Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Department: Enrollment Management
Reports To: Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management
Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Position Summary
The Director of Undergraduate Admissions is
responsible for driving undergraduate enrollment growth through strategic recruitment, admissions operations, and data-informed
decision-making. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, this role is directly accountable for increasing
undergraduate enrollment, improving yield, and maximizing return on investment (ROI) across recruitment activities.
Position
Responsibilities
Enrollment Growth, Yield & ROI Accountability
- Monitor undergraduate enrollment outcomes,
including enrollment growth, yield, and channel ROI. - Develop recruitment strategies that optimize cost per enrollment and
conversion rates. - Analyze enrollment data and present performance reports and forecasts to the AVP.
- Adjust strategy based
on territory performance, market trends, and ROI analysis.
Strategic Recruitment Leadership
- Design and
implement a comprehensive undergraduate recruitment plan. - Oversee recruitment for first-year, transfer, and international students.
- Evaluate market conditions and competitive landscape to inform strategy.
- Develop strategies for, and maintain relationships
with, key recruitment schools.
Admissions Team Leadership & Performance Management
- Lead, mentor, and hold
admissions staff accountable for enrollment outcomes. - Establish key performance indicators and monitor performance through
dashboards and evaluations. - Provide training in admissions counseling, CRM utilization, and yield strategies.
Operations, Systems & Collaboration
- Oversee admissions operations, CRM usage, and data integrity.
- Collaborate
with Marketing, Financial Aid, and Academic Leadership. - Support campus visit days, yield events, and orientations.
Compliance & Professional Standards
- Ensure compliance with FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, and institutional policies.
- Serve as a mandatory reporter.
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical admissions practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor鈥檚 degree required; Master鈥檚 preferred. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in admissions,
enrollment, or a competitive sales environment. * Demonstrated success increasing enrollment and improving yield. * Strong analytical,
leadership, and communication skills. * Commitment to the Christian mission of King University.
Salary commensurate with
experience.