Salary: $125,000.00 - $140,000.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2015-1604009
Location: CA 94556, CA
Department: Enrollment Management
Closing: 6/15/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Background

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian heritage and Liberal Arts education, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 3,100 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College that they founded.

Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education rooted in inclusive excellence and community. Ranked in the Top 5 Best Colleges: Western Region by U.S. News & World Report, Saint Mary's reputation for exceptional academic quality and unparalleled heart stems from its vibrant heritage as a Lasallian, Catholic, Liberal Arts institution. World-class faculty and exceptional staff join together with students to form a close-knit community that provides innovative

education through hands-on, real world experience. The College is also deeply committed to the educational benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities
This role requires an experienced manager and mentor to lead admissions. The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of admissions and have a proven track record of building and implementing results-oriented strategic recruitment and yield plans for both first year and transfer domestic enrollments. This role requires a collaborative leader who excels in building and nurturing relationships on and off campus to achieve SMC goals. Above all, the candidate will be a trusted guide and advisor to prospective students and their families.

1. Strategy and Execution: develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment and yield plan, including policies and procedures to ensure a smooth admissions process for prospective students. Review and evaluate admissions criteria, making recommendations where necessary. Analyze enrollment data and trends to inform admissions strategies and initiatives.Collaborate with stakeholders across campus to ensure the admissions process is aligned with SMC's overall mission and goals.

2. Supervisory: recruit and train qualified candidates for open admissions positions. Guide and support admissions staff performance, maintaining morale and focus so, together, the department achieves first year and transfer enrollment and diversity goals. Conduct department meetings.

3. Budget: manage admissions' budget, including planning and administration. Ensure return on investment is spent for recruitment and yield activities. Approve expenditures.

4. Communication: develop and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders on and off campus to increase SMC visibility and awareness.Build a student pipeline through these organizations. Partner with MarCom and academic departments to build forward looking marketing collateral, campus/student stories, and recruitment/yield communication plans. Make sure all admissions websites are current, informative, and relevant.

5. Committee Member: serve on numerous campus committees as the admissions representative. Share information, advise, and make recommendations as a key member in the implementation of SMC's strategic plan.

Experience and Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: REQUIRED: Master's degree in a relevant field, such as higher education administration, marketing, or business administration
Experience: (years required and applicable field of experience): Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in admissions/higher education, with a proven track record of success in meeting enrollment goals
Skills/Abilities: (e.g. computer skills, written & verbal skills, trades, laws, procedures, technical) ? Experience managing, mentoring, and leading professional teams
Excellent communication, public speaking skills, and interpersonal skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and in highly collaborative manner
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with external partners
Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
Tech savvy - strong proficiency in Technolutions Slate or similar CRM's
Knowledgeable and up-to-date on trends in admissions and higher education

Other Requirements: (e.g. travel, weekend/evening work)
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Willingness and ability to participate in moderate to extensive travel
Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including early morning, evening and weekends, which is necessary and expected
Deep appreciation for Lasallian education

Supplemental Information
***Application Priority deadline - June 4, 2023***

Application Instructions: Please apply online at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu. Your application is
considered complete if you include the following:
1. Resume
2. Cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to
support the Mission of the College
3. The name and contact information for three (3) professional references
4. Consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle
check, and a third-party background check

Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all. College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status,
medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws. Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, see the website here:
https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety-transportation/clery-reports-and-alerts. To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.

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