Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Christian Brothers University • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Christian Brothers University (CBU) is responsible for developing and executing admission strategies to meet the university's enrollment objectives. This role involves overseeing all aspects of domestic and international student recruitment, managing the admissions process, and fostering partnerships across campus to enhance recruitment efforts. The director will also lead the admissions team, manage departmental budgets, and ensure effective communication and marketing strategies are in place to attract prospective students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate discipline; a master's degree is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of enrollment planning strategies, including recruitment/admission policies and procedures
• Budgeting processes
• Strong demonstrated management/planning skills
• Strong interpersonal/human relations skills, including supervisory skills
• Ability to initiate and maintain professional relationships and confidentiality
• Knowledge of enrollment management's tenants of recruitment and retention
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of people and commitment to diversity
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently
• Demonstrated skill in effective communication (written and verbal) and public presentations
• Prior professional experience with and sensitivity to diverse populations
• Ability to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible hours
• Knowledge of the technologies used in student recruitment, e.g., Slate
• Strong Customer Service and Customer Care skills and experience
• Proven management skills
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with various constituencies to meet admissions goals
• A solid background in information technology, strategic planning, and marketing
• Prior experience working with student information systems (preferably Slate and Banner)

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates the freshman, transfer, returners, and special student enrollment process for the University
• Responsible for the hiring, training, development, retention, supervision and deploying of Admissions Department staff, including remote employees
• Develops student search strategies
• Implements campus visit programs
• Collaborates with academic and student service departments to impact the successful transition of traditional students into the University
• Directs the undergraduate admissions program, ensuring smooth data and information system management, application processing, admission decisions and notification, and preparation of reports
• Collaboratively develops and implements a comprehensive undergraduate marketing strategy, including advertising, publications and communication flows
• Develops professional relationships focused on new student enrollment; assists with the development and implementation of enrollment management plans and policies including financial aid and retention strategies
• Manages the budget for the Admissions Department
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement pension plan
• 403(b) plan
• Undergraduate tuition waiver
• Graduate tuition waiver
• Tuition waivers for dependents of employees
• Participation in the Tuition Exchange Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree