Dean of Admissions - Saint Elizabeth University

Dean of Admissions

Conveniently located in Morris County with easy access to Routes 287, 280, 80, 10, 24, and the Convent Station train station, Saint Elizabeth University which was established in 1899 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth resides on 150 acres of picturesque rolling hills and lush woodlands. The University offers a quality education in the Catholic liberal arts tradition for students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1899, Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) is a community of learning in the Catholic liberal arts tradition for students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures. SEU is devoted to providing educational and career training opportunities to traditionally underserved communities and is characterized by small class sizes and a highly communal student-centered culture emphasizing individualized attention.

SEU is a federally designated Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution. Our traditional undergraduate population is 38 percent Black and our total enrollment is 30 percent Hispanic, while 47 percent of our students are first-generation college students. In addition, 76 percent of our first-time freshmen are low-income students eligible for federal Pell funding; many come to us with unique challenges related to their financial, social, academic, mental and physical health.

The Dean of Admission manages a high energy Admissions Office focused on achieving enrollment results for traditional undergraduate, transfer, and adult learner programs. Additionally, the Dean of Admissions will provide oversight of EOF recruitment and Veterans’ benefits certification. The cyclical nature of the responsibilities is such that the requirements of the job change dramatically during various times of the year. This environment requires flexibility, and the ability to work effectively under stressful conditions. The Dean of Admissions also works in conjunction with the Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management and others on campus in assisting with the recruitment, onboarding, and enrollment activities when necessary. The Dean of Admissions will participate as an active member of the enrollment management team; develop special programs and projects; participate in the development and implementation of enrollment strategies and marketing plans; and help manage data for all aspects of use in a successful enrollment management environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in the development and coordination of programs and services to improve the enrollment process, beginning with student point of interest and continuing through student registration.
• Advocates and champions progressive and positive change through collaboration with faculty and staff across the college to identify and remove barriers that may impede students' entry into the University.
• Assists with the development, implementation and utilization of evaluation and assessment tools to monitor and predict progress toward enrollment goals and retention targets.
• Provides administrative leadership, supervision and staff management for staff. Position will directly supervise eight (2) management- level staff, and indirectly lead and support the Enrollment Coordinator and Assistant Directors of Admissions.
• Works collaboratively with other divisions and units throughout the college in developing and advancing various initiatives that influence enrollment, registration, student success and retention such as first- year experience programming and services, and campus orientations.
• Manages budget pertaining to enrollment management related initiatives
• Assists the Vice President with delivering a comprehensive program of student services and enrollment management
• Works collaboratively as a member of Enrollment Management Leadership Team alongside the Director of Financial Aid, Registrar, and Enrollment Management Project Manager.
• Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required

Valid Driver license required

Strong interpersonal/human relations skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Planning and organizational skills enabling multitasking

Ability to operate personal computer with various software programs

Ability to learn and apply institutional policies and procedures

Ability to maintain schedules

Ability to demonstrate self-direction and motivation

Ability to work as a member of a team as well as individually

Willingness to travel/drive and work on weekends and nights

Ability to transport recruitment materials to off campus programs

Ability to provide walking tours of campus

Why Choose Saint Elizabeth University?

Saint Elizabeth University offers a positive work environment, dedicated leadership, faculty and staff who are committed to excellence, and an attractive benefits and compensation package.

Full-time Faculty and Staff Benefits Include:

• Employer-Subsidized Health Care Plan
• Dental and Vision Plan
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance at No Cost
• Supplemental Insurance Available for Employee, Spouse and Dependents
• Other Voluntary Plans (Legal, Identify-Theft, Accident, Critical Care, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
• Tuition Exchange Program offering Reciprocal Scholarships Nationwide at 600+ Colleges and Universities
• 14 Paid Holidays, as well as the Week after Christmas Off with Pay
• Paid Days Off on Fridays in the Summer Months
• Birthday as a Paid Day Off
• Generous Vacation Policy
• New Jersey Earned Sick Leave
• Employee Discount Program

Important to Know:

The health and safety of students, faculty and staff are a University priority. Please be advised that the University reserves the right to modify all policies and procedures related to COVID-19 based upon local conditions and emerging guidance from local, state and federal agencies.

How to Apply

• Applications should consist of a cover letter, resume, proof of certifications and three professional references with email addresses and/or telephone numbers.
• Saint Elizabeth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.
• Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Saint Elizabeth University is a designated minority serving undergraduate institution.

EEO/AA Statement:

Saint Elizabeth University aspires to create a community based on the collaboration, innovation, creativity and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas - an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspective, backgrounds and experiences flourish. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all individuals feel and experience an environment where they are welcome, safe, secure, and heard. As such All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. Any information provided will be used only in the compliance of data for EEO/Affirmative Action reporting. Completion of this data is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment and/or terms or conditions of employment.

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