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Assistant Director Of Admissions For Yield And Events

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Salary: $68,540 – $92,380 per year

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Job Details

  • Job Number: 26047
  • Functional Area: Administration
  • Department: Admissions Office
  • School Area: Chancellor's
  • Pay Range Minimum: $68,540
  • Pay Range Maximum: $92,380
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Pay Grade: 7

Posting Description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS FOR YIELD AND EVENTS, Admissions Office, to oversee and manage MIT's yield programming, including both the in-person Campus Preview Weekend event and all virtual yield initiatives for admitted students and their parents. Under the direction of the Associate Director for Outreach, will oversee the logistic and programming support for Fall recruitment travel planning with specific responsibilities to manage the team, to secure venues, review final information and upload to public facing web pages; provide ancillary support to the Assistant Director for Rural Outreach on Summer/Fall programs and logistics, including attending STARS in-person events and participating in the fly-in admissions process, from reading to committee; read and evaluate first-year and transfer applications, and serve on the admissions selection committee; conduct online and on-campus information sessions, in addition to scheduling, coordinating, and presenting regional information sessions throughout the country. This position supervises one Admissions Counselor supporting yield and events programming.

The full job description is available, here: https://mitadmissions.org/jobs/join-the-team/

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree; a minimum of three years of college admissions or relevant experience; strong supervisory and leadership skills; excellent public speaking, communication, organization, interpersonal, project management, and analytical thinking skills; keen attention to detail; ability to take initiative and transform ideas into practical solutions and work independently with minimal supervision over sustained periods; superior judgment and discretion; enjoy contact with a wide variety of personalities using sensitivity and tact in all interactions; support for MIT's commitment to access, equity, and inclusion; and a driver's license.

Regular evening and weekend work will be required during the academic year

Some travel by air will be required annually.

Will be eligible to work a combination of in-office days and remote days each week.

Job details

Title
Assistant Director Of Admissions For Yield And Events
Employer
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Published
Sep 17, 2026
Closes:
Nov 16, 2026
Job type
Full time, Staff / Administration
Field
Other Administrative Positions
Salary

Salary: $68,540 – $92,380 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Assistant Director of Admissions for Yield and Events role?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least three years of college admissions or relevant experience. MIT seeks strong supervisory and leadership skills, excellent public speaking, project management, and analytical thinking abilities. A valid driver's license is required, and the role supports MIT's commitment to access, equity, and inclusion. For broader context on Assistant Director roles, see how to become a university assistant director.

📋What are the main responsibilities of this MIT admissions role?

This Assistant Director of Admissions for Yield and Events oversees MIT's yield programming, including the in-person Campus Preview Weekend and all virtual yield initiatives for admitted students and parents. Duties include managing fall recruitment travel planning, supporting rural outreach, participating in the fly-in admissions process, reading first-year and transfer applications, and serving on the admissions selection committee. The role also supervises one Admissions Counselor and presents information sessions. Learn more about admissions roles at admissions and registration director role.

💰What is the pay range for the Assistant Director of Admissions for Yield and Events?

The salary range for this position is $68,540 to $92,380, with a pay grade of 7 and an exempt employment category. This full-time role is based at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts. For salary comparisons in higher education events roles, visit events and conferences coordinator salary.

🧳Is this role hybrid, and how much travel is required?

Yes, the position is full-time hybrid, eligible for a combination of in-office and remote days each week. Regular evening and weekend work is required during the academic year to support yield events. Some annual air travel is required, including attending STARS in-person events and presenting regional information sessions throughout the country. Explore other higher education administration jobs.

🎪What is Campus Preview Weekend and yield programming?

Campus Preview Weekend (CPW) is MIT's signature admitted student event, designed to convert admitted students to enrolled students—known as yield. The Assistant Director manages both in-person CPW and virtual yield initiatives for students and parents, ensuring a welcoming, well-organized experience. If you're interested in event coordination in higher education, see office and events coordinator roles.

📝How do I apply for this MIT Assistant Director of Admissions position?

Apply through the MIT Admissions Office job posting, Job Number 26047. The full job description is available at the MIT Admissions join-the-team page. Review your resume to highlight admissions experience, event planning, and supervisory skills. For interview preparation, see university assistant director interview questions and browse administration jobs.

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