Job Details

Coordinator, Music Admissions and Retention

Position Number: 7116955
Location: Bowling Green, OH
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Coordinator, Music Admissions and Retention

Bowling Green State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Musical Arts Dean
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU01565
Department: Musical Arts Dean
Closing:

Summary

This position reports to the Dean and collaborates closely with the Associate Dean, department chairs, academic advisor, college faculty, and Office of Admissions staff. The role provides leadership and oversight of the College's undergraduate recruitment, outreach, and retention efforts; plans and manages major recruitment events (audition days, Music Discovery Day, etc.); supports the achievement of enrollment goals; and represents the College at internal and external events (Preview Days, high school visits, college fairs, etc.). This position operates in a dynamic environment with predictable peak periods throughout the admissions cycle, and requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach.

Essential Functions

Oversee all operations and events associated with the Music Admissions Office
Plan and execute CMA audition days and Music Discovery Day
Develop and implement strategic recruitment and retention initiatives
Manage the music admissions budget; assist with scholarship coordination; prepare annual reports
Organize, recruit, and supervise the Student Ambassador program
Collaborate closely with the Office of Admissions and campus partners
Lead CMA retention initiatives, with a primary focus on first-year student success
Supervise graduate assistants assigned to the Music Admissions Office
Navigate shifting priorities and timelines while ensuring high-quality outcomes
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

Bachelor's degree required

The following Degree is preferred:

Bachelor's degree in music

The following Experience is required:

2 years of experience in higher education admissions, student affairs, or music education

The following Experience is preferred:

3 years of experience in higher education music admissions
Experience with strategic planning and/or data analysis

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Strong organizational, time-management, leadership, and supervisory skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively under pressure in dynamic environments
Ability to adapt quickly to change, manage competing priorities, and problem-solve in real time
Background in music within a higher education setting
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficiency with standard computer applications, including Microsoft 365 applications
Ability to serve as an effective, engaging spokesperson and ambassador for the College and its programs

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by May 25, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu/jobs/5323137/coordinator-music-admissions-and-retention

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