Assistant Director of Admissions, Cornell SC Johnson College of Business

Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative, inclusive, and dynamic teaching and research university where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to make an enduring contribution to the betterment of humanity. Cornell University is one of the largest and most diverse institutions in the Ivy League. We are a community of 22,000 students and more than 10,000 faculty and staff members representing more than 80 countries and hundreds of disciplines—global cultures, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

The Cornell SC Johnson College of Business comprises the university’s three accredited business schools: The Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration, the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, and the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management. The College delivers undergraduate, graduate, and professional business programs, creating a collaborative, comprehensive business management program that preserves the excellence of all three schools while uniting the faculty and students. The Cornell SC Johnson College of Business is one of the most comprehensive business schools in the nation, with 145 research faculty and nearly 2,900 undergraduate, professional, and graduate students. The College has a collection of areas of expertise not found in any other leading institution and an unparalleled resource base from which to draw—both within the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and within Cornell University (including Cornell Tech).

Enrollment representatives within Cornell’s colleges, schools, and units regularly collaborate and partner with the Enrollment Division to accomplish the University’s enrollment goals.

   

The Office of Undergraduate and Specialized Master’s Programs Admissions plays a vital role in attracting high‑quality applicants to the SC Johnson College of Business. Each year, our undergraduate business programs draw approximately 8,000 applications, yielding nearly 500 new Cornell students. Our admissions team is collaborative, energetic, and deeply committed to identifying top‑tier talent while fostering an inclusive and welcoming community.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, the Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for implementing and leading off‑campus recruitment strategies for prospective undergraduate students. In partnership with the Associate Director, this role develops and executes recruitment plans that strengthen relationships with targeted high schools, community‑based organizations, and business‑focused academic programs to increase awareness of the College’s offerings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Implement and lead off‑campus recruitment strategies for prospective undergraduate students.
• Build and maintain relationships with targeted high schools, community‑based organizations (CBOs), and business‑focused academic programs to increase awareness and applications.
• Plan and manage outreach activities to engage high school students and cultivate interest in the SC Johnson College of Business.
• Conduct 2–4 weeks of annual travel to priority regions for recruitment events and high‑school engagement.
• Develop programs and outreach for guidance counselors and influencers who support targeted student populations.
• Serve as co‑advisor to the Dyson and Nolan Student Ambassador programs.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, training, and engagement for approximately 40 student ambassadors.
• Support ambassador involvement in admissions events, recruitment, and yield activities.
• Review 1,000+ undergraduate and transfer applications each year across a designated domestic and international territory.
• Contribute to a culture of belonging by communicating across differences, demonstrating empathy and respect, and supporting a healthy, inclusive work environment.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Frequent travel (domestic and international) is required along with evening and weekend hours.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with two to four years of work experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong team orientation and ability to work effectively with prospective students, parents, faculty, senior staff, alumni, industry leaders, and outside organizations.
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