Vice President for Enrollment Management

Career Opportunities at Ohio Northern University Job Summary: Ohio Northern University, an independent, selective, comprehensive university located in Northwest, Ohio, announces the search for a strategic Vice President for Enrollment Management (VPEM). The Vice President for Enrollment Management serves as a key member of the President’s Cabinet, reporting directly to the President. This senior leadership role provides strategic oversight and direction for all enrollment management operations, ensuring alignment with the University’s mission, financial objectives, and commitment to building an academically strong and multi-talented student body. Job Description: THE POSITION The Vice President for Enrollment Management will provide visible, positive, and approachable leadership to an office of 15 professional staff, including four direct reports. The VPEM is responsible for leading the University’s enrollment strategy, encompassing student recruitment, admissions, financial aid, and enrollment planning. Working collaboratively, the Vice President drives initiatives to meet or exceed enrollment targets, achieve net tuition revenue goals, and enhance the quality and breadth of applicant pools. Through collaborative partnerships across the University, especially with the Vice President for Financial Affairs (VPFA), the Provost, and the Athletic Director, the VPEM ensures a coordinated, data-driven approach to recruiting, retaining, and graduating students from varied backgrounds. Full Position Announcement COMPENSATION Compensation for the position will be competitive and based on the skills and experience of the selected candidate and the agreed upon portfolio of responsibilities; consult with the NES search team for insights. Additionally, Ohio Northern University offers a comprehensive package of benefits. Given the nature of this visible campus and community-based leadership position, the selected candidate will be expected to reside in or near Ada, Ohio. ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment. Ohio Northern University, founded in 1870, is a competitive, comprehensive university affiliated with the United Methodist Church. ONU is one of the few private universities to offer a distinctive blend of national ranked liberal arts and professional programs in its five colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Pharmacy, and Law. Situated on nearly 300 acres, the scenic and modern campus is comprised of 31 major buildings. The town of Ada (population 5,000) provides a friendly small town atmosphere that compliments the friendly and safe environment found on campus. To learn more about the ONU and Ada communities, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Ohio Northern University