Director of Admission

Overview

The Director of Admission provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Admission at Hampton University. This individual is responsible for developing and implementing data-informed recruitment and enrollment strategies that support the university’s mission as a Historically Black College or University, advancing access, diversity, and student success. The Director will lead efforts to attract, admit, and enroll a talented, diverse, and mission-aligned student body, including first-year, transfer, and international students as applicable.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-year enrollment strategy aligned with institutional goals and values.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and professional development for the Admission staff team.
• Cultivate an inclusive, student-centered culture that reflects the mission and legacy of HBCUs.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to strengthen recruitment pipelines and student success initiatives.
• Design and implement targeted recruitment initiatives to attract a diverse pool of students, including underrepresented populations, first-generation students, and non-traditional learners.
• Represent the university at regional, national, and virtual college fairs, community events, and high school visits.
• Oversee the development of marketing materials, digital campaigns, and communication plans that highlight the distinctive value of the HBCU experience.
• Manage all aspects of the admission process—application review, decision-making, and communication with prospective students and families.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and ethical evaluation of applications consistent with institutional policies, NACAC (National Association of College Admission Counselors) and AACRAO (American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers) standards.
• Oversee admission data collection, reporting, and trend analysis to inform decision-making and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Financial Aid, Registrar, Academic Affairs, and Institutional Research offices to support seamless enrollment and retention processes.
• Build and maintain partnerships with high schools, community colleges, community-based organizations, and alumni to strengthen pipelines and recruitment networks.
• Serve as an ambassador of the university’s mission and core values in public and professional engagements.
• Participate in professional organizations and conferences to advance institutional visibility and best practices.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Counseling, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in college admissions, enrollment management, or related area.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising and developing professional staff.
• Strong communication, data analysis, and project management skills.
• Commitment to the values, mission, and cultural significance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Business, or related field.
• Experience with CRM and integrated student information systems (e.g., Slate, Banner, Jenzabar, Salesforce).
• Proven success in developing recruitment strategies that improve yield and diversity.
• Knowledge of retention and student success strategies for underrepresented student populations.