"Director of Graduate Enrollment & Partnerships - MSIS & MSFT Programs"

Director of Graduate Enrollment & Partnerships - MSIS & MSFT Programs

Company: Menlo College

Category: Admissions and Enrollment

Type: Full-Time

Email: AcademicAffairs@Menlo.edu

Position: Director of Graduate Enrollment & Partnerships - MSIS & MSFT Programs

Reports to: VP for Academic Affairs / Dean, School of Business

Position Type: Full-time, 12-months

Application Deadline: Position open until filled

Starting Salary: $90,000 – $95,000 – DOE

About Menlo College

Menlo College is a vibrant, globally engaged business school located in the heart of Silicon Valley—a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration. Our mission is to ignite potential and prepare students to make meaningful contributions in the innovation economy. With students from 48 countries and a strong tradition of close faculty-student engagement, Menlo offers a uniquely diverse, supportive, and entrepreneurial academic environment. Menlo College has been recognized by The Princeton Review’s “Best Colleges” list every year since 2014, and in 2025, was ranked as one of the top 13% of all nationwide colleges by Forbes Magazine. We are accredited by AACSB and WSCUC, and proudly designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI)—an achievement held by only 1% of U.S. colleges.

Position Overview

Menlo College School of Business seeks an Executive Director of Graduate Enrollment & Partnerships to drive strategic enrollment growth and expand industry connections for our MS in Information Systems (MSIS) and MS in Financial Technology (MSFT) programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Enrollment Strategy: Drive innovative recruitment for MSIS and MSFT programs across domestic and global markets.
• Forge Partnerships: Build pipelines through employers, alumni, and industry partners to support enrollment and career pathways.
• Expand Global Reach: Represent Menlo at fairs, conferences, and international recruitment events.
• Collaborate Internally: Align efforts with faculty, staff, and leadership to advance program growth.
• Enhance Candidate Experience: Oversee the admissions pipeline and ensure a seamless journey from inquiry to enrollment.
• Leverage Data: Use CRM tools and analytics to monitor progress and refine strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in graduate recruitment, admissions, or related fields.
• Experience building partnerships between industry and academic programs.
• Experience in STEM or business graduate programs and international recruitment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in building pipelines that expand diversity and enrollment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with cultural competency to engage global candidates.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and collaborative environment.

Why Join Menlo College?

• Impact & Innovation: Shape two fast-growing graduate programs in business and technology.
• Corporate Connectivity: Engage directly with Silicon Valley employers, global corporations, and Menlo College alumni.
• Visibility & Influence: Report to the VP for Academic Affairs / Dean, with national and international reach.
• Agile Culture: Work in a creative, entrepreneurial environment that values results.
• Career Growth: Expand your leadership profile through corporate engagement and global outreach.
• Competitive Package: Salary, benefits, and hybrid flexibility.

Application Process

To apply, email a letter of interest, CV, and two letters of recommendation (PDF format) to hr@menlo.edu and AcademicAffairs@Menlo.edu.