"Director of Admissions"

Director of Admissions

Company: York County Community College

Job Location: Wells, 04090

Category: Admissions and Enrollment

Type: Full-Time

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

SUMMARY

York County Community College (YCCC), a dynamic and student-centered institution with a proud 30-year history of transforming lives and communities throughout York County, Maine, is seeking a motivated and visionary leader to serve as Director of Admissions.

Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Experience, the Director of Admissions will lead, inspire, and actively engage a talented team in developing and executing an inclusive and innovative recruitment strategy that drives the College's strategic enrollment goals. The Director will be directly accountable for achieving measurable enrollment growth through strategic recruitment, active outreach, and data-informed execution.

This is a hands-on leadership role - one that blends relationship-building, data-informed decision-making, analysis, and strategy with meaningful on-the-ground engagement. The Director will spend time in schools, businesses, and communities across Maine, building partnerships that convert interest into enrollment and expanding YCCC's reach to learners of all backgrounds.

At YCCC, our mission is to develop an educated, skilled, and adaptable workforce that fuels socioeconomic mobility and supports the economic vitality of our communities. We believe every form of learning has value, and we recognize every learner as a student - whether in credit or non-credit programs. The Director of Admissions will champion this mission, advancing access and connecting students to life-changing educational opportunities.

In this role, the Director will oversee and coach the admissions team, manage daily operations, and drive recruitment and conversion efforts with a business-development mindset. The successful candidate will bring energy and creativity to identifying and cultivating partnerships, building pipelines, and telling YCCC's story in a way that resonates with prospective students, families, and the broader community. Success in this role will be defined by measurable growth in applications, conversions, and enrollments year over year.

As a visible campus and community leader, the Director will model YCCC's Mission, Vision, and Purpose (our MVP) and be a key ambassador for our One College plan. They will foster a culture of positivity, collaboration, and service excellence, ensuring every prospective student's journey - from first inquiry to enrollment - is welcoming, personalized, and impactful.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A strategic and motivated leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A hands-on recruiter who thrives on engaging directly with students, families, and partners - leading outreach efforts that drive measurable results.
• A results-oriented professional with a business-development mindset who sets clear goals, tracks outcomes, and achieves ambitious enrollment growth.
• A coach and collaborator who builds high-performing teams and leads through accountability and encouragement.
• Deeply committed to expanding access to higher education and creating clear pathways to student success.

This is a rare opportunity to lead growth that truly matters - building pathways to opportunity while delivering the results that define YCCC's next chapter. The Director of Admissions will play a pivotal role in shaping the College's future, ensuring that more Mainers have access to the education, training, and hope that can change their lives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, implement, evaluate, and oversee the entire admissions process from recruitment through matriculation, to include, reviewing application files, entering data into the College's student information system, coordinating pre-entrance assessment testing, developing written communications for applicants throughout the admissions process, monitoring applicant follow-up processes and ensuring timely progression from application to matriculation.
• Remain current on all federal, state, institutional, and MCCS regulations related to student enrollment and admissions processes. Advise senior leadership of any changes that may impact the College.
• Supervise a team of 3-4 full-time enrollment coordinators. Provide leadership, performance evaluation, training, and professional development to ensure an effective and student-centered admissions team.
• Develop, implement, and assess strategic recruitment initiatives aligned with the College's enrollment goals.
• Manage and coordinate all external admissions outreach activities, to include recruitment visits to high schools, adult education agencies, college fairs, and community organizations.
• Manage and coordinate all on-campus admissions events, to include scheduling and hosting group visits, interviewing prospective students, planning and executing events such as open houses, orientations, and career days, conducting campus tours, evaluating the effectiveness of outreach and engagement activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Five years related experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree and related experience

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in marketing (preferably in higher education)
• 5 years of experience in a higher education setting creating recruitment and promotional materials;
• 5 years' experience in the areas of admissions and/or student services and
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience would be helpful.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Posting will remain open until the position is filled. Employment contingent upon successful completion or references and background check. Must be eligible and remain eligible to work in the United States. YCCC does not provide visa sponsorship.

Why work for the Maine Community College System? Benefits may include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings (option of State Retirement System or TIAA 403b)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid Holidays
• Statewide Locations
• Tuition Waivers
• Training
• 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant

If you are a strategic, student-centered leader with a passion for expanding access to higher education and a deep appreciation for its transformative power, we invite you to join our team at York County Community College as the Director of Admissions. In this key leadership role, you will oversee the entire admissions process and lead a dedicated team committed to welcoming and supporting prospective students and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to advance our mission, drive enrollment initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and the communities we serve.

York County Community College (YCCC) is proud to be a Recovery Friendly Workplace, a Second Chance Employer, and a Veterans Friendly Workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment that values the unique experiences and contributions of individuals from all walks of life. At YCCC, we believe in empowering all members of our community to thrive and succeed in both their professional and personal journeys.

York County Community College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals, upon request, during any stage of the hiring process. For more information, please contact 207-216-4444.

Explore YCCC at https://www.yccc.edu

a. FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING: (diploma, degrees, licenses, certificates):

Essential: -Bachelor's Degree
- Five years related experience

Desirable:
- Master's Degree and related experience

b. NECESSARY OR USEFUL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE (type and number of years:)

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in marketing (preferably in higher education)
• 5 years of experience in a higher education setting creating recruitment and promotional materials;
• 5 years' experience in the areas of admissions and/or student services and
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience would be helpful.