Admissions Specialist, Graduate

About The University

Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood of Riverdale, close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as Van Cortlandt Park, and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 3,000 full‑time and part‑time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study.

It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.

The Admissions Specialist serves as a population‑specific enrollment professional responsible for recruitment, outreach, advising, and application review for an assigned student segment. Distinct from a generalist Admissions Counselor, the Specialist develops deep expertise in a defined enrollment population, executes targeted recruitment strategies, and contributes meaningfully to institutional enrollment goals, yield strategy, and student success priorities.

This role operates in close coordination with the Dean of Enrollment Management and/or the Senior Director of Transfer and International Admissions and supports the Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing through disciplined funnel management, high‑touch student engagement, and data‑informed recruitment practices.

The Admissions Specialist is a student‑facing enrollment professional responsible for recruiting prospective students, advising families, supporting campus visit programming, and reviewing applications for an assigned territory or market. In alignment with the four Admissions Specialist roles (Traditional Undergraduate, Transfer & Veterans, International, or Graduate), this Specialist is assigned to a primary population focus for Graduate Admissions while maintaining the shared core expectations of territory management, outreach/event execution, application evaluation, CRM discipline, and partnership with Financial Aid and campus stakeholders.

This is an in‑person, on‑campus, non‑remote position.

Dean of Admissions

• Serve as the primary admissions representative for graduate programs.
• Counsel prospective students on program fit, application requirements, and admissions timelines.
• Review graduate applications in collaboration with academic departments and program directors.
• Coordinate recruitment activities including information sessions, webinars, employer outreach, and pipeline development.
• Partner with academic leadership to align recruitment messaging with workforce trends and market demand.
• Support admitted‑student conversion efforts through personalized engagement and yield initiatives.
• Track lead flow, applications, and enrollments for graduate populations, contributing to data‑informed growth strategies.
• Maintain compliance with institutional policies and accreditation requirements related to graduate admissions.

• Bachelor's Degree required, master’s degree preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent writing, and public speaking abilities
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships in a competitive environment
• Enthusiastic personality, strong problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license and REAL  required for local and domestic travel
• Able to work weekends and evenings as needed
• Experience with SLATE and Banner is a plus
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
• Preference for candidates with prior experience in undergraduate admissions

Manhattan University is an E‑Verify employer.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student‑centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our…