Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management

Company: Weston&Sampson, Inc.
Location: New York
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Associate Vice President for Enrollment ManagementPlease see Special Instructions for more details.

• Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
• External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
• All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. Professional references are not requested at this time. WittKieffer is assisting Western Michigan University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by November 11, 2024. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Amy Crutchfield and Randi Miller WMU-EM@wittkieffer.com.Posting SummaryCollege: Executive AreaProvost & VP Academic AffairsPosting Number: S926PJob Type: Full Time, RegularPay Type: Pay Grade Z2Campus Location: WMU-Kalamazoo - Main CampusSalary Range: Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.Number of Vacancies: 1General Summary: Western Michigan University is seeking a dynamic and innovative associate vice president for enrollment management to increase enrollment by developing, leading, and expertly executing enrollment strategies. The ideal candidate will leverage cutting-edge technology and data-driven approaches to enhance recruitment and support retention efforts.Major Duties:
  • Provide leadership in the areas of undergraduate recruitment and enrollment, overseeing the offices of Admissions, Registrar, Student Financial Aid, Precollege Programming, and Enrollment Management, and Information Technology and Analytics.
  • Provide strategic direction and leadership for enrollment management by managing and analyzing enrollment data related to recruiting and enrolling undergraduate students.
  • Produce and achieve enrollment projections.
  • Effectively collaborate with the division of Marketing and Strategic Communications on the development and execution of effective marketing strategies.
  • Effectively lead a team of units to design and support enrollment management programs throughout the University.Minimum Qualifications:
    • Master's degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
    • Thorough knowledge of admissions, student financial aid, and the registrar's office.
    • Five years of successful experience managing higher education enrollment including budgets.
    • Strong and effective working knowledge of strategic enrollment planning and tactical implementation along with insights gained from developing enrollment strategies that achieve goals.
    • Vision and creativity partnered with a leadership style that engenders trust, promotes shared decision making, and advances innovation.
    • A strong desire to achieve enrollment goals that are essential for success in the competitive landscape.
    • Understanding of financial aid optimization to support enrollment goals and expand access.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including staff, faculty, students, prospective students, alumni, and others.
    • Ability to cultivate positive and productive collaborative relationships with diverse faculty, administrators, staff, alumni, and students.
    • A proven commitment to access, expanding pipelines, and developing and executing strategies to recruit students of color and students traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
    • Proven ability to analyze enrollment data and business intelligence to effect strategic decision making.
    • A commitment to staying abreast of the latest trends and best practices in enrollment management technology to implement innovative solutions to maintain a competitive edge.Desired Qualifications:Special Instructions to Applicants
      • Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
      • External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
      • All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. Professional references are not requested at this time. WittKieffer is assisting Western Michigan University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by November 11, 2024. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Amy Crutchfield and Randi Miller WMU-EM@wittkieffer.com.Additional Position Information:
        • Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
        • The Division of Enrollment Management at WMU is comprised of five functional areas that provide an array of services and programs to manage, support, and enhance the University's recruitment and retention goals. Enrollment Management is committed to maintaining collaborative partnerships throughout the University community and promoting data-driven decision making. The division encourages a student-centered focus across the student life cycle, which delivers a student experience that will encourage a life-long affiliation. Student success begins at the point of student recruitment and extends beyond the boundaries of graduation.Documents Needed To ApplyRequired Documents:
          • Resume
          • Cover LetterOptional Documents:
            • Curriculum Vitae
            • List of References
            • OtherWMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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