York College of Pennsylvania Hiring for Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions at York, PA Full Time

Category:: Administrative
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Department:: Enrollment Management
Locations:: York, PA
Posted:: Jul 20, 2023
Closes:: Aug 6, 2023 – 11:59 PM EDT
Type:: Full-time
Position ID:: 165012

About York College of Pennsylvania:

Established in 1787, York College of Pennsylvania is a private, four-year college located in the city of York, a hub of arts and industry between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Housed on 190 picturesque acres, the college is known for its focus on experiential learning and community engagement, serving over 4,000 undergraduate and 300+ graduate students in more than 70 baccalaureate majors, along with 20+ graduate and professional programs. Deeply rooted in the liberal arts and recognized for excellence in its professional nursing, business, engineering, and education programs, York is ranked among the nation’s top 50 Best Value Schools by U.S. News. The College’s robust recreation and athletics program is among the best in the region, and is home to 23 NCAA III Division sports teams and 30+ intramural sports. A Princeton Review Best Northeastern College, York prides itself on its experienced, engaged faculty; its high-impact and student-centric philosophy; and its long-standing commitment to affordability and accessibility.

York College is committed to building a diverse college community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

Job Description:

The Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions is a critical member of the Vice President for Enrollment Management’s senior team. The position reports directly to the VPEM and provides guidance on enrollment strategic planning, policy development, admission guidelines, and data reporting.

The Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for managing initiatives to achieve goals outlined in the College’s Strategic Plan and Strategic Enrollment and Marketing Plan, and develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment plan in partnership with colleagues within Enrollment Management and the College community and maintain a strong presence with key stakeholders to advance the college’s enrollment program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborate with the Vice President and Sr. Director of Enrollment Marketing in developing and implementing recruitment marketing and communications plan. (10%)
• Coordinates and implements training for designated Admissions staff and campus personnel representing the College at recruitment activities and events. (5%)
• Develop and foster a creative, dynamic, and productive team culture that delivers excellent customer service and personal attention to students and families. (5%)
• Develop and implement the College’s Recruitment Plan in partnership with the Director of Recruitment to address core strategies outlined by the VPEM to address the Strategic Enrollment and Marketing Plan. (15%)
• Develop enrollment reports to track the performance of KPIs in the Strategic Enrollment and Marketing Plan, including enrollment cycle performance vs. targets, applicant pool size by program, admit rates, and enrollment rates. (5%)
• Develops and maintains strong professional relationships with constituents, including high school and school district administration, community organizations, professional associations, and the campus community. (10%)
• Establish territory management goals and oversee the development and implementation of recruitment strategy for all territory managers. (5%)
• Facilitates, leads, and/or participates in meetings, proceedings, and committees; represents the department at campus meetings and conferences; serves as a liaison between departments, external organizations, the general public, and other agencies. (5%)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in the recruitment of traditional undergraduate students. (2%)
• Manage a small recruitment territory, including maintaining historical travel records, key school/alum contacts, regional higher education trends, and outcomes. (5%)
• Participate in the selection and engagement of key enrollment vendors and consultants. (2%)
• Participate in the College’s and Division’s strategic planning process by assessing progress and updating strategies to address the College’s enrollment and revenue goals. Collaborate with the Vice President and Sr. Director of Financial Aid and Assistance in developing and implementing strategies to achieve the College’s undergraduate net tuition goals. (10%)
• Partner with the Director of Graduate and Transfer Admissions, Deans, and Program Directors to enhance recruitment of identified student populations. (5%)
• Assess undergraduate applications according to admission guidelines and goals. Model respectful behavior in all interactions and participate in departmental diversity and inclusion plans. (10%)
• Work closely with the Director of Enrollment Technology and Senior Director of Enrollment Marketing to ensure the management of data and systems support recruitment, admissions, communications, and campus visits to achieve enrollment goals. (5%)
• Other related duties as assigned. (1%)

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in admissions or enrollment, including management and supervisory roles.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to develop and analyze data
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with the execution of enrollment management supportive technologies to assist with recruitment, marketing, communication, and event planning to support new student enrollment.
• Experience working with CRM systems such as Slate or Salesforce.
• Superior public relations and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Information:

York College of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a copy of York College’s Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Campus Safety or visit the website: Annual Security Report

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should electronically submit the following: Resume, Cover letter, and contact information for 3 references.

Review of applications will begin immediately. While applications will be accepted until the position is filled, for full consideration, applications should be received by August 7, 2023.