Develop, implement, and assess comprehensive enrollment
strategies for domestic, international, and online graduate
students and international undergraduate students, aligned with
institutional enrollment goals and academic priorities.
Oversee graduate and international undergraduate admissions
operations, policies, procedures, and workflows to ensure accurate,
timely, consistent, and student-centered application review and
decision processes.
Establish and monitor enrollment goals, key performance
indicators, conversion and yield rates, forecasts, and other
measures of recruitment and admissions effectiveness; use data,
market research, and enrollment trends to inform strategy and
resource allocation.
Lead recruitment and yield initiatives across master's,
doctoral, online, and international populations, including
recruitment travel, events, webinars, campus visits, fellowship
recruitment, and prospective and admitted student engagement.
Build strong partnerships with graduate program coordinators,
department chairs, faculty, college leadership, and other academic
stakeholders to establish enrollment priorities, develop
program-specific recruitment strategies, and support applicant
conversion and enrollment.
Lead the development and continuous improvement of admissions
technology, CRM workflows, communications, reporting, automation,
and business processes in partnership with systems and operations
staff.
Identify and develop enrollment opportunities through
university partnerships, pathway and collaborative academic
programs, sponsored student programs, recruitment organizations,
and other domestic and international partnerships.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications and academic
programs to develop targeted, multichannel recruitment and yield
campaigns and ensure websites, communications, and recruitment
materials effectively support enrollment goals.
Manage the Office of Graduate and International Admissions
budget, including recruitment investments, travel, events,
marketing, professional development, and other operational
expenditures; evaluate effectiveness and return on investment.
Advise Graduate School and university leadership on graduate
enrollment trends, recruitment opportunities, admissions policies,
operational challenges, and emerging issues affecting
enrollment.
Represent Missouri S&T and the Graduate School at
recruitment events, conferences, partner institutions, and other
external engagements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Shift
Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm; Possibility of some weekend and evening
work
Minimum Qualifications
A master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and at least 7 years of experience from which comparable
knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in
graduate admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, or a
related higher education field, including at least three years of
experience supervising and developing professional staff.
- Demonstrated success developing, implementing, and assessing
data-informed recruitment, admissions, enrollment, and yield
strategies for multiple student populations and delivery
modalities.
- Experience managing admissions operations, policies, processes,
technology, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze enrollment data, identify
trends, develop forecasts, and translate findings into actionable
strategies.
- Experience developing recruitment campaigns, partnerships, and
programs that contribute to institutional enrollment goals.
- Understanding of graduate education and the recruitment and
enrollment needs of master's, doctoral, online, and international
students.
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional
initiatives and build effective relationships with faculty,
academic leadership, university administrators, staff, students,
and external partners.
- Excellent written and oral communication, presentation,
organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated cultural competency, sound judgment, diplomacy,
and ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex higher
education environment.
- Experience with CRM and student information systems, preferably
Slate and PeopleSoft, and proficiency with Microsoft
Office.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established
as $81,744-$98,450 annually.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not
limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,
skills, and experience, as well as organizational
requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: GGS 13
University Title: DIRECTOR II STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure
you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can
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Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.
Community Information
University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research
universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It
was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions
west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St.
Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an
accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks'
scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in
engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business,
with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and
engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty,
Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population,
yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and
impactful careers.
About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help
individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place
for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe
neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for
all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes
offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every
lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events,
concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the
year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned
performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla
offers a high quality of life with a supportive community,
affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous
opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental
leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all
four UM System campuses. For additional information on University
benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 573-341-7734.
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Job Title DIRECTOR OF GRADUATE AND INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS
#00065331
Job ID 61084
Location Rolla
Department Grad & International Admiss
Job Family Student Support
Business Unit Missouri S & T
Posted Date 09/21/2026
Close Date Open Until Filled
