Job Summary
Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.
The Director for Community College and External Partnerships is responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives that enhance transfer recruitment, facilitate seamless transitions to Towson University, and expand dual enrollment opportunities. This role will cultivate and maintain strong relationships with community colleges, school district leaders, community-based organizations, and government entities to support equitable access to higher education.
The Director of Community College and External Partnerships is a strategic leader responsible for designing and advancing high-impact enrollment initiatives that strengthen Towson University’s presence across the community college and K–12 landscape. This role will shape institutional strategies that enhance transfer pathways, increase degree completion, and expand early college access through dual enrollment. The Director will serve as a senior representative of TU in engagements with executive leaders from community colleges, school districts, state agencies, and education coalitions—aligning partnerships with institutional priorities around equity, access, and workforce development. The Director will also serve as a visible leader in the local and national landscape for external partnerships and transfer articulations, positioning TU as a model institution for strategic collaboration and student mobility.
Responsibilities and Duties
Community College Partnerships & Recruitment Strategy: Develop and lead recruitment and student success transition strategies in collaboration with community college partners to strengthen transfer student enrollment and retention. Establish and maintain articulation agreements and dual enrollment pathways to ensure seamless academic transitions.
External & Community-Based Organization Engagement: Build and sustain partnerships with community-based organizations and lead initiatives that promote college readiness and degree completion through collaboration with external partners.
Dual Enrollment & College Preparatory Work: Work with TU leadership and K-12 school district leaders to expand dual enrollment. Ensure academic alignment with TU standards and support outreach efforts aimed at educating students and families about postsecondary opportunities.
Policy & Government Relations: Advocate for local, state, and federal policies that support transfer students, dual enrollment growth, and student success. Monitor and respond to legislative developments impacting prospective and current transfer students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree
• 10 years of related experience
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in, or familiarity with college admissions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Knowledge of student information or client relationship management systems
  Salary and Benefits
  $115,000 annually and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 15 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and
  If you are motivated, innovative and team-oriented, we would love to hear from you. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application. This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days.
  Organization: Academic Affairs Division
  Primary Location: Main Campus
  Job Posting: Aug 13, 202

Please refer the Job description for details