Associate Dean of Graduate Admission

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Position Title Associate Dean of Graduate Admission Position Number 897982 Position Category Administration School/Division Enrollment Management Department Office of Graduate Admission - Student Enrollment, Engagement and Success Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time Description

Reporting to the Dean of Graduate Admission, the Senior Associate Dean supports academic departments to attract and enroll the most qualified graduate students. This individual will play a pivotal role in building relationships with key stakeholders, supervising team members, and ensuring applications are reviewed efficiently. This position requires a flexible work schedule, including early mornings, late evenings and/or occasional weekends to support extended student services.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Manages a portfolio of select graduate programs, serving as the primary admissions contact and overseeing all related recruitment and admissions activities.

* Supervises 1-2 graduate recruiters, including setting priorities, assigning projects, and supporting team development through regular check-ins.

* Reviews and verifies admission decisions submitted by faculty committees to ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional policies.

* Interprets and analyzes detailed reports to regularly provide enrollment projections to leadership and inform strategy.

* Collaborates with faculty and campus partners to understand program needs and support enrollment goals.

* Develops and implements creative strategies to attract, engage, and enroll a diverse and qualified pool of graduate students.

* Maintains up-to-date knowledge of university policies, application systems, and industry best practices to inform decision-making and improve operations.

* Represents the university at events, conferences, and meetings as needed.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree required.

* Valid driver's license.

* Two to Four years of relevant experience.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders, including students, faculty, alumni, and external partners.

* Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's degree preferred.

* Three to five years of recruitment experience within higher education; preference given to those with prior experience in graduate admission.

* Experience supervising full-time administrators.

* Familiarity with database management and admissions-specific software is a plus.

Special Instructions Deadline Open Until Filled Date Posted 07/02/2026 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to…