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POSITION DETAILSThe Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students' intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member's ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC's motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.

POSITION DETAILSThe Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students' intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member's ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC's motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.Reporting to the VP of Enrollment Management, the Director of Admissions and Outreach is a critical member of the Enrollment Management senior staff and is responsible for the ongoing leadership, development, and implementation of campus recruiting, communication, and outreach activities for freshman including new, transfer and international students.

• The position's primary function is to provide strategic direction for all student recruitment and communication initiatives in order to meet the college's enrollment goals. The Director helps strengthen and streamline freshmen admissions systems and procedures, as well as builds a successful, flexible, motivated, and unified team.
• The Director leads and directs freshmen prospect identification and recruitment, including but not limited to high school and adult recruitment events, targeted visitation programming, and student tel-counseling operations. The Director provides programmatic and supervisory management, develops, and oversees the use of social media, e-mail, and web-based enrollment management marketing.
• The position works closely and collaboratively with other departments. The Director recommends best practices and resources to engage students and continuously build, lead, and assess recruitment outreach and communications.
• Travel throughout the New York City metro area will be required, including weekends and evenings.

QualificationsMINIMUM

• Bachelor's Degree and eight years' related experience required.

Preferred

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work with both international and domestic students with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Proven ability to establish rapport with students, faculty, alumni, employers and staff colleagues.
• A self-starter who demonstrates strong analytical/organizational and problem solving skills. Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in leading and motivating staff to achieve goals, expertise with various computer and database systems including a CRM, and a commitment to use of technology and analytics in admissions operations and strategies.
• A proven track record of success in recruitment and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of an admissions office.
• Expertise in facilitating organizational development and change.
• Competency in analyzing recruitment-related data and assessing programming activities as part of a strategic enrollment planning initiative.
• An understanding of innovative uses of technology in the recruitment process.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Cuny Title OverviewDevelops, implements, and manages one or more major admissions and recruiting functions.

• Manages overall recruitment and admissions processes
• Develops recruiting strategies for the College and/or specific programs or groups and works closely with academic departments, programs, and administrators to coordinate marketing and recruiting
• Manages the development and distribution of recruiting materials and communications of all kinds
• Manages admissions operations and staff, including coordination with outside organizations and University administration
• Oversees department budget including developing detailed proposals to support recruitment and admissions
• Evaluates and reports outcomes; uses information in statistical, fiscal, and other reports to make improvements to the recruiting process
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Admissions DirectorCUNY TITLEHigher Education OfficerFLSAExemptCompensation And BenefitsSalary range is $102,485 - $141,086 Salary commensurate with education and experience.CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.How To ApplyFor full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using your login credentials. After you login to CUNYfirst, navigate to job openings by following the path from the Main Menu: Employee Self Service –>CareersCLOSING DATESeptember 2, 2025JOB SEARCH CATEGORYCUNY Job Posting: Managerial/ProfessionalEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.Job ID30633LocationBorough of Manhattan CC

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