Charleston Southern University
Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Charleston Southern University, North Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29405
Summary:
Reporting to the Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing, the Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions leads the undergraduate admissions team and serves as a member of the enrollment management leadership team.
Work Performed:
Serves as a member of the enrollment management leadership team and attends weekly leadership meetings. Hires, trains, and manages all undergraduate recruitment staff, including enrollment counselors, assistant directors, campus visit coordinator, and oversees the campus ambassador program. Develop goals, in conjunction with the Vice President for Enrollment Management, for applications, visits, completed applications, and deposited students to meet new student enrollment goals for freshman and transfers and determines final eligibility for admissions per university policies. Collaborates with Marketing and the Vice President of Enrollment Management to create and execute marketing plans to support new student inquiries, applicants, admits, and deposited students. Coordinate all recruitment travels and other college fairs/programs as well as out-of-state recruitment events (receptions, conferences, church events, etc.) for undergraduate enrollment counselors and staff and travel as needed to reach goals which could include holidays and/or weekends. Work closely with the Department of Athletics and coaches to recruit student-athletes. Model and expect outstanding customer service to all prospective students and families. Use data and technology to target recruitment efforts. Convene and lead regular staff meetings, maintaining a culture of collaboration, transparency, and excellence. Develop and execute on-campus and off-campus events (Saturday Sessions, CSU One Day, First Look, Accepted Student Weekend, Registration, Orientation, etc.) to increase the visibility of Charleston Southern University and increase new student enrollment. Assign responsibilities of assistant directors and undergraduate enrollment counselors regarding on-campus and off-campus admissions/recruitment and/or other events deemed by the Vice President of Enrollment Management. Assist the Executive Director of Enrollment Analytics with updating communication plans as needed.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Essential Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Charleston Southern University may require specific physical and/or mental abilities and the hiring manager will provide additional information and provision of requests for reasonable accommodation if needed. Regular, on-time attendance is one essential job function of this position.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree and several years of experience will also be considered.
Experience:
3-5 years of progressive experience in admissions/marketing/recruitment, 2-3 years of which should be leadership experience in admissions, preferably in a Christian, liberal arts institution. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work effectively independently and as part of a team. Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn new computer software systems quickly and effectively. Knowledge of Slate CRM is a plus. Well-developed time management and organizational skills. This position requires an articulate, confident individual who deals effectively with internal and external constituencies in both one-on-one and group situations. This position requires evening and weekend work, and extensive telephone, email, texting, virtual and face-to-face meetings.
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Location:
North Charleston, SC 29406 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
North Charleston, SC 29406: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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Reporting to the Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing, the Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions leads the undergraduate admissions team and serves as a member of the enrollment management leadership team.
Work Performed:
Serves as a member of the enrollment management leadership team and attends weekly leadership meetings. Hires, trains, and manages all undergraduate recruitment staff, including enrollment counselors, assistant directors, campus visit coordinator, and oversees the campus ambassador program. Develop goals, in conjunction with the Vice President for Enrollment Management, for applications, visits, completed applications, and deposited students to meet new student enrollment goals for freshman and transfers and determines final eligibility for admissions per university policies. Collaborates with Marketing and the Vice President of Enrollment Management to create and execute marketing plans to support new student inquiries, applicants, admits, and deposited students. Coordinate all recruitment travels and other college fairs/programs as well as out-of-state recruitment events (receptions, conferences, church events, etc.) for undergraduate enrollment counselors and staff and travel as needed to reach goals which could include holidays and/or weekends. Work closely with the Department of Athletics and coaches to recruit student-athletes. Model and expect outstanding customer service to all prospective students and families. Use data and technology to target recruitment efforts. Convene and lead regular staff meetings, maintaining a culture of collaboration, transparency, and excellence. Develop and execute on-campus and off-campus events (Saturday Sessions, CSU One Day, First Look, Accepted Student Weekend, Registration, Orientation, etc.) to increase the visibility of Charleston Southern University and increase new student enrollment. Assign responsibilities of assistant directors and undergraduate enrollment counselors regarding on-campus and off-campus admissions/recruitment and/or other events deemed by the Vice President of Enrollment Management. Assist the Executive Director of Enrollment Analytics with updating communication plans as needed.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Essential Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Charleston Southern University may require specific physical and/or mental abilities and the hiring manager will provide additional information and provision of requests for reasonable accommodation if needed. Regular, on-time attendance is one essential job function of this position.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree and several years of experience will also be considered.
Experience:
3-5 years of progressive experience in admissions/marketing/recruitment, 2-3 years of which should be leadership experience in admissions, preferably in a Christian, liberal arts institution. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work effectively independently and as part of a team. Must be computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn new computer software systems quickly and effectively. Knowledge of Slate CRM is a plus. Well-developed time management and organizational skills. This position requires an articulate, confident individual who deals effectively with internal and external constituencies in both one-on-one and group situations. This position requires evening and weekend work, and extensive telephone, email, texting, virtual and face-to-face meetings.
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Location:
North Charleston, SC 29406 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
North Charleston, SC 29406: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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