Our College:

Leading at the intersection of people, business, and technology, the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business is one of the most comprehensive business schools in the nation and includes many areas of expertise not found in any other leading institution. The college is comprised of the university’s three accredited business schools, each of which is recognized as among the best in higher education: the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration. Our academic research; industry and community engagement; and undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs all reflect the future of business: flexible, collaborative, and cross-disciplinary. The college community includes 232 research faculty, 46,000 alumni, and nearly 3,300 undergraduate, professional, and graduate students. The SC Johnson College of Business has an unparalleled resource base from which to draw—within the college, Cornell Tech in New York City, and Cornell University broadly.

The Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management:

As part of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University continues to transform graduate business education to better prepare graduates for success in tomorrow’s business world. Johnson provides cutting-edge learning experiences that immerse students sooner and deeper in their chosen fields. As an integral part of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, Johnson students can access the full power of educational and research opportunities across the university to reach deeper competency in their industries and areas of interest. Johnson offers seven different MBA programs, spanning the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Mexico, and China, and is home to award-winning faculty and research.

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

   

Director of Operations, Admissions & Scholarship Opportunity:

While position responsibilities vary, all people leaders are expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by being trustworthy; respecting all individuals; being flexible; supporting work/life integration as well as healthy boundaries; inviting new ideas, alternatives, and perspectives; speaking up and taking action if others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and recognizing the contributions of others. 

The Director of Operations serves as one of the senior members of the Admissions staff for the Two-Year Residential MBA program at the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management; they report directly to the Executive Director of Admissions & Scholarship.

The Director of Operations directs and is accountable for all operational activities within the Office of Admissions including application processing, candidate evaluation and notification, as well as process, systems, and events management. They will lead the efforts to align admissions recruiting activity with all operating functions for the team to include management and supervision of the Residential Admissions Operations Team, consisting of 5-6 full-time professional staff.

The Director of Operations also works collaboratively with other MBA programs team members and departments within the Johnson school, the College of Business, and the Cornell Tech campus to ensure seamless delivery of the school’s mission as well as successful attainment of the residential admissions enrollment objectives.

Required Qualifications

Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.Demonstrated skill in understanding of cultural differences.  Proven experience connecting diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing practices to business goals. Bachelor’s Degree with 5-7 years of relevant work experience. Exceptional interpersonal abilities with strong team orientation and management skillsProven record of successful operations, process and/or project managementStrong analytical and strategic thinking skills to deliver optimal services and solutionsProficiency with systems and technology solutions, including mastery of MS Office with active and regular use of spreadsheets, databases, and presentation softwareExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies to include prospective students, current students, alumni, faculty, staff, and vendorsExceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environmentAbility to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field strongly preferredKnowledge of and experience with systems integration and use of Salesforce, PeopleSoft, and other database systemsPrior experience in admissions or career services at a top tier business

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Ithaca, NY.  Salary to commensurate with education and experience.

Rewards and Benefits

Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: https://hr.cornell.edu/benefits-pay.Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/your-total-rewards.Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at CornellCornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.   Education Benefits | Working at Cornell

Application Procedure: 

When applying through our system, please remember to attach your application materials (Resume and Cover Letter) in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the Experience Section of your application, use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. For a more detailed description and instructions on how to apply online, please click here as an external candidate.

NOTE: Cornell employees must apply through the Internal Cornell Career site.  

Relocation assistance is available for this position.No visa sponsorship is available for this position.This is a full-time, onsite position based in Ithaca, NY.

   

University Job Title:

Manager Admissions

Job Family:

Student Services

Level:

G

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Pay Range:

$85,163.00 - $104,088.00

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Endowed

Contact Name:

Melissa Dorward-Bauman

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Prior relevant work or industry experience

Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position

Unique applicable skills

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EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

2025-02-01