Senior Director of Admissions
- Employer
- South University
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 1, 2023
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Thursday, June 1, 2023
What's next for you is the first priority for us! With over 45
programs from associate to doctoral degrees, South University is a
private institution dedicated to providing educational
opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and professional
development of a diverse student population.
Our 120-year story—past, present and future—is a history formed by
the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of
community that have become our pledge to the students, faculty,
staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Online and at our
8 locations and 2 learning sites, we take pride in our welcoming
environment; one-on-one support and personalized attention that
helps students define goals and identify the means to pursue them.
Our small classes feature hands-on experiences that not only shape
students’ skills and excellence in their chosen fields but also
shape their characters through encouraging community involvement,
volunteerism and the pursuit of life-long learning.
Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what
makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and
Become, a place where you can make a difference in
the lives of students eager to learn and grow.
South University, the right direction for a brighter
future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Generous Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION
SUMMARY:
Incumbent is responsible for assisting the campuses in attaining admissions goals, in particular inquiry conversion to enrollments, and enrollments to new student matriculation at plan. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
Establishes forecasts and
achieves new student start rate and readmissions
plans.
Assures adequate staffing
levels and productivity through effective personnel management.
This includes but is not limited to selection and hiring of
employees coupled with their being training, developed, motivated,
and effectively managed. Further, the Sr. Director of Admissions is
responsible for providing the admissions team with regular
feedback, observation and support; monthly, quarterly and annual
performance reviews; new hire and veteran training; turnover
prevention.
Responsible for achieving
conversions of inquiry to applicant; and applicant to new student
standards.
Manage school’s admissions
budget and monitor inquiry source results and cost
effectiveness.
Responsible for local inquiry
generation and database marketing.
Generates marketing plans to
support inquiry conversion and applicant
lock-in.
Ensures compliance with all SU
policies and procedures, ethical standards, and compliance with all
federal, state and accreditation requirements.
Partners with other EC
members, faculty and staff to assure a vibrant perpetual student
recruitment environment.
Core
Values
Core Values unify the culture
of South University and represent the guiding principles that
influence the company’s vision, mission, and performance
outcomes.
Doing the Right Thing. Conveys
a position of principle even during opposition. Takes appropriate
action to heighten awareness and influence positive
change.
Integrity. Conducts all
activities honestly and fairly to create an environment of mutual
trust and equity.
Respect. Openly shows
appreciation for the ideas and contributions of others to create an
environment of collaboration, involvement and
growth.
Providing Value. Continuously
seeks to understand the requirements of all constituencies. Makes
collaborative decisions to ensure needs are met or exceeded through
the delivery of quality services.
Excellence. Displays a
commitment to exceptional quality that creates an environment of
innovation, positive thinking and continuous
improvement.
Learning-Centered Focus.
Actively supports an outcomes-based, learning-centered culture
through the delivery/support of an engaging educational delivery
system.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree preferably
in a business or sales related discipline.
Minimum five years of
increasingly responsible experience managing a sales effort in the
area of undergraduate/graduate student recruitment or intangible
products or five years working in a university admissions office
leading a team.
Proven ability to inspire,
motivate and lead a sales team.
Polished verbal and written
communication skills.
Demonstrated experience
handling employee relations matters.
Experience with the hiring
process is required.
Ability to
Travel
The individual must be able to
travel locally and to out of the area to the corporate office or
other offsite locations for a variety of conferences and meetings.
Travel generally does not exceed 10%.
ENVIRONMENT:
The environment is dynamic and goal oriented requiring multitasking of responsibilities at all times. This position requires the ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities both within the school and with the public. A caring, persistent, persuasive, and self-directed nature is essential. Must possess a desire and ability to study, practice and obtain additional knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis to remain well versed in program offerings, recruitment techniques, policies and procedures. The operating environment has extensive weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual performance targets and requires strict adherence to all regulatory requirements and internal policies. The position works extensively with support enrollment team department personnel including financial aid, education, and housing. Outside contacts include prospective students and applicants, their families and guests, vendors, high school teachers and other sources of referrals such as government agencies, public school systems and private businesses.
The duties and characteristics described in this job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required see, talk or hear, and is frequently required to be mobile. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds.The vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and close vision.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Other details Job Family All Positions Pay Type Salary Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
Incumbent is responsible for assisting the campuses in attaining admissions goals, in particular inquiry conversion to enrollments, and enrollments to new student matriculation at plan. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
ENVIRONMENT:
The environment is dynamic and goal oriented requiring multitasking of responsibilities at all times. This position requires the ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities both within the school and with the public. A caring, persistent, persuasive, and self-directed nature is essential. Must possess a desire and ability to study, practice and obtain additional knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis to remain well versed in program offerings, recruitment techniques, policies and procedures. The operating environment has extensive weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual performance targets and requires strict adherence to all regulatory requirements and internal policies. The position works extensively with support enrollment team department personnel including financial aid, education, and housing. Outside contacts include prospective students and applicants, their families and guests, vendors, high school teachers and other sources of referrals such as government agencies, public school systems and private businesses.
The duties and characteristics described in this job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required see, talk or hear, and is frequently required to be mobile. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds.The vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and close vision.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Other details Job Family All Positions Pay Type Salary Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
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