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Dean of Undergraduate Admissions

College of Charleston: Human Resources

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION

Internal Title

Dean of Undergraduate Admissions

Position Type

Unclassified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Administration

Pay Band

Level

Department

Admissions

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Vice President of Enrollment Planning, the Dean of Admissions leads the Office of Admissions and supervises all five areas within the office, including: recruitment & selection, access & pre-college programming, visitor experience, international and veterans & special populations. The Dean provides leadership to a diverse group of team members and creates and maintains a culture of shared responsibility and innovation. The principal strategist and thought leader within the office, the Dean must establish admission strategies, policies and procedures in accordance with the goals and priorities of the institution, as well as be committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. The Dean is responsible for managing the day-to-day office operations, recruitment plans, selection process and budgetary activities and services. The Dean serves as an integral and collaborative member of the university community to implement and prioritize the institution’s Strategic Plan.

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree or equivalent in Higher Education or related field is required. Six years of progressive supervisory and management roles in admissions or student services/affairs. Ability to develop and utilize information technology systems to run an efficient operation, utilize data to forecast enrollment trends and evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment activities. Excellent communication and organizational skills; proven leadership abilities and the skills and desire to build and maintain an office wide culture of positivity and professionalism. Excellent writer and dynamic presenter. Demonstrated experience with the recruitment of diverse student populations. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able read, review, interpret and use information technology to forecast and project enrollment trends and develop processes to evaluate the effectiveness of activities and initiatives that support enrollment and the goals of the institution. Must also have excellent communication and organizational skills; proven leadership and interpersonal skills; and the ability to articulate the College’s academic position as a competitive liberal arts and sciences institution. Must have knowledge of the principles of higher education and a selective and competitive college selection process.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

This position will require travel outside of the Charleston area frequently. Additionally, overnight stays out of state, as well as weekend and evening work will be required at varying times through the admission cycle.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary

*$115,000-$130,000

Posting Date

04/29/2024

Closing Date

05/22/2024

Benefits

Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Paid Holidays
Free CARTA Bus Service
Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Benefits Package – Click Here

Open Until Filled

Posting Number

2024068

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15402

Job Duties

Activity

1. Works very closely with the VP of Enrollment Planning to effectively create, plan and implement the annual enrollment strategies and goals. Oversees and manages recruitment/outreach/yield initiatives aimed at meeting enrollment and revenue objectives in the recruitment and selection of prospective students and applicants. Oversees admissions services to all classifications of undergraduate students to maximize efficiency and achieve objectives.

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2. Plans, develops, implements, and assesses the major components of the Office of Admission’s undergraduate recruitment plan, ensuring that it is consistent with the College’s mission and priorities. Writes and executes assessment and compliance reports on recruitment efforts and the results of those efforts. Complies statistical data and prepares periodic reports regarding enrollment projections and recruiting initiatives and activities. Analyzes data and stays abreast of innovations and best practices to make recommendations for changes and enhancements to the Administration.

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3.Supervises, trains, and evaluates five direct reports and ensures training and professional growth of all employees within the office. Creates leadership, training and mentoring opportunities for staff that focus on diversity, access and inclusion.

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4. Monitors budget for the Office of Admissions activities. Ensures adherence to fiscal policies and regulations of the College and the State. Authorizes and approves purchases, salaries and other fiscal matters.

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5. Identifies marketing and recruitment opportunities and works closely with the Division of University Marketing and Communications to develop and implement recruitment and admissions plans to impact enrollment and achieve objectives.

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6. Designs and oversees the evaluation and competitive selection process of first-year students, transfer, readmits, international students and scholarship candidates. Chairs Applicant Safety Assessment Committee and facilitates enrollment for other populations as assigned.

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