Chief Enrollment and Student Engagement Officer

Chief Enrollment and Student Engagement Officer

Olin College of Engineering
, located in Needham, MA, seeks a collaborative, visionary and data-driven leader to serve in this role.

Founded in 1997, the college’s mission is to prepare students to become exemplary engineering innovators who recognize needs, design solutions, and engage in creative enterprises for the good of the world. Olin is dedicated to continual discovery and development of effective learning approaches, environments, and to co‑developing educational transformation with collaborators around the globe.

Reporting to President May Lee, the CESEO will join the College at an exciting time as new leadership sets the strategic agenda for Olin’s future. The Chief Enrollment and Student Engagement Officer will provide leadership across the enrollment lifecycle, demonstrating a deep and nuanced understanding of admission, financial aid, and retention, as well as student engagement and success. The successful candidate will have a consistent and active on‑campus presence.

Salary range: $275,000–$300,000. The actual pay will be based on experience and the agreed‑upon portfolio. The position is campus‑based and the preferred start date is Summer 2026.

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NES, a national executive search firm specializing in higher education, is assisting Olin with this search. For a confidential conversation or to submit nominations, please contact Drew Nichols () or Catherine Capolupo (cathe). Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a letter of interest addressing the following:
As a community, we support the growth of all our members—students, staff, and faculty. We invite you to wonder with us about the ways in which joining Olin would fit into your own personal objectives, professional objectives, interests, passions, and so forth.

Applicants should also provide the names and contact information of at least five professional references. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be handled with utmost confidentiality, and candidates will be notified before references are contacted. For best consideration, submit all application materials electronically to  no later than May 3, 2026.

Olin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from candidates belonging to groups that have historically been underrepresented in higher education, including racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQIA people, and people with disabilities. Employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at HR.