Enrollment Management - CSCU Administrative Assistant

Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being accepted for CSCU Administrative Assistant in the Office of Enrollment Management.

The Division of Enrollment Management at Western Connecticut State University provides strategic leadership and oversight for the university’s enrollment, recruitment, retention, and student access initiatives. The division supports the institution’s mission by developing and implementing comprehensive enrollment strategies that promote student success and institutional sustainability. Areas within the division include Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid, Veterans Affairs, International Services and Strategic Initiatives. Through data-informed decision-making, student-centered service, and collaboration across academic and administrative units, the division works to attract, enroll, support, and retain a diverse student population while ensuring equitable access to higher education opportunities.   Information on the University may be found at .

Position Summary: The CSCU Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing confidential administrative support to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management and Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives and contributing to the effective and efficient operation of the Division of Enrollment Management. The position serves as a key administrative resource for the division and assists with coordinating communications, managing schedules and projects, supporting enrollment-related initiatives, maintaining records and reports, and facilitating the daily operations of the office. The Administrative Assistant interacts regularly with prospective and current students, families, faculty, staff, and external partners while ensuring a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and customer service.
Position Responsibilities:

• Support the Enrollment Management Division (Admissions, Financial Aid, Veterans Affairs, International Services and related functional areas) in advancing divisional and institutional goals aligned with strategic enrollment objectives.
• Assist in Division-Level Budget Administration, including monitoring expenditures, tracking budgets, preparing internal budget reports, processing procurement requisitions, managing vendor invoices, and supporting fiscal planning activities.
• Coordinate and Support Division Events and Initiatives, including recruitment programs, yield events, financial aid workshops, orientations, community outreach, and institutional partnership activities—both on and off campus.
• Provide Project and Operational Support for division-wide initiatives, strategic projects, system-level reporting, and cross-functional collaborations that support enrollment growth and student success.
• Manage Space Reservations and Logistics for meetings, recruitment events, and divisional programs, including securing off-campus venues when necessary to support recruitment and enrollment outreach efforts.
• Assist in Tracking and Reporting Enrollment-Related Data, preparing materials that support institutional planning, compliance, and executive decision-making.
• Serve as a Cross-Functional Administrative Resource, offering coordination and operational support to divisional leadership and collaborating offices to ensure efficient execution of institutional priorities.
  Qualifications:
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience and training in a professionally oriented office setting is required.
• Must possess strong information technology skills such as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Experience using file sharing software such as OneDrive and SharePoint, as well as virtual meeting applications such as WebEx is desired.
• Must possess a solid understanding of office administration, including organization of materials and records, scheduling, and operational efficiency.
• Must have a proven track record of maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Must possess the ability to work with discretion and professionalism in a high-profile office environment.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills.

Work Schedule, Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary will be $68,610. WCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at . All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. WSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, employment verifications, and a criminal history record check.

Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, which includes the names and contact information for three (3) professional references and a resume.  Questions may be directed to  View email address on westernconnecticutstateuniversity.applytojob.com - please reference Enrollment CSCSU AA in the subject line . Application materials must be submitted no later than Friday July 10, 2026 .  Late applications will not be accepted.

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