Deputy Director of Admissions

Washington University, a private research university located in St. Louis, Missouri, is seeking a collaborative and strategic Deputy Director of Admissions to serve as a senior member of the Office of Admissions leadership team and provide operational leadership and supervisory management in areas including recruitment, yield, staff and team development. As a senior leader in the admission office, the Deputy Director will report to the Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions and provide direct supervision and support to a staff of 16, including three direct reports. The Deputy Director will ensure that staff are meeting objectives and goals; provide leadership in supervision and project management oversight; and is responsible for developing and implementing programs and initiatives.

In partnership with the Vice Provost, the Executive Director and an additional Deputy Director- Selections, the chosen candidate will provide oversight, strategic direction, and support to the efforts to recruit, select, and yield a talented and diverse class. The new Deputy Director will challenge staff to think creatively and innovatively and to use and process data to inform, improve, and implement projects and programs. The Deputy Director supports admissions efforts to standardize procedures, expand professional development, and nurture a culture of collaboration across the unit. The Deputy Director works closely with the Executive Director to develop and execute strategic plans related to recruitment and yield.

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