Assistant Dean of Admissions

Mass Bay Community College

Mass Bay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to promote their personal growth, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region's economic development.

Massachusetts Bay Community College is served by a cadre of employees of varied backgrounds and experiences. We invite all individuals to consider joining our community.

Located in Greater Boston, Mass Bay is a comprehensive, open-access community college, offering associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts.

Department:
Admissions

Location:

Wellesley Hills/Framingham

The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community and have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Assistant Dean of Admissions provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and hands‑on support for all admissions functions at the college. This role plays a central part in shaping enrollment strategies, strengthening pathways for diverse student populations, and cultivating a well‑trained, positive, knowledgeable, and confident admissions team.

Working closely with academic departments, student services, and community partners, the Assistant Dean advances institutional enrollment goals and promotes student success through a student‑centered, equity‑driven admissions philosophy.

In addition to ensuring that every prospective and admitted student experiences a welcoming, supportive, transparent, and equitable pathway from inquiry through enrollment, the Assistant Dean fosters a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared accountability across the division. This leader values cross‑departmental partnerships, supports professional growth among staff, and contributes to initiatives that enhance student persistence and long‑term success.

• Support the Vice President for Enrollment Management by advancing Mass Bay's mission, vision, and goals through policy development, strategic leadership, and direction for the Office of Admissions.
• Supervise the admissions leadership team across all three campuses (Wellesley, Framingham, and Ashland) and provide coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and service‑oriented team culture.
• Develop and execute comprehensive enrollment and admissions strategies aligned with the college's mission, equity goals, and strategic plan.
• Use data analytics to forecast enrollment trends, identify equity gaps, and inform strategic interventions.
• Establish and track annual enrollment goals and admissions KPIs with a focus on access, yield, and student retention.
• Represent the Admissions Office on committees, task forces, and cross‑departmental initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with college departments and divisions for planning, coordinating, implementing, and assessing admissions recruitment and student engagement strategies in accordance with the College's Strategic Plan.
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Office to create and update branded collateral for print, e‑mail, and digital.
• Create a clear and comprehensive admissions communication plan and flow that spans every stage of the enrollment funnel (prospect to enrolled student).
• Resolve complex student concerns and serve as an escalation point for admissions‑related issues.
• Develop and supervise recruitment activities targeting various populations, including adult learners, first‑generation students, dual‑enrollment students, and underserved communities.

• Ensure admissions processes are transparent, user-friendly, and accessible to students of all backgrounds and abilities.
• Design and implement onboarding systems that reduce administrative barriers and promote smooth transitions from application to enrollment.
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