at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Eastern Illinois University, a Master’s I, regional institution, invites applicants for its Director of Admissions. The Director of Admissions is a full-time, 12-month, administrative and professional position reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Management. The Director of Admissions has primary responsibility for supervising, coordinating and administering the programs, activities, and staff associated with the Office of Admissions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Plan, supervise, coordinate, and administer all aspects of programs and activities associated with undergraduate admissions operations.
2. Provide leadership to ensure that admissions staff members are held accountable for effectively executing and achieving undergraduate admissions goals and objectives;
3. Providing leadership in maintaining quality staff through recruitment, retention and development, with special attention to maintaining a diverse and inclusive team;
4. Coordinate and conduct the evaluation of staff and make recommendations to the VPEM;
5. Make recommendations to the VPEM concerning budgets; ensure the responsible use of funds in the Admissions area;
6. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to undergraduate admissions;
7. Work closely with leadership in the areas of communications, marketing and brand management to develop targeted, high quality undergraduate communications;
8. Provide oversight for the development and implementation of on- and off-campus admissions events such as open houses, admitted student days, campus tours, and other special events, and represent the university at such functions;
9. Provide oversight for the processing of all undergraduate applications, and associated internal and external policy.
10. Develop and implement in-service programs to assist staff in keeping current on recruitment best practices, procedures, and expectations, as well as university programs and policies;
11. Assist in the counseling of prospective students;
12. Serve as the university's representative at admission-related functions, including State Articulation Conferences;
13. Serve as a member of the Enrollment Worx Committee and other committees as assigned;
14. Perform other duties as assigned by the VPEM.
Diversity and Inclusion: Eastern Illinois University is committed to fostering a learning community where all members feel welcomed and valued. The university provides equality of opportunity in all areas of campus life and we strive to recognize and appreciate the unique value of our students, faculty, and staff. Every member of campus has the right to learn and work in an environment free of discrimination and harassment, and beyond that, our goal is for all members of our community to develop a strong sense of belonging to Eastern Illinois University.
THE UNIVERSITY & COMMUNITY: Eastern Illinois University places priority on teaching excellence for a student body in a residential setting. Approximately 8,800 students are enrolled in programs in undergraduate and graduate programs. Non-traditional and part-time students are enrolled in programs at both on- and off-campus sites. Eastern Illinois University takes pride in creating a warm, welcome environment for all faculty, staff and students. EIU boasts a rich, tradition of preparing students for their personal and professional goals. A traditional regional residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates, campus safety, online degree options, student support, and sustainability initiatives. EIU focuses on individualized attention and superior student relationships and has earned recognition as the highest- ranking independent public regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwest’s top public regional universities according to U.S. News and World Report. Eastern offers faculty a wide range of research and public service activities. EIU hosts more than 175 student organizations on campus, and offers a variety of cultural events, NCAA Division I athletics, and active research opportunities for its students to enjoy and to thrive. EIU has become recognized for providing the resources of a large institution while creating the kinds of individual relationships that support student and alumni success.
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Job Posting:
11693063
Posted On:
Feb 21, 2024
Updated On:
Feb 21, 2024
