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Admissions Operations Director

University of Kentucky -
Lexington, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$64,210 - $105,914 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Data-driven problem-solving

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Job Title

Admissions Operations Director

Requisition Number

RE55280

Working Title

Director of Graduate Enrollment Management

Department Name

1B500:Enrollment Management

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

Salary Range

$64,210-105,914/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time.
Occasional travel required for recruitment events and professional engagement

Shift

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm (40hours/week).

Job Summary

The Director of Graduate Admissions & Recruitment provides strategic leadership for graduate enrollment management, including admissions operations, enrollment strategy, and recruitment. This position is responsible for developing and executing data-informed strategies to increase graduate enrollment, improve conversion and yield, and support sustainable growth across the university’s graduate portfolio.

The director serves as the institutional lead for graduate admissions policy, ensuring consistent, compliant, and strategic application of admission standards across all programs. This role partners closely with academic leadership; marketing and brand strategy; institutional research, analytics, and decision support; and external stakeholders to expand pipelines, optimize technology systems, and enhance the prospective student experience. The position plays a central role in aligning graduate enrollment efforts with institutional priorities, including online growth and workforce development

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Knowledge of graduate admissions policies, regulatory considerations, and best practices
Ability to interpret and apply policy in complex or exception-based scenarios
Strategic enrollment planning and execution skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Leadership and staff development skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Doctorate degree
10+years of experience in graduate enrollment strategy or admissions leadership
Experience leading enrollment growth initiatives (graduate or online programs)
Experience using CRM platforms (e.g., Slate, Salesforce) to support recruitment strategy
Strong background in data interpretation and enrollment strategy execution
Experience in international recruitment and/or partnership development
Experience managing vendors or digital recruitment efforts

Deadline to Apply

08/05/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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