AVP of ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT - Florida Memorial University : Job Details

The AVP of Enrollment Management will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of Admissions and Financial Aid. Ensures that all pertinent federal; state and institutional laws; policies; and registration are followed. They will oversee and manage the enrollment processes and strategies to attract, retain, and support students. This role reports directly to the Executive Vice President & Provost. Essential Functions: Manages day-to-day operations of the Enrollment Management.Develops and evaluates enrollment processing services by analyzing data; along with action plans to yield desired results for excellent customer service.Ensures that all pertinent federal; state; and University policies and regulations are followed. Gathers; monitors; and analyzes data to inform strategic decisions.Monitors and analyzes data to enhance processes and procedures.Create and sustain a vision and strategic plan for enrollment management that is appropriate to FMU and aligned with its overarching strategic plan and priorities.Provide stability, cohesion, and leadership to and ensure efficient operations of the Offices of Admission and Financial Aid through collaborative and cooperative relationships.Convene and communicate with consistency, clarity, and timeliness with diverse internal and external audiences on enrollment management strategies and initiatives.Develop, manage, and maintain an enrollment management budget that effectively balances staff needs with the fiduciary responsibilities of the University.Develop marketing strategies and initiatives.Foster efforts to attract and retain a student body equipped for success at FMU who are diverse ethnically, socioeconomically, and geographically.Actively participate in enrollment management events to provide and model leadership, engagement, and continuity.Stay current on national and regional market trends and share best practices in enrollment management with the campus, teaching colleagues how to creatively adapt trends and best practices to FMU's teaching and learning environment.Develop and implement policies and procedures in accordance with University standards.Implement change in an open and transparent style, with grace and authority.Recognize the importance of the pivotal role student-athletes play in the recruitment process and partner effectively with coaches in the recruitment of those students.Create and sustain a culture of shared ownership of enrollment management; educate the campus community about best practices in enrollment management.The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of best practices in enrollment management and a record of success in increasing enrollment as well as net tuition revenue.Familiarity with and appreciation of traditional, non-traditional, transfer, graduate, and non-degree seeking student recruitment is required.A proven track record in the identification, admission, recruitment, and enrollment of prospective students, comprehensive and strategic enrollment planning, and shaping classes to meet the University mission.Background in working with transfer student populations is highly desired.Analytical, data-informed, and outcomes-oriented; experienced in data analytics and forecasting class and revenue.Ensure that consistent branding and messaging is clearly articulated externally to achieve strategic goals.The ability to engage current students, faculty, alumni, and parents in the recruitment and enrollment of all new students.Practical with the ability to artfully approach all elements of the recruitment funnel.Ability to effectively employ financial aid leveraging strategies.Familiarity with compliance of federal and state financial aid regulations, along with attention to adherence of budget guidelines.Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead a hard-working, energetic team; recognize the skill sets and talents of the staff and provide professional development opportunities to enhance them.Personal strengths that include approachability, accessibility, energy, motivation, resourcefulness, and good humor.Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner.Effective analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents.Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average-weight up to fifty (50) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day. Minimum Requirements:Master's degree directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. A Ph.D. degree and higher education experience are preferred.Experience in higher education, with an advanced degree in a related field and at least seven years (7) of progressively responsible leadership in enrollment and experience in admissions or enrollment management.Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours. Pre-Employment Requirements:Criminal Background screening MVR screening (Motor Vehicle Records)Florida Memorial University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job which are identified essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.