68046BRAuto req ID:68046BRJob Code:S0057M FSS Admissions Mgt III Department Office Location:USA - MA - Boston Business Title:Assistant Director, MBA AdmissionsSub-Unit:------------ Salary Grade (https://hr.harvard.edu/salary-ranges#ranges) :057Time Status:Full-time Union:00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary Additional Qualifications and Skills:Other Required Qualifications: + 7+ years prior relevant work experience required + Experience managing relationships across multiple stakeholders (e.g., community-based organizations, alumni, students, etc.) + Ability to travel extensively within the U.S. and internationally Additional/Desired Qualifications: + MBA or master’s degree + Marketing experience + Talent identification, evaluation, selection, or hiring experience + Higher education experience Additional Information:This is a hybrid position which we consider to be a combination of remote and onsite work at our Boston, MA based campus. HBS expects all staff to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week and departments provide onsite coverage Monday – Friday. Specific hours and days onsite will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice. We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role. A cover letter is required to be considered for this opportunity. Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity. Culture of Inclusion: The work and well-being of HBS is profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. Explore more about HBS work culture here https://www.hbs.edu/employment.Department:MBAPre-Employment Screening:Employment, IdentityJob Function:Faculty & Student Services, General AdministrationSchool/Unit:Harvard Business School EEO Statement:We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.Basic Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required + Minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience Position Description:Harvard Business School (HBS) MBA Admissions Marketing seeks an Assistant Director to lead efforts to attract prospective applicants from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in business and full-time MBA programs. This role plays a critical part in expanding access and strengthening representation within the MBA applicant pool. The MBA Admissions Marketing team oversees the prospective applicant and admitted student journey, supporting Harvard Business School’s mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The Assistant Director will focus on outreach and marketing initiatives to encourage prospective students to apply to HBS. In addition to these marketing responsibilities, they will serve on the MBA Admissions evaluation board, reviewing applications and interviewing candidates. We seek a candidate with strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex issues, contributing to an engaged and high-performing team. Outreach Planning and Strategy + Reporting to the Senior Associate Director, Outreach, develop and implement a strategic outreach plan to increase awareness and attract prospective applicants. This includes a particular focus on individuals from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in business. + Maintain oversight of assigned prospect pool data, trends, and conversion through the marketing funnel + Plan and execute outreach events for prospective applicants + Attend conferences/seminars to conduct MBA Admissions presentations + Plan on and off-campus events + In coordination with the Pipeline Programs team, lead outreach at a portfolio of college campuses + Oversee student and alumni relationships + Build and manage relationships with leaders and individual members of HBS student associations that can support outreach efforts + Build and manage relationships with associated alumni groups + Identify and engage with community-based organizations aligned with focus on building a robust prospect pool of candidates + Collaborate closely with the Pipeline Programs team on college outreach strategies + Partner with Admissions Digital Marketing to ensure a broad range of perspectives are represented in the external content including social media, blogs, emails, and website Candidate Evaluation + Develop into a full Admissions Board Member; training and onboarding to take place over several Evaluation cycles + Serve as member of the MBA Interview Board for MBA and 2+2 + Participate in evaluation of applicants for SVMP Team + Manage a full-time team member + Support team-wide events such as outreach and yield events, conferences, and other activities as required + Work closely with Marketing team members responsible for other outreach segments + Contribute to collaborative culture with willingness to both teach and learn from colleagues Other + Represent MBA Admissions at a variety of on and off-campus events, domestically and potentially internationally + Responsible for other duties as assigned Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Harvard University views equity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify this excellence while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.Benefits:We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include: + Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers. + Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date. + Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more. + Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service. + Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools. + Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions. + Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning. + Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more. + Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston. Work Format:Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote) LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only):#LI-DM1About Us:Founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University, Harvard Business School is located on a 40-acre campus in Boston. Its faculty of more than 250 offers full-time programs leading to the MBA and PhD degrees, as well as more than 175 Executive Education programs, and Harvard Business School Online, the School’s digital learning platform. For more than a century, faculty have drawn on their research, their experience in working with organizations worldwide, and their passion for teaching, to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The School and its curriculum attract the boldest thinkers and the most collaborative learners who will go on to shape the practice of business and entrepreneurship around the globe.