Senior Assistant Director of Admission

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page for further information.

The mission of Brown University is to serve the community, the nation and the world by discovering, communicating and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry, and by educating and preparing students to discharge the offices of life with usefulness and reputation. The Office of College Admission supports this mission through the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of students that will embrace the rigorous yet flexible Open Curriculum and challenge each other intellectually while fostering a community centered around kindness and questioning.

The Office of College Admission thinks about how an applicants’ unique talents, accomplishments, energy, curiosity, perspective and identity might weave into the ever-changing tapestry that is Brown University. Grades, standardized test scores, essays, recommendations, independent work, the quality of the secondary school program and achievements outside the classroom are among the factors used to evaluate this promise, but no one of these measures is considered determinative.

Senior Assistant Directors read and evaluate applications for admission, serve as voting members of the Board of Admission during the selection process, develop regional recruitment strategies, conduct group information sessions for prospective students and families, represent the university at schools and college fairs during travel to assigned geographic territories and alumni and other recruitment events. Senior Assistant Directors are responsible for assisting with and at times leading special projects and providing recommendations and professional support to Associate Directors. This Senior Assistant Director also leads the Office of College Admission’s recruitment and selection of U.S. military veterans, maintains the office’s relationships with Brown’s ROTC battalions, and serves as the primary admission liaison to the Brown Office of Military Affiliated Students (OMAS). Active duty military experience is strongly preferred.

Education and Experience

• →Required:  Bachelor’s Degree
• →Required: 6 years of experience in education/higher education fields, preferably college admission experience at a highly selective university.
• →Military experience or service background preferred.

Job Competencies

• →Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong writing, active listening and public speaking skills
• →Sensitivity to concerns of people of different ages and backgrounds
• →Willingness and ability to work both independently and with groups
• →Creativity, efficiency, flexibility, open-mindedness, good judgment
• →Ability to work long hours
• →Ability to travel
• →Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• →First-hand knowledge of major issues facing American colleges and universities
• →Driver’s license
• →Understanding of Brown and its academic standards
• →Capacity to relate easily and appropriately with a broad range of people
• →Knowledge of the U.S. military and the experiences of veterans, service members and ROTC students in higher education
• →Understanding of public relations and social media

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All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Applicants are asked to include a resume and cover letter. 

The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.

Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

Please note that to be considered for a staff position at Brown University, you must submit a separate application for each position you wish to be considered for. Applications are reviewed only for the specific position to which they are submitted and are not automatically considered for future openings.  

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.