Executive Director, Admissions & Enrollment
Top Benefits
About the role
This position is being posted in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for
Equal Work Act. The University is currently considering a preferred internal candidate for this role. This notice is provided to inform eligible applicants of the opportunity to apply.
The University is located in Denver, Colorado, a city known for its dynamic
blend of business, innovation and world-class recreation. Denver is consistently ranked by Forbes and Kiplingers Magazine as one of the top cities for young professionals and recent college graduates. The University of Denver is a private institution founded in 1864. It serves a population of more than 5,200 undergraduate and 6,200 graduate students as a research-intensive institution.
The beautiful campus is located approximately seven miles from downtown with
easy access to public transportation.
With a long tradition of excellence and innovation, the Daniels College of
Business prepares students to succeed in a dynamic, changing world. We are a high-achieving community of students, staff and faculty that inspires one another to think in new ways, perform at higher levels, and transform organizations and communities. Daniels is ranked among the top business schools and is the only business school in Colorado to receive rankings and recognition from BusinessWeek, the Financial Times, U.S. News & World Report and Forbes. The Daniels College of Business (DCB) offers a variety of baccalaureate, graduate, PhD and certificate programs which are detailed at https://daniels.du.edu/ [https://daniels.du.edu/]
Position Summary
The University of Denver seeks an experienced and strategic leader to serve as
Executive Director of Admissions & Enrollment for the Daniels College of Business. This role provides leadership for the College’s graduate admissions strategy while partnering with the University’s centralized Office of Admission to support undergraduate business enrollment goals. The position oversees recruitment, admissions, scholarship strategy, and enrollment planning across the Daniels program portfolio. The Executive Director collaborates with College leadership to align enrollment strategy with the College’s financial model and long-term growth objectives.
Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Executive Director leads a team responsible
for recruitment, admissions operations, financial aid coordination, and enrollment strategy. The role manages enrollment for a portfolio of MBA programs, specialized master’s degrees, certificates, and undergraduate business programs while working closely with central university partners.
The Executive Director of Admissions & Enrollment serves as a strategic partner
to the Dean and College leadership in shaping the Daniels College of Business enrollment strategy. The role contributes to long-term planning related to program growth, market positioning, and student demand across the College’s graduate and undergraduate portfolio.
The Executive Director aligns recruitment strategy, scholarship investment, and
market outreach with the College’s academic priorities and financial objectives.
Through data analysis, market intelligence, and enrollment forecasting, the
position supports decisions that influence program growth, class composition, and net tuition revenue.
Essential Functions
Enrollment Strategy and Planning
- The Executive Director collaborates with the Dean, Associate Dean of Finance, and academic leadership to establish and achieve annual enrollment goals related to headcount, academic quality, and net tuition revenue. The role oversees enrollment forecasting, pipeline monitoring, and strategic planning that supports the College’s long-term enrollment and revenue objectives.
Graduate Admissions Leadership
- The Executive Director oversees the graduate admissions process from inquiry through matriculation across the College’s portfolio of MBA programs, specialized master’s degrees, and certificate programs. The role works closely with academic leadership to ensure admissions decisions align with program priorities and student success outcomes.
Undergraduate Enrollment Collaboration
- The Executive Director partners with the University’s centralized Office of Admission to support undergraduate business enrollment goals. The Daniels admissions team primarily contributes through recruitment events, yield programming, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen the undergraduate business pipeline.
Scholarship Strategy and Yield Optimization
- The Executive Director oversees scholarship strategy and allocation in order to support recruitment goals, improve enrollment yield, and attract high-quality and diverse candidates. The role works closely with financial aid partners and admissions leadership to ensure awards are distributed strategically and in alignment with available resources.
Recruitment Strategy, Marketing, and Market Development
- In collaboration with the Office of Communications and Marketing, the Executive Director develops recruitment initiatives, explores emerging markets, and implements outreach strategies designed to strengthen the College’s competitive position in graduate business education.
