Director of Admissions

This position is open until filled with an initial review date of June 13, 2022, please attach a current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter. Resume/CV and Cover Letter can either be attached as a .docx or.pdf or listed in the space provided in the application. If documents are attached, just list "see attachment" in the space provided in the application. For assistance, please email cwchr@cwc.edu or call 307-855-2112. Position Summary Under the leadership of the Vice President of Student Affairs and in accordance with the mission of Central Wyoming College, the director of admissions develops, directs, and implements effective student recruiting strategies, coordinates the college admissions programs to achieve established enrollment goals, organizes student onboarding, and manages the student experience from a prospect into their first semester.Essential Duties and Responsibilities In collaboration with academic affairs and the marketing and public relations office, develop and execute a comprehensive strategic and operational recruitment plan designed to address short and long-range enrollment goals of the College.

Develop the program outcomes for the admissions office, monitor assessment of those outcomes, and develop plans of action for improvement, including modifying practices and making appropriate changes to strategies, based on the assessment of those outcomes.

Identify and recruit prospective students. Maintain and monitor prospective student list for the College and provide monthly enrollment funnel reporting.

Oversee student recruitment efforts, including high school visits, college fairs, community events, and special programs. Represents the College at Wyoming High Schools through periodic visits, attends Wyoming Admissions Officer tours and meetings, and ensures representation at other college fairs and events designed for college recruiting.

Manage the admissions application system (CRM). This includes: installing package updates, installing security updates, troubleshoot system issues, design/code elements, implement changes to the system, create/maintain reports, perform mass mailing/emailing, manage the Events Rx visit module, manage the Formbuilder application, campaign design, text messaging API, and monitor the system/partner with IT for system enhancements and integrations.

Assist faculty and staff with specialized recruitment efforts for academic programs and activities.

Advise prospective students regarding the college’s admissions, scholarships, financial aid, housing, and assessment procedures.

Manage the recruitment of international students including sharing relevant information with students and their representatives, and coordinating paperwork and other requirements for studying in the U.S. in collaboration with the international student advisor.

Ensure prospective students, families, guidance professionals, staff, faculty and the community receive thorough, responsive and high quality service.

Oversee all admissions workflow processes and interface with related departments for an optimized student enrollment experience. Improve processes, ensuring that the admissions office is operating at optimal levels, playing a role in producing high-quality graduates.

Find innovative solutions to recruit and retain students through effective admissions and advising practices and systems.

Seek and nurture collaborative partnerships with internal and external audiences, including other divisions of the college, parents, alumni, and secondary school leaders.

Manage the admissions and recruiting operating budget.

Direct and supervise admissions staff.

Direct the admission processes and reviews exceptional admission cases. Assists with the coordination of the student complaint and appeal procedures relating to admissions for the College and makes recommendations to the Vice President for Student Affairs.

Remain current with enrollment management practices, best practice recruitment communication technologies, and rules and regulations governing recruitment and admissions, including international students.

Monitor and supervise correspondence to prospective and accepted students from the admissions office. Verify and notify students of admissions and academic eligibility.

Organize and monitor student campus visits and tours, ensuring a great experience for all students, parents and guests.

Manage the admissions office web site, ensuring current, accurate information is available to prospective students.

Assist in planning and implementing new student orientation.

Operate within the guidelines set forth in the college’s policies, procedures and practices.

Perform other reasonably related duties as directed or assigned.

Position Specifications

Minimum QualificationsEducation

Bachelor’s degree in related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education

Experience

Five years of experience in recruitment, admissions, enrollment management in a higher education setting with at least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience.

Licenses/Certifications

None

Equivalency Statement

Equivalent combinations of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Desired QualificationsMaster’s degree in related field

Two (2) or more years of supervisory or management experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal sales skills.

Considerable knowledge of the admissions and records function and the administration of such function.

Considerable knowledge of principles and processes for delivering exceptional customer service.

Demonstrated knowledge of the planning, implementation and monitoring of budgets in an educational environment.

Demonstrated knowledge of the state and federal laws and regulations regarding admissions.

Demonstrated excellent supervisory, administrative, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Knowledge of the comprehensive role of the community college.

Knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet software programs.

Possess a personality and demeanor to foster a positive environment, acting as an undeniable example of professionalism and results-oriented behavior.

Possess strong leadership skills, ability to mentor, coach and motivate staff, as well as highly effective organizational skills.

Possess a strong commitment to the mission of the community college.

Demonstrated organizational skills in handling and directing multiple and complex assignments and projects.

Skill in working effectively in a team environment with a customer service focus.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Demonstrated track record of strong partnerships with media and other public relations professionals.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; and effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Ability to relate with a diverse population in a professional, helpful manner

Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion.

Ability to work independently while supporting a team effort

Ability to develop a strategic recruitment plan; coordinate activities with a variety of college staff and departments; prepare and administer budgets;

Ability to lead both long-term strategic efforts and respond to immediate issues, determine priorities, allocate resources, and manage timelines and projects.

Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with students, college employees and the public.

Ability to effectively supervise and motivate personnel

Ability to work closely and collaboratively with both internal and external constituents that include: college leadership, admissions staff, academic and student services staff, faculty, school counselors, principals, coaches, community & business partners and higher education leaders state-wide and regionally.

Level of Supervision

This position operates under the general direction of the Vice President of Student Affairs.Working Environment Reasonable accommodation will be extended to otherwise qualified individuals with a legally recognized disability.Equipment Used

Work in this position requires the use of standard office equipment, presentation equipment, and an automobile.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: frequently required to stand, occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Environmental Conditions

Work is performed in part in an office setting and in part traveling for recruitment of students both in Wyoming and out of state travel is required; evening and/or weekend work may also be required.

CWC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-855-2112 or email cwchr@CWC.edu.Required SkillsRequired Experience