Assistant Vice President For Undergraduate Enrollment

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the leadership position of Assistant Vice President for Undergraduate Enrollment.

This position provides strategic direction and daily operation management for all Undergraduate Enrollment activities. The AVP will work collaboratively with key faculty and staff to develop, implement, and enhance Undergraduate Enrollment strategies that are aligned with CUC's mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. This position is responsible for Undergraduate recruitment, admission, and enrollment efforts.

This position reports directly to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and is based on the Concordia-Chicago campus in River Forest, IL.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with Vice President for Enrollment Management to create and implement recruitment and enrollment plans for Undergraduate students.
• Provides leadership and support to the undergraduate admission team including implementation of strategies designed to ensure consistent achievement of annual incoming class enrollment targets.
• Collaborates with key constituents (faculty, staff, athletics, marketing) to articulate and promote CUC's mission, vision, and academic programs for all undergraduate prospective students, parents, and influencers.
• Prepares weekly reporting for the Vice President for Enrollment and senior leadership, providing updates on enrollment and recruitment strategies.
• In collaboration with the Marketing department, develop and implement all marketing strategies for Undergraduate recruitment efforts to achieve established enrollment goals. This includes but is not limited to web strategies, social media, advertising, and print materials.
  • Develops short and long-term goals and metrics for traditional undergraduate new student recruitment, based around the university strategic enrollment plan.
  • Research and report on industry trends and best practices to senior leadership. Recommend process improvements.
  • Provides leadership for all undergraduate admission-related events (virtual and in person).
• In collaboration with the VPEM, manages the departmental budget and spending plan. Makes recommendations to the VPEM as appropriate.
• Provides leadership for the entire traditional Undergraduate Enrollment unit.
• Compiles and analyzes data that details recruitment, admission, deposit,
• Oversees all work with domestic and international partners related to recruitment, application, admission, and enrollment, ensuring best practices are followed.
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Skill Sets:

• Excellent working knowledge of industry trends and best practices in Undergraduate Enrollment strategies.
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and motivate a team of professionals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Superior analytical skills utilizing data-drive decision making to implement strategic enrollment initiatives.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite. Working knowledge of Ellucian Banner strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of CRM enrollment solutions and related databases.
• Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to excel in a deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to serving a diverse student population in recruitment and admission.
• Enthusiastic supporter of the Concordia-Chicago mission as part of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Minimum Experience:

Required:

• 5-7 years of experience in higher education enrollment management, preferably in undergraduate admission.
• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience.

Preferred:

• 8-10 years of experience in higher education enrollment management, preferably in undergraduate admission.
• 8-10 years of progressive leadership experience.

Education Requirements:

Master's degree in higher education administration, business, or related field is required. Additional training/professional development in higher education enrollment management and/or enrollment marketing highly desirable.

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting salary is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents).

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

Concordia-Chicago does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach, or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010 and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.