Director of Admissions
Job Description
Operating Title
Director of AdmissionsLong Classification Title
Director of Admissions-KSCCampus Location
KeeneDepartment
KSC AdmissionsSummary of Position
Keene State College is seeking appplications for a Director of Admissions who will engage in opportunities to advance Keene State College’s plans and strategies for success related to Undergraduate and Graduate program growth.
Reporting to the Vice President, Enrollment and Student Engagement, the Director provides vision, leadership, direction, research and planning to formulate recruitment strategies; collaborates with faculty and administrators across campus to achieve objectives, and oversees the operations of the unit that includes both Undergraduate and Graduate admissions.
Reporting to the Vice President, Enrollment and Student Engagement, the Director provides vision, leadership, direction, research and planning to formulate recruitment strategies; collaborates with faculty and administrators across campus to achieve objectives, and oversees the operations of the unit that includes both Undergraduate and Graduate admissions.
Acceptable minimum level of education
Master'sAcceptable minimum years of experience
7-10 yearsAdditional Job Information
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:
- Letter of application
- Resume
- Contact Information for references
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the College’s discretion. For full consideration please submit materials by July 10, 2024.
Posting Number
PS4692FY24Other minimum qualifications
- Master’s degree
- 7-10 years relevant experience
- 5 years supervisory experience in college recruitment and admissions
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Ability to identify a need and take initiative to address the need
- Ability to develop strong and collegial relationships across campus
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work in multiple database systems – SIS and CRM
- Valid Driver’s License and safe driving record
- Must be available to work non-traditional hours
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Additionally, the College has identified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language or to bring amulticultural perspective to campus.
Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with experience, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. This position is part of the Keene State College Directors and Supervisors Association (KSCDSA).
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/61612Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.0Grade
28EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
Set in the beautiful New England city of Keene, at the foot of Mount Monadnock, Keene State College is the public liberal arts college of New Hampshire. Inspired by the college motto “Enter to Learn – Go Forth to Serve,” the institution focuses on rigorous academic programs and a tradition of small classes, faculty student research and creative projects and community service. Keene State College offers over forty majors in the arts and sciences, professional programs, and selected graduate degrees. The College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.
Posting Date
06/21/2024Open Until Filled
YesPosting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
NoInterested Internal Candidates Exist?
NoJob Category
Salaried Staff (Exempt)Appointment Type
RegularDrivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.
Valid Drivers License and Safe Driving RecordDuty/Responsibility
Supervision and Leadership
Lead the admissions team by providing overall strategic direction and vision for admissions work. This includes identifying emerging trends and increasing the visibility of Keene State across the region as a college of choice. Recruitment, supervision and evaluation of staff including: determining duties, working with HR to advertise positions, interviewing candidates and providing leadership for decision to hire; planning trainings and retreats ; creating, revising and coordinating scheduling; assigning work and tasks; supervising implementation and conducting performance reviews. DOA also is the account owner for prospective students from outside of NE, NY and NJ.
Lead the admissions team by providing overall strategic direction and vision for admissions work. This includes identifying emerging trends and increasing the visibility of Keene State across the region as a college of choice. Recruitment, supervision and evaluation of staff including: determining duties, working with HR to advertise positions, interviewing candidates and providing leadership for decision to hire; planning trainings and retreats ; creating, revising and coordinating scheduling; assigning work and tasks; supervising implementation and conducting performance reviews. DOA also is the account owner for prospective students from outside of NE, NY and NJ.
Duty/Responsibility
Strategic Initiative
By use of data and information, provide vision, leadership, direction, research and planning in formulating recruitment strategies for target markets with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. This includes using data provided by Associate Director of Admissions to develop territory goals in consultation with Counselors. DOA oversees the search strategies and facilitates short- and long- term planning and decision-making to achieve institutional benchmarks and meet the changing needs of students, faculty and staff.
By use of data and information, provide vision, leadership, direction, research and planning in formulating recruitment strategies for target markets with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. This includes using data provided by Associate Director of Admissions to develop territory goals in consultation with Counselors. DOA oversees the search strategies and facilitates short- and long- term planning and decision-making to achieve institutional benchmarks and meet the changing needs of students, faculty and staff.
Duty/Responsibility
Technology
Savvy with technology to drive recruitment and then successfully managing the prospective students to matriculation. Manages the development of Salesforce/TargetX/EducationCloud as it relates to admissions processing.
Savvy with technology to drive recruitment and then successfully managing the prospective students to matriculation. Manages the development of Salesforce/TargetX/EducationCloud as it relates to admissions processing.
Duty/Responsibility
Knowledge of current best practices, including integrated marketing and branding, enrollment management systems, and web-based recruitment systems to develop a comprehensive marketing plan for admissions in collaboration with the Director of Marketing. This plan includes territory management, print and web based communications, advertising, parents and alums as partners and communications to high schools. Oversees the production of all publications for KSC admissions. Knowledge of market development strategies and assessment models.
Duty/Responsibility
Develops, implements, evaluates and reviews on an annual basis all operational policies and procedures for admissions as well as collaborating with Financial Aid to create, manage and revise financial aid strategy. Participates as an active member of the FA Appeals committee.
Duty/Responsibility
Campus Committees that may include College Senate, NECHE, SEM Core Teams 1 and 2
Duty/Responsibility
Budget
Oversees departmental budget and serves as decision maker for all department purchases.
Oversees departmental budget and serves as decision maker for all department purchases.
Duty/Responsibility
External commitments including representation on Admission Committee of New Hampshire College and University Council, University system Admissions Committee.New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation College Application Month Live Steering Committee, and New England Association of College Admissions Counseling.
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