Admissions Operations and Team Leadership
- The Executive Director provides leadership, supervision, and professional development for the admissions and enrollment team, including the Associate Director and Assistant Directors responsible for recruitment, applicant engagement, and admissions evaluation. The role ensures efficient admissions workflows and a high-quality applicant experience.
Data Analysis and Enrollment Reporting
- The Executive Director monitors enrollment metrics including application volume, conversion rates, GPA, test scores, diversity indicators, and yield outcomes. The role conducts post-cycle analyses and provides regular reporting to College leadership on enrollment performance and pipeline trends.
Institutional Collaboration and Policy Development
- The Executive Director serves as a liaison with the University’s Office of Graduate Education and other central enrollment partners to strengthen policies, systems, and collaborative initiatives that support graduate and undergraduate enrollment success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Extensive understanding of graduate admissions and enrollment management processes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Ability to analyze enrollment data and translate insights into strategy.
- Commitment to process improvement, measurement, and continuous optimization.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to collaborate across academic and administrative units.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of experience in admissions or enrollment management.
- Demonstrated experience using data to inform recruitment and enrollment strategy.
- Experience working with CRM systems such as Slate.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in admissions or enrollment management with leadership responsibility.
- MBA or master’s degree in a related field.
- Experience working in graduate business education.
- Experience supervising professional staff.
Working Environment
- Standard office environment.
- Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
- Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
- Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.
- Occasionally required to move about the office/campus.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) July 14, 2026.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu [https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/listing/] to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Grade Number
The salary grade for the position is 14.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $110,000-$120,000.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its
good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits [https://www.du.edu/sites/default/files/2026-02/Benefits%20Overview-Benefited%20Employees_FINAL_2.9.2026.pdf], including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver [https://www.du.edu/].
Please include the following documents with your application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement [https://www.du.edu/equalopportunity/non-discrimination-statement].
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal
history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.
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About University of Denver
The mission of the Office of Teaching and Learning at the University of Denver is to foster innovation and strengthen practices in teaching, course design and curriculum development to improve learning across the university.
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Executive Director, Admissions & Enrollment
Top Benefits
About the role
This position is being posted in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for
Equal Work Act. The University is currently considering a preferred internal candidate for this role. This notice is provided to inform eligible applicants of the opportunity to apply.
The University is located in Denver, Colorado, a city known for its dynamic
blend of business, innovation and world-class recreation. Denver is consistently ranked by Forbes and Kiplingers Magazine as one of the top cities for young professionals and recent college graduates. The University of Denver is a private institution founded in 1864. It serves a population of more than 5,200 undergraduate and 6,200 graduate students as a research-intensive institution.
The beautiful campus is located approximately seven miles from downtown with
easy access to public transportation.
With a long tradition of excellence and innovation, the Daniels College of
Business prepares students to succeed in a dynamic, changing world. We are a high-achieving community of students, staff and faculty that inspires one another to think in new ways, perform at higher levels, and transform organizations and communities. Daniels is ranked among the top business schools and is the only business school in Colorado to receive rankings and recognition from BusinessWeek, the Financial Times, U.S. News & World Report and Forbes. The Daniels College of Business (DCB) offers a variety of baccalaureate, graduate, PhD and certificate programs which are detailed at https://daniels.du.edu/ [https://daniels.du.edu/]
Position Summary
The University of Denver seeks an experienced and strategic leader to serve as
Executive Director of Admissions & Enrollment for the Daniels College of Business. This role provides leadership for the College’s graduate admissions strategy while partnering with the University’s centralized Office of Admission to support undergraduate business enrollment goals. The position oversees recruitment, admissions, scholarship strategy, and enrollment planning across the Daniels program portfolio. The Executive Director collaborates with College leadership to align enrollment strategy with the College’s financial model and long-term growth objectives.
Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Executive Director leads a team responsible
for recruitment, admissions operations, financial aid coordination, and enrollment strategy. The role manages enrollment for a portfolio of MBA programs, specialized master’s degrees, certificates, and undergraduate business programs while working closely with central university partners.
