appointment Type Term Anticipated Appointment Start Date Job Posting Date Apply By 07/02/2025 Job Posting Closed Date Open Until Filled Yes Salary Commensurate with experience Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter and resume. In addition, applicants should be prepared to supply contact information (email address and phone number) for three professional references, one of which must be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of invitation to campus interviews. For guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by July 02, 2025. About SUNY Geneseo Mission Statement We are a distinctive public liberal arts college that welcomes and inspires students to develop their knowledge and skills to build a better world. Our supportive, inclusive community is exceptional in cultivating creativity, engagement, and discovery. We find strength in diversity, joy in growth, and fulfillment in lifelong learning. Vision We will cultivate a distinctive, equity-centered, public honors college experience that propels learners to positively impact society. Values The Geneseo campus community is guided by our beliefs in and commitments to the following values: +

Learning:

Embracing high expectations for intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, scholarly exploration, and personal growth. +

Creativity:

Empowering a spirit of innovation that inspires intellectual curiosity, self-expression, and problem-solving. +

Belonging:

Welcoming a diverse campus community that supports and celebrates different identities, promotes equity and inclusion, and respects the ideas and contributions of each individual. +

Civic Engagement:

Encouraging active participation grounded in self-reflection, empathy, and an ethical commitment to the common good of our local and global communities. +

Sustainability:

Building a culture of well-being that integrates and applies principles of environmental, social, and economic stewardship informed by an understanding of the past and our obligations to the future. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic. To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245-5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu (ode@geneseo.edu%3Code@geneseo.edu%3E) . Find out more about our Community Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0E28zJDeYTU) Background Investigation Statement All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks. See our full Background Investigation Statement at http://www.geneseo.edu/hr/employment. Clery Statement Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report( ASR ) for the College at www.geneseo.edu/police. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Geneseo University Police Department at 585-245-5651.

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//jobs.geneseo.edu/postings/5254 Job Duties/Responsibilities Job Duties/Responsibilities Percentage Of Time 20% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 1 – Strategic Recruitment & Enrollment Management + Develop and implement innovative, data-informed recruitment strategies to attract and enroll graduate and transfer students. + Set and monitor annual enrollment targets in collaboration with enrollment leadership. + Lead recruitment initiatives that promote access and attract students from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. + Direct the graduate and transfer admissions process throughout the entire admissions funnel, from inquiry to enrollment. Percentage Of Time 20% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 2 – Campus Collaboration + Partner with academic deans, faculty, and administrative offices (e.g., Financial Aid, Registration, Academic Advising, CIT , International Student Services) to support student engagement and enrollment. + Collaborate with Communications and Marketing to update web content and execute targeted marketing campaigns. + Work with SLATE champion to identify improvement opportunities Percentage Of Time 20% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 3 – Leadership Supervision + Supervise and mentor direct reports and student workers, ensuring high performance on objectives and tasks related to graduate and transfer admissions. + Conduct onboarding, performance evaluations, and ongoing training. + Actively participate in All Staff, Admission Leadership Team, and Enrollment Management Team meetings, etc. + Provide leadership in the absence of the Executive Director, serving as second-in-command. Percentage Of Time 10% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 4 – Territory & Relationship Management + Manage a defined recruitment territory, including travel for community college visits, graduate and transfer fairs, recruiting events, and regional receptions. + Develop recruitment plans tailored to specific demographics and regional needs. + Cultivate relationships with high school counselors, community colleges, faculty program directors, and community-based organizations. Percentage Of Time 10% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 5 – Admissions Funnel Management + Oversee the evaluation of applications and expedite admissions decisions for graduate and transfer applicants. + Ensure consistent, equitable, and efficient review processes aligned with institutional standards. + Coordinate and oversee transfer credit evaluations in collaboration with academic departments and the Registrar’s Office to ensure timely and accurate articulation of prior coursework. + Train staff on holistic application review and admissions best practices to improve the application experience for prospective students. Percentage Of Time 10% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 6 – Data Management, Analysis & Reporting + Utilize Slate CRM and other data tools to track prospective student engagement, application trends, and yield metrics. + Analyze data and prepare reports to assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and inform decisions. Percentage Of Time 10% Job Duty/ Responsibility Function 7 – Event Planning & Outreach + Plan and execute on-campus and off-campus recruitment events, including information sessions, open houses, and yield events. + Represent SUNY Geneseo at regional, national, and international graduate and transfer recruitment fairs and conferences. + Actively participate in Admissions events, including Open House, Admitted Student Days, regional receptions, etc. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Do you have experience working with underserved students? + I have 1-3 years of experience working with underserved students + I have 3-6 years of experience working with underserved students + I have 7-10 years of experience working with underserved students + I have more than 10 years of experience working with underserved students +
• Do you have experience with event planning/execution? + Yes + No +
• Do you have experience as a supervisor? + Yes + No +
• How many years of administrative experience in higher education do you have? + Less than 3 years experience. + From 3 to 6 years experience. + From 6 to 10 years experience. + More than 10 years experience. +
• Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree? + Yes + No +
• Do you have the ability to travel in the United States and abroad and work evenings/weekends as needed? (valid US driver’s license and valid passport is required) + Yes + No +
• Do you have a valid driver’s license? + Yes + No +
• Are you eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship?

+ Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents