Assistant Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management

Assistant Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management Job no: 561550 Work type: Management (MPP) Location: Fullerton Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time Job Title Assistant Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management Classification Administrator III Auto Req. ID 561550 Salary Range (Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $15,500 - $16,700 per month) Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Why CSUF California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility. Department The purpose of the Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management Office within the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management at Cal State Fullerton is to transform the lives of the students academically, personally and professionally, equipping all with the knowledge and skills required for success. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Assistant Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management (Administrator III).The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness. Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management, the Assistant Vice President provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and operational direction for assigned departments, programs, services, and initiatives within the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management. The Assistant Vice President serves as a key member of the division's leadership team and collaborates with campus partners to advance institutional priorities related to student success, access, engagement, retention, well-being, graduation, and career placement. The Assistant Vice President develops and implements divisional and institutional strategies, establishes operational priorities, manages resources, and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, CSU, and university policies and regulations. The position provides leadership to directors and managers responsible for a varying portfolio of student-facing services and initiatives and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, assessment, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service. The Assistant Vice President represents the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management in university-wide committees, partnerships, and strategic initiatives and serves as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders. The position promotes inclusive excellence, student-centered decision-making, and organizational effectiveness while supporting the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the university. Other duties as assigned. The Assistant Vice President represents the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management in university-wide committees, partnerships, and strategic initiatives and serves as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders. The position promotes inclusive excellence, student-centered decision-making, and organizational effectiveness while supporting the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the university. Other duties as assigned. Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable: What doesinclusive leadership mean to you. A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective. A description of how issues of inclusivityhave impacted you personally or professionally. Essential Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited institution in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field. Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, enrollment management, student affairs, admissions, outreach, student success, or a related administrative area. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory and management experience overseeing professional staff, managers, and/or directors. Demonstrated experience leading strategic planning, or, strategic enrollment management initiatives, or, organizational management, or, program administration, and operational oversight within a complex organization. Experience managing budgets, allocating resources, and ensuring fiscal accountability. Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and operational strategies. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and collaborating with multiple stakeholders to achieve organizational goals. Experience or the ability to support recruitment initiatives for historically underserved populations. Knowledge of principles, practices, and trends in higher education, student affairs, enrollment management, admissions, outreach, retention, and student success. Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, higher education compliance requirements, and institutional policies. Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze data, assess outcomes, and make evidence-based decisions. Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead organizational change initiatives. Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to foster collaboration among various campus and community stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to student-centered service, inclusive excellence, and organizational effectiveness. Ability to effectively represent the university in internal and external settings. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. Ten (10) or more years of progressive leadership