Director of Admissions

Director of Admissions

The successful candidate for this position will work on-campus in Rochester, MN. The salary range for this position is $100,000-$112,000, commensurate with experience.

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management, the Director of Admissions is the lead admissions professional on the University of Minnesota Rochester
campus and manages the Office of Admissions, including high school and community relations, undergraduate recruitment and services, the campus visit program, and office
operations. Major responsibilities include the development, design, and implementation of strategic enrollment management and recruitment efforts to support the University's goals
for new undergraduate students as well as the establishment of a diverse student body. The Director of Admissions is responsible for undergraduate admission policy, supervision of
applications processing, and leveraging of the customer relationship management (CRM) strategies. Critical functions include directing the recruitment, admissions, and matriculation
of applicants to meet enrollment goals, develop and implement strategies that yield broadly representative student populations and provide leadership and direction for professional
staff. The Director will work to develop and sustain relationships with key constituents, including prospective students, parents, high school and independent counselors, alumni,
and community college partners.

Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and Manage the Office of Admissions: 60%

• Execute a comprehensive recruitment plan that articulates long- and short- term strategic goals to recruit first-year and transfer populations, including a top-notch prospective student and family visit experience.
• Oversee the collection and organization of accurate data regarding all phases of the enrollment process; analyze the data and make data-driven enrollment projections and decisions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, information systems, and controls for recruitment and admissions functions to assure maximum efficiency and effectiveness of the operation.
• Develop enrollment projection models.
• Contribute to the development of financial aid leveraging models.

Supervision: 25%

• Hire, train, supervise, and mentor admissions staff members; inspire new thinking, courage, and the highest standards of performance and teamwork.
• Manage with an eye towards professional development, transparency, and staff engagement while ensuring all staff are meeting the needs of the department and
  collectively meeting institutional goals.

Collaborate with Campus and Community Partners: 15%

• Oversee and work closely with partners that support financial aid, student search, and other recruitment efforts.
• In partnership with the Office of Communications and Marketing, collaborate in the development of communication strategies and materials to serve the University's enrollment objectives.
• Create strong relationships on and off-campus. Partner with admissions staff at other University of Minnesota campuses
  

Qualifications:
Candidates must have the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree plus at least 6 years of relevant experience

Successful candidates may also have:

• A record of success in the following: university admission, including recruitment and enrollment planning and program development; team building within the
  office and among university departments; human resource and budget management; financial aid leveraging, enrollment modeling, and data collection
  analysis and assessment activities.
• At least three years at either the assistant director, associate director, or director
  level
• Master's degree
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to foster intercultural competence, advance equity and inclusion, and create a diverse, inclusive work environment; success recruiting a diverse student body
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Familiarity with current national issues in higher education and awareness of their implications for liberal arts colleges
• Capacity to think strategically and to work creatively, and the skills and discipline to bring initiatives to fruition
• Ability to represent campus effectively and in various capacities at the University of Minnesota System level and to collaborate with system partners
• Experience with Slate CRM.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Active review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted online and may be accessed at
https://r.umn.edu/about-umr/employment-opportunities. Applicants must attach a resume or curriculum vitae to the online application and may also be requested to submit: (1) a cover letter, and (2) a statement of applicant's commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion. For more information, e-mail umrhr@r.umn.edu.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR)

The University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) offers distinctive health sciences education to prepare students for a broad spectrum of current and emerging careers, ranging from patient care to pure and applied research. Serving more than 750 students in the heart of downtown Rochester, UMR is "recoding the DNA of learning" through individualized experience, personal growth, community engagement, and an integrated health sciences curriculum for tomorrow's health professionals.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

Our Vision is to transform higher education through innovations that empower graduates to solve the grand health challenges of the 21st century. In this vibrant context, students are at
the center of all we do - including faculty research focused on the efficacy of educational innovation. By offering a distinctive health sciences education, UMR prepares students for a
broad spectrum of career pathways including patient care; resilience, well-being and mental health; health care research and discovery; global health and public policy;
emerging health technologies; and the business and leadership of healthcare.

In its second decade of serving students, the campus community currently serves more than 900 undergraduate and graduate students in the heart of downtown Rochester.
Through creative partnerships, this campus continues to grow in size and influence. At UMR, relationships and research drive student success. Our strategic growth plan has
been aligned with the University of Minnesota System strategic plan (MPact 2025) establishing key metrics and aspirations. Learn more about UMR.