[Hiring] Executive Director, Undergraduate Admissions @University of Miami
Role Description
The Executive Director, Undergraduate Admissions - Central Unit serves as the University’s Deputy Chief Admission Officer. The Executive Director manages the strategic planning and development of strategies and tactics to attract, recruit, and enroll a talented and diverse student body that supports the overall mission and enrollment goals of the University.
• Develops and manages a strategic and robust prospect management system, incorporating all available University resources and appropriate admission functions.
• Analyzes current student recruitment campaigns.
• Collaborates with the AVP to plan and implement a comprehensive geo-demographic and socioeconomic market analysis strategy.
• Compiles, analyzes, interprets, and presents data to monitor outcomes assessment of enrollment strategies.
• Identifies and recommends solutions to enrollment barriers.
• Assists in the development and implementation of the department’s marketing plan.
• Collaborates with other departments to develop strategies and initiatives that contribute to student retention.
• Ensures student recruitment operations meet current student and institutional needs.
• Procures technology to improve student engagement, communications, and initiatives.
• Develops and implements short and long-term enrollment plans.
• Stays abreast of current and emerging trends in enrollment management and higher education.
• Represents University programs to external audiences, both regionally and nationally.
• Ensures appropriate professional development and safety training compliance.
• Ensures the integrity of undergraduate admission databases.
• Hires, provides leadership for, supervises, and evaluates department employees.
• Provides interpretation and oversight of federal, state, and internal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Recommends and manages budget for student recruitment functions.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of internal controls within the unit.
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.
Qualifications
• Master's degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Skilled in aligning departmental goals with enterprise-wide strategy and developing comprehensive strategic plans.
• Ensures fiscal responsibility and optimization of financial performance.
• Ability to allocate resources and drive innovation and growth.
• Proven ability to adjust to changes and lead/inspire transformational change.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams, manage complex projects, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Understanding of technology, data analytics, and performance measurement to drive strategic decisions.
• Ability to influence others, articulate strategic vision, and ensure clear and persuasive communication.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
Company Description
The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida. With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.
• Dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully.
• United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.
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The Executive Director, Undergraduate Admissions - Central Unit serves as the University’s Deputy Chief Admission Officer. The Executive Director manages the strategic planning and development of strategies and tactics to attract, recruit, and enroll a talented and diverse student body that supports the overall mission and enrollment goals of the University.
• Develops and manages a strategic and robust prospect management system, incorporating all available University resources and appropriate admission functions.
• Analyzes current student recruitment campaigns.
• Collaborates with the AVP to plan and implement a comprehensive geo-demographic and socioeconomic market analysis strategy.
• Compiles, analyzes, interprets, and presents data to monitor outcomes assessment of enrollment strategies.
• Identifies and recommends solutions to enrollment barriers.
• Assists in the development and implementation of the department’s marketing plan.
• Collaborates with other departments to develop strategies and initiatives that contribute to student retention.
• Ensures student recruitment operations meet current student and institutional needs.
• Procures technology to improve student engagement, communications, and initiatives.
• Develops and implements short and long-term enrollment plans.
• Stays abreast of current and emerging trends in enrollment management and higher education.
• Represents University programs to external audiences, both regionally and nationally.
• Ensures appropriate professional development and safety training compliance.
• Ensures the integrity of undergraduate admission databases.
• Hires, provides leadership for, supervises, and evaluates department employees.
• Provides interpretation and oversight of federal, state, and internal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Recommends and manages budget for student recruitment functions.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of internal controls within the unit.
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.
Qualifications
• Master's degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Skilled in aligning departmental goals with enterprise-wide strategy and developing comprehensive strategic plans.
• Ensures fiscal responsibility and optimization of financial performance.
• Ability to allocate resources and drive innovation and growth.
• Proven ability to adjust to changes and lead/inspire transformational change.
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams, manage complex projects, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Understanding of technology, data analytics, and performance measurement to drive strategic decisions.
• Ability to influence others, articulate strategic vision, and ensure clear and persuasive communication.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
Company Description
The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida. With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.
• Dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully.
• United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.
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