Director of Admissions | Adams State University - Military Veterans

Position Summary:

The Director of Admissions plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing undergraduate recruitment and enrollment strategies for the university, ensuring a diverse and qualified student body. This position oversees all aspects of the admissions process, from outreach and recruitment to application review and enrollment management. The Director works collaboratively with various campus and community partners to achieve institutional enrollment goals while upholding the mission and values of the university.

Specific Job Duties (Essential Functions and Responsibilities)

1. Strategic Planning and Leadership:

Develop and implement strategic enrollment plans aligned with institutional goals and demographic trends.

Provide leadership and direction to the admissions team, fostering a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence.

Analyze data and market trends to inform recruitment strategies and enhance yield rates.

2. Recruitment and Outreach:

Lead recruitment efforts to attract a diverse student population, with a focus on Hispanic and underrepresented minority groups.

Establish partnerships with high schools, community colleges, and community organizations to promote the university and increase applicant pool.

Foster collaborative relationships and coordinate recruitment/outreach events with academic schools and programs.

Serve as the liaison to Athletics.

3. Application and Enrollment Management:

Oversee the application review process, ensuring timely and thorough evaluation of applicants.

Develop and implement effective yield strategies to increase conversion rates from admitted students to enrolled students.

Coordinate with financial aid, student success and student affairs offices to support students through the enrollment process.

4. Admissions Operations and Compliance:

Ensure compliance with university policies, state regulations, and federal laws related to admissions.

Implement and maintain efficient admissions processes and systems, leveraging technology to enhance workflow and applicant experience.

Supervise and motivate the admissions team, including two assistant directors, admissions counselors, transfer coordinator, welcome center coordinator, operations staff, and student ambassadors

Manage admissions operating budgets effectively and responsibly.

5. Community Engagement and Representation:

Serve as a representative of the university at recruitment events, college fairs, and conferences.

Build relationships with prospective students, families, and high school counselors to promote the university's programs and opportunities.

Serve on relevant university and state committees

6. Data Analysis and Reporting:

Monitor and evaluate recruitment and admissions data to assess effectiveness of strategies and identify areas for improvement.

Prepare regular reports and presentations on admissions trends, enrollment projections, and outcomes for university leadership.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in relevant field

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in admissions, enrollment management, or related field.

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or related field preferred.

Demonstrated understanding of enrollment trends, demographic shifts, and best practices in diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Preferred:

Bilingual: proficiency in English and Spanish.

Experience working in a Hispanic Serving Institution or with Hispanic/Latino student populations.

Knowledge of Workday and relevant admissions software.

Working Conditions:

This position may require occasional travel, evening, and weekend hours to attend recruitment events and meet with prospective students and families.

Salary and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74,856-$85,152 commensurate with experience and education. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit   Human Resources Benefits Page. 

Application Process:

Review of applications will begin September 15th 2024, and continue until filled. Applications received prior to the review date will receive priority. Interested candidates should submit the following required documents via our Workday employment portal.

Completed applications should include the following:

A detailed cover letter of application addressing your experience relevant to the key responsibilities listed above.

Resume or a CV

Diversity Statement: please address the following questions:

Describe how your life experiences, identities, and/or professional commitments have shaped your approach to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in relation to enrollment management?

How does working at a small HSI with a sizable population of first-generation university students set in a rural environment align with your enrollment management experience and professional goals?

Copies of transcripts of any graduate level work.

3 References: name, job title and your professional relationship to them, and contact information (email, phone).

For questions, contact:

For more information contact Margaret Doell, Vice President for Academic Affairs at

mjdoell@adams.edu

Disclosures:

In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1968 candidates for positions must provide

proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.

Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort. Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Adams State University (ASU) may be directed to ASU's Office of Equal Opportunity, Director Ana Guevara, and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. Support resources for sexual misconduct, ASU's  sexual misconduct policies, contact information for the Adams State University's Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX, as well as a detailed  procedure for filing a grievance due to discrimination on the basis of sex may be found online at  https://www.adams.edu/administration/oeo/reporting-sexual-harassment/ .  These  procedures also describe the University's response to reports and/or complaints of sex discrimination or sexual harassment.  

Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability, and, as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression, marital status, and parental status.

Adams State University is dedicated to fostering Inclusive Excellence and especially encourages applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented populations. Given the university’s mission and student body composition, the institution is committed to increasing the diversity of its professional staff and is actively seeking qualified applicants who have experiences, skills, and/or personal attributes that augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff; we will give particular consideration to qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings or who possess varied language skills and have a record of successful experience in engaging diverse communities and student populations. Additional information about the university and the academic mission may be found at www.adams.edu/academics / Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in relevant field

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in admissions, enrollment management, or related field.

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or related field preferred.

Demonstrated understanding of enrollment trends, demographic shifts, and best practices in diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Preferred:

Bilingual: proficiency in English and Spanish.

Experience working in a Hispanic Serving Institution or with Hispanic/Latino student populations.

Knowledge of Workday and relevant admissions software.

The pay range for this position is $74,856-$85,152 commensurate with experience and education. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.