Admissions Director

Job Title:

Admissions Director

Location:

Dalton State College

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by Modern Think, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

This position is responsible for directing the colleges student admissions functions.

A complete application must include:

Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Salary: $73,700

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option:
  Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 Well-being rewards
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December holidays)
• USG Benefits

• Trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel.
• Resolves human resources issues.
• Manages department budget.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures.
• Directs the maintenance of department files and databases.

• Develops and oversees annual admission enrollment goals.
• Develops and oversees the implementation of recruitment plans.
• Develops and oversees the implementation of communication plans.
• Directs the creation of publications and print pieces.
• Resolves escalated admissions issues.
• Executes admissions processing and decisions.
• Monitors processing volumes and accuracy.
• Monitors progress toward institutional admissions goals.

• Performs the duties of other department staff as needed.
• Completes High School Curriculum Unit evaluations for non-accredited and homeschool students.
• Serves on a variety of campus and community committees.
• Develops and maintains relationships with stakeholders, including local high schools.

• Masters degree in a course of study related to the occupational field required.

• More than five years of related experience required.

• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Family Education Rights and Privacy Act guidelines.
• Knowledge of college recruitment principles.
• Knowledge of budget management principles.

• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in supervising the work of personnel.
• Skill in the completion of a variety of reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

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