School of Pharmacy - Assistant Director of Admissions

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School of Pharmacy - Assistant Director of Admissions Job Description

Are you a strategic recruiter who excels at relationship building and is passionate about student success? The Cedarville University School of Pharmacy seeks a dynamic and results‑driven Assistant Director of Admissions to lead recruitment efforts and build tomorrow’s healthcare cohorts. If you desire to make a lasting impact on healthcare education and guide aspiring pharmacists, we invite you to apply to this full‑time (2080‑hours), exempt staff position.

In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of recruitment and admissions for the undergraduate pre‑pharmacy program, and on‑site admission requirements for the graduate PharmD program, while developing and executing recruitment strategies, managing the Pharmacy admissions process, and closely collaborating with faculty and staff to achieve enrollment goals for the School of Pharmacy.

Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs in the School of Pharmacy, the Assistant Director ensures recruitment efforts are aligned with the strategic goals of both the School of Pharmacy and undergraduate and graduate programs.

This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a background check. This position is located in Cedarville, Ohio.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, supplemented with a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience in recruitment, student service, higher education, customer service, or similar experience preferred. An Assistant Director‑level designation is based on relevant work experience and qualifications.
• High computer proficiency with the ability to use technology to acquire, analyze, and communicate information. Fluency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Teams, etc.) and Slate (or similar CRM) highly preferred. A working knowledge of the Centralized Application Service (CAS) system used by various programs is preferred.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated to solve problems effectively while managing various projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Proven ability to concentrate, use independent reasoning, and good judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and achieve priorities in the work environment.
• Other required work qualities: energetic, innovative, compassionate, poised, resilient, trustworthy, dependable, well‑organized, detail‑oriented, flexible, and adaptive to change.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to serve and communicate in a professional and responsive manner.

• A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do –transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are amission‑led , Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• A beautiful, well‑maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family‑oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
• Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university‑sponsored events.
• Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips.

Direct official inquiries to Jennifer Cochran, SHRM-CP, Director of Academic Human Resource Services. Direct position‑specific inquiries to Dr. Thad Franz, Associate Dean of Student Affairs, School of Pharmacy.

Cedarville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.