Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences•Yakima, WA

3d•$199,445 - $275,000

About The Position

The Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (VPEMSA) is a senior executive leader responsible for providing strategic vision, leadership, and oversight for enrollment management and student affairs functions at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU). Reporting directly to the President, the VPEMSA plays a critical role in advancing the University’s mission by developing and executing comprehensive enrollment strategies, fostering student success and engagement, and ensuring a high-quality, student-centered experience from recruitment through graduation. The VPEMSA collaborates closely with the President, Provost, Deans, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), faculty, staff, and external partners to align enrollment and student affairs strategies with institutional priorities, accreditation standards, and financial sustainability goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a field that closely relates to the role.
3-5 years senior-level leadership experience in enrollment management, including Admissions, Recruitment and/or student affairs

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree or higher in higher education field or related field
Experience in recruitment and enrollment for health sciences or graduate education
Experience in shared governance environments
Commitment to the principles of the PNWU mission and student-centered practices
Demonstrated success with enrollment strategy and student success initiatives
Strong knowledge of accreditation, compliance, and higher education best practices
Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Skill in independent decision-making
Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
Skill in coordinating and monitoring the work of others.

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership for enrollment management and student affairs aligned with PNWU’s mission and strategic plan.
Develop and implement enrollment strategies including recruitment, admissions, retention, and graduation initiatives.
Analyze enrollment trends, market conditions, and data to inform planning and forecasting.
Oversee admissions, recruitment, financial aid, and enrollment operations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements.
Oversee Student Affairs, providing leadership, planning, and policy development for all functions of that unit.
Provides Board Committee Administrative Leads, reporting, and dashboards.
Collaborate with academic leadership, faculty governance, staff council, and student leadership.
Provide budget oversight and resource stewardship.
Lead, mentor, and develop staff; promote a culture of accountability and improvement.
Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.