Director of Admissions - Non Remote

Description

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Director of Undergraduate Admissions oversees the undergraduate admissions activities of the University and leads a team of counselors and administrative staff in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This position reports to the Vice President of Enrollment. The Director works closely with the Offices of: Financial Aid, Marketing & Communication, Athletics, Registrar, Student Life (housing) and Student Success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manage the undergraduate admissions/recruiting process, from lead generation to matriculation

• Work aggressively toward the agreed-upon enrollment goals.

• Execute the undergraduate tactical plan for enrollment and recruitment.

• Speak publicly to individuals, families, and groups on campus.

• Supervise, manage, and mentor the undergraduate admissions counselors and support staff.

• Work with marketing and Vice President for Enrollment to execute admission communication plan.

• Evaluate and execute undergraduate admissions decisions on applicants’ files with consultation with Director of Academic Success.

• Manage the undergraduate admissions budget.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on Enrollment Management Board of Trustees Committee

• Serve on Enrollment and Retention Committee

• Chair, Admissions Staff Meetings 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in higher education administration or a related area.

• Thee (3) or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in admissions. 

• Some experience with best practices in recruitment and use of Financial Aid as an enrollment strategy.

• Some experience supervising and developing student workers and/or staff.

• Some budget management experience.