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The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27
miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for
over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning
on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a
wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these
credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the
baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.
College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an
inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal
opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our
connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success
and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational
opportunities.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Admissions, Outreach and
Enrollment, this position will provide support for strategy, execution,
leadership, and special projects and will be a critical component in
supporting the Enrollment Services leadership team\'s success. The
Director of Enrollment Strategy will be to serve as the Executive
Directors chief of staff and deliver the Strategic Enrollment Plan for
COD ensuring sustained growth in recruitment and retention. The Director
of Enrollment Strategy\'s primary responsibility will be to support the
Executive Director in maintaining effective and efficient delivery of
strategy levers in recruitment, retention, and enrollment communication
& analytics and will be committed to sustaining a diverse and talented
student population while supporting the strategic enrollment goals of
College of DuPage.
Responsible for assisting in the management, administration and
implementation of all university policies and procedures related to the
recruitment and onboarding of new first time in college, adult, and
international students.
Collaborate with key campus leaders to maintain accurate enrollment data
and assists in providing routine and annual reports.
Provide data analysis for senior leadership in the enrollment division
on strategic recruitment and onboarding initiatives
Collaboratively lead strategies related to recruitment and retention of
a diverse student body and ability to develop knowledge of respect for,
and skills to engage with those of other cultures, traditions, or
backgrounds.
Assist with continuing assessment and evaluation of recruitment and
retention processes.
Utilize advanced CRM and enrollment management systems to monitor
progress, forecast outcomes, and implement continuous improvement
initiatives.
Serves as secondary institutional Designated School Official (DSO) and
develops and executes college policies related to the management of the
International student enrollment and services.
Assist in the planning and development of various materials designed to
attract and retain quality students at College of DuPage
Oversee all enrollment management budgets, ensuring responsible
allocation of resources to maximize operational efficiency and student
outcomes.
Assist with maintaining strong relationships both internally and
externally to enhance recruitment pipelines within the District 502
community.
Collaborate with campus partners to provide support for special programs
and initiatives related to new student recruitment and onboarding
strategies.
Partner with the Executive Director to develop and conduct regular and
routine training for the division staff and maintain updated
documentation on processes for reference.
Represents the university as needed at public and private high
school/community college visitations (including conferring with college
counselors and student groups), college nights and panel presentations
to parents, students, and other constituents.
Qualifications:
Education
Master\'s degree in student services, educational
administration, business administration, communication or
related areas required.
Experience
Minimum of four years of related professional experience within
higher education with at least three years of direct supervision
and management of admissions experience.
Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal
skills.
Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational
needs, and develop integrated, creative solutions.
Previous experience in admissions, student success, or advising.
Advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking
skills.
In-depth knowledge of enrollment technologies (e.g., CRM
systems, Banner, Ellucian) and their application to improving
student outcomes.
This position requires a background check and drug screen.
Competitive starting salaries are dependent on education and experience.
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