East Carolina University seeks a Director for Undergraduate Admissions who is forward-thinking, adaptable to change, and dedicated to enhancing the University’s reputation and profile through strategic enrollment initiatives. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who embodies East Carolina University’s values and is passionate about facilitating educational opportunities for the students the University serves.
East Carolina University offers an outstanding array of academic opportunities complemented by the complete college experience. ECU’s core commitment to student success is evident in the sense of community among students, faculty and staff. With over 2,000 faculty members and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1, ECU is home to a vibrant and increasingly diverse group of national and international scholars. For these reasons and more, ECU is recognized as one of the nation’s best public institutions, providing the benefits of a large research university while maintaining a small college feel.
ECU Undergraduate Admissions oversees the recruitment and admissions process for all undergraduate student types, including first-year students, transfer, readmit, post-baccalaureate, online and visiting students. Due to the efforts of the full undergraduate admissions team, ECU saw increases in first-year student enrollment and incoming transfer enrollment in fall 2023 and fall 2024. The Undergraduate Admissions Office is responsible for identifying, attracting and enrolling students in sufficient numbers to meet the University’s enrollment projections while improving the quality of the student population. The office processes approximately 36,000 applications yearly, including first-year students, transfer, readmit, visitor, non-degree, pre-college, and auditor students. The Admissions Office’s activities are performed by a staff which includes a substantial operations and processing staff, administrative support staff, technical support staff, as well as counselors, assistant directors, associate directors, and senior associate directors.
The Director for Undergraduate Admissions will be an experienced admissions and enrollment leader who possesses a comprehensive understanding of higher education admissions processes and trends with a demonstrated track record and expertise in data-driven decision making. The ideal candidate will value working in a team-oriented environment and will have the collaborative mindset needed to work with diverse constituents, including faculty, staff, and external partners. The Director for Undergraduate Admissions will project knowledge and confidence and value opportunities to engage with prospective students, parents, high school counselors, and others seeking to attend East Carolina University.
The Director for Undergraduate Admissions will possess a master’s degree with five years of related experience in administration of an admissions office. The ideal candidate will have experience developing, leading, and/or supporting recruitment events for middle, high school, and college-aged students, experience with integrated student information systems; and possess current knowledge of the enrollment landscape and best practices for communicating with potential students. The full position can be viewed here.
Screening will begin in December 2024 and continue until an appointment is made. Applications (including CV and a cover letter) should be submitted using DSG’s candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries should be directed electronically to: [email protected].
Euris E. Belle, Managing Director
Kim M. Morrisson, Ph.D., Managing Director
Christine Falcone, Senior Search Associate
The Diversified Search Group
One Commerce Square, 2005 Market Street, Suite 3300, Philadelphia PA 19103
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.