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Assistant Director for Application Management
Business Title
Assistant Director for Application Management
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, after reviewing the position profile below, please submit the online application, a current resume and cover letter addressing your professional interest in this role. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For priority consideration, apply by July 27, 2026. For full consideration apply by August 10, 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016426T
Department Summary
Ohio University is seeking a detail-oriented professional to serve as Assistant Director for Application Management, playing a critical role in the review and release of admission decisions for more than 40,000 undergraduate applications annually across all Ohio University campuses. This highly collaborative position will help shape and oversee complex application review workflows, decision release processes, and post-admission operations that directly support the University's enrollment goals and student experience. Working closely with Undergraduate Admissions leadership, this role combines operational strategy, process management, and data-informed decision-making.
As a key member of the application management team, the assistant director will guide the day-to-day coordination of application review and admissions decision processes while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with institutional policies and practices. The position will collaborate across Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Marketing and Operations, and university admitting centers to refine workflows, improve processes, and support strategic enrollment initiatives. This role also serves as a subject matter expert for holistic application review, providing training, guidance, and operational leadership to staff and review teams while helping to manage nuanced applicant scenarios, appeals, and post-admission processes.
This position is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a highly analytical, collaborative environment and enjoys balancing strategy with hands-on problem solving. The Assistant Director leverages recruitment and admissions data to assess trends, improve operations, and support informed decision-making across the enrollment process.
Position Profile
Recruits, evaluates, and participates in the selection of candidates for University admission. Coordinates with all internal departments, external organizations, and individuals involved in the admissions process. Advises applicants and parents about educational planning. Ensures the effective and compliant processing of student applications.
Level Summary
Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May assist in mentoring or training new employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving
Handles a variety of problems with some independence.
Independence of Action
Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Significant travel, including some overnights and weekends, within assigned territory is required. Travel to Ohio University for training, on-campus events, and collaboration with admissions staff and university colleagues is also expected. Must be able to travel independently.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, managing and assessing workflows and process. Previous experience working with CRM and/or ERP systems. Experience with admission application file review. Established organizational and time management skills. Ability to work collaboratively. Strong interpersonal and written communication and public speaking skills. Effective data analysis and troubleshooting skills.
The incumbent is able to represent the University in a professional and positive manner and abide by the National Association for College Admission Counseling's Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission.
Ability to pass background checks, university judiciary review, and regular driving history audits.
Department
Admissions
Pay Rate: The Assistant Director for Application Management is mapped to Pay Grade CA&P 15 at OHIO, with a target hiring range of $45,837 - $51,377. The exact starting salary for the selected candidate will be negotiable, commensurate with education and experience, and competitive in the field within the context of similarly situated positions at public universities nationally. In addition to a competitive approach to salary, Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, wellbeing incentive programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
15
Pay Range
45,837.00-$62,459.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Job Family
Enrollment Services
Job Sub Family
University Admissions & Recruitment
Job Level
IC2
Job Open Date
07/07/2026
Posting End Date: 08/10/2026
Planning Unit: Vice President Enrollment Management
Work Schedule
The work schedule for this position is generally between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm Monday through Friday. Some early, late, and weekend hours may be required with advance notice for activities such as recruitment events, visits and travel. This is an in-person position based on the Athens campus with some flexibility to work remotely within the departments established guidelines. Some travel may be required.
Months
12 month
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
On-going
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Jennifer Dillie, dillie@ohio.edu, 740.593.4102
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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Assistant Director for Application Management
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, after reviewing the position profile below, please submit the online application, a current resume and cover letter addressing your professional interest in this role. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For priority consideration, apply by July 27, 2026. For full consideration apply by August 10, 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016426T
Department Summary
Ohio University is seeking a detail-oriented professional to serve as Assistant Director for Application Management, playing a critical role in the review and release of admission decisions for more than 40,000 undergraduate applications annually across all Ohio University campuses. This highly collaborative position will help shape and oversee complex application review workflows, decision release processes, and post-admission operations that directly support the University's enrollment goals and student experience. Working closely with Undergraduate Admissions leadership, this role combines operational strategy, process management, and data-informed decision-making.
As a key member of the application management team, the assistant director will guide the day-to-day coordination of application review and admissions decision processes while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with institutional policies and practices. The position will collaborate across Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment Marketing and Operations, and university admitting centers to refine workflows, improve processes, and support strategic enrollment initiatives. This role also serves as a subject matter expert for holistic application review, providing training, guidance, and operational leadership to staff and review teams while helping to manage nuanced applicant scenarios, appeals, and post-admission processes.
This position is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a highly analytical, collaborative environment and enjoys balancing strategy with hands-on problem solving. The Assistant Director leverages recruitment and admissions data to assess trends, improve operations, and support informed decision-making across the enrollment process.
Position Profile
Recruits, evaluates, and participates in the selection of candidates for University admission. Coordinates with all internal departments, external organizations, and individuals involved in the admissions process. Advises applicants and parents about educational planning. Ensures the effective and compliant processing of student applications.
Level Summary
Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May assist in mentoring or training new employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.
Problem Solving
Handles a variety of problems with some independence.
Independence of Action
Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Significant travel, including some overnights and weekends, within assigned territory is required. Travel to Ohio University for training, on-campus events, and collaboration with admissions staff and university colleagues is also expected. Must be able to travel independently.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, managing and assessing workflows and process. Previous experience working with CRM and/or ERP systems. Experience with admission application file review. Established organizational and time management skills. Ability to work collaboratively. Strong interpersonal and written communication and public speaking skills. Effective data analysis and troubleshooting skills.
The incumbent is able to represent the University in a professional and positive manner and abide by the National Association for College Admission Counseling's Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission.
Ability to pass background checks, university judiciary review, and regular driving history audits.
Department
Admissions
Pay Rate: The Assistant Director for Application Management is mapped to Pay Grade CA&P 15 at OHIO, with a target hiring range of $45,837 - $51,377. The exact starting salary for the selected candidate will be negotiable, commensurate with education and experience, and competitive in the field within the context of similarly situated positions at public universities nationally. In addition to a competitive approach to salary, Ohio University is proud to offer a robust healthcare plan that includes maternity care, transgender care, counseling and mental healthcare, prescription coverage, vision, dental, orthodontia care, and more. Our robust benefits package also includes paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, flextime and flexplace policies, an employee assistance program, access to professional development programs, wellbeing incentive programs, and additional employee resources. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits.
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
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Pay Grade15
Pay Range
45,837.00-$62,459.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Job Family
Enrollment Services
Job Sub Family
University Admissions & Recruitment
Job Level
IC2
Job Open Date
07/07/2026
Posting End Date: 08/10/2026
Planning Unit: Vice President Enrollment Management
Work Schedule
The work schedule for this position is generally between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm Monday through Friday. Some early, late, and weekend hours may be required with advance notice for activities such as recruitment events, visits and travel. This is an in-person position based on the Athens campus with some flexibility to work remotely within the departments established guidelines. Some travel may be required.
Months
12 month
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
On-going
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Jennifer Dillie, dillie@ohio.edu, 740.593.4102
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here!
