Manager, Admissions
Pasadena, CA On-site
$70,304–$73,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The Admissions Manager provides strategic, results-oriented leadership and day-to-day supervision for a focused team of enrollment counselors. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Admissions, this role is responsible for driving enrollment growth through the rigorous oversight of counselor activity, real-time coaching, and the execution of data-informed recruitment strategies. The Admissions Manager serves as a primary driver of the enrollment funnel, focusing on lead generation, conversion optimization, and pipeline management. By blending hands-on mentorship with sophisticated CRM analysis, the Manager ensures that their team exceeds enrollment targets while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and student counseling. Whether delivering keynote presentations, managing a strategic recruitment territory, or auditing counselor outreach, the Admissions Manager ensures a cohesive, high-touch prospective student experience that reflects the College’s mission and strategic goals.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. • A combination of education and/or related technical or professional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
- Three (3) years of professional experience in college admissions, recruitment, or a high-volume sales environment.
- One (1) year of experience as a team lead, mentor, or trainer (formal or informal).
- Proficiency with a CRM (e.g., Salesforce, Slate, TargetX) and a Student Information System (e.g., CampusVue, Anthology, Banner, Colleague).
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Marketing, or a related field.
- Admissions recruiting experience in a higher education environment.
- A documented history of meeting or exceeding individual enrollment or sales goals for at least three (3) consecutive years.
- Two (2) years of direct supervisory experience managing full-time professional staff.
- Experience using data to build territory recruitment plans.
- Deep understanding of financial aid processes (FAFSA), transfer credit evaluation, or international recruitment.
- Fluency in a second language to support diverse prospective student populations.