The Executive Director of Admissions & Enrollment serves as a strategic partner
to the Dean and College leadership in shaping the Daniels College of Business enrollment strategy. The role contributes to long-term planning related to program growth, market positioning, and student demand across the College’s graduate and undergraduate portfolio.
The Executive Director aligns recruitment strategy, scholarship investment, and
market outreach with the College’s academic priorities and financial objectives.
Through data analysis, market intelligence, and enrollment forecasting, the
position supports decisions that influence program growth, class composition, and net tuition revenue.
Essential Functions
Enrollment Strategy and Planning
- The Executive Director collaborates with the Dean, Associate Dean of Finance, and academic leadership to establish and achieve annual enrollment goals related to headcount, academic quality, and net tuition revenue. The role oversees enrollment forecasting, pipeline monitoring, and strategic planning that supports the College’s long-term enrollment and revenue objectives.
Graduate Admissions Leadership
- The Executive Director oversees the graduate admissions process from inquiry through matriculation across the College’s portfolio of MBA programs, specialized master’s degrees, and certificate programs. The role works closely with academic leadership to ensure admissions decisions align with program priorities and student success outcomes.
Undergraduate Enrollment Collaboration
- The Executive Director partners with the University’s centralized Office of Admission to support undergraduate business enrollment goals. The Daniels admissions team primarily contributes through recruitment events, yield programming, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen the undergraduate business pipeline.
Scholarship Strategy and Yield Optimization
- The Executive Director oversees scholarship strategy and allocation in order to support recruitment goals, improve enrollment yield, and attract high-quality and diverse candidates. The role works closely with financial aid partners and admissions leadership to ensure awards are distributed strategically and in alignment with available resources.
Recruitment Strategy, Marketing, and Market Development
- In collaboration with the Office of Communications and Marketing, the Executive Director develops recruitment initiatives, explores emerging markets, and implements outreach strategies designed to strengthen the College’s competitive position in graduate business education.
Admissions Operations and Team Leadership
- The Executive Director provides leadership, supervision, and professional development for the admissions and enrollment team, including the Associate Director and Assistant Directors responsible for recruitment, applicant engagement, and admissions evaluation. The role ensures efficient admissions workflows and a high-quality applicant experience.
Data Analysis and Enrollment Reporting
- The Executive Director monitors enrollment metrics including application volume, conversion rates, GPA, test scores, diversity indicators, and yield outcomes. The role conducts post-cycle analyses and provides regular reporting to College leadership on enrollment performance and pipeline trends.
Institutional Collaboration and Policy Development
- The Executive Director serves as a liaison with the University’s Office of Graduate Education and other central enrollment partners to strengthen policies, systems, and collaborative initiatives that support graduate and undergraduate enrollment success.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Extensive understanding of graduate admissions and enrollment management processes.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Ability to analyze enrollment data and translate insights into strategy.
- Commitment to process improvement, measurement, and continuous optimization.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities.
- Ability to collaborate across academic and administrative units.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of experience in admissions or enrollment management.
- Demonstrated experience using data to inform recruitment and enrollment strategy.
- Experience working with CRM systems such as Slate.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in admissions or enrollment management with leadership responsibility.
- MBA or master’s degree in a related field.
- Experience working in graduate business education.
- Experience supervising professional staff.
Working Environment
- Standard office environment.
- Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
- Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
- Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.
- Occasionally required to move about the office/campus.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) July 14, 2026.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu [https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/listing/] to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Grade Number
The salary grade for the position is 14.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $110,000-$120,000.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its
good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits [https://www.du.edu/sites/default/files/2026-02/Benefits%20Overview-Benefited%20Employees_FINAL_2.9.2026.pdf], including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver [https://www.du.edu/].
Please include the following documents with your application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement [https://www.du.edu/equalopportunity/non-discrimination-statement].
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal
history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.
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About University of Denver
The mission of the Office of Teaching and Learning at the University of Denver is to foster innovation and strengthen practices in teaching, course design and curriculum development to improve learning across the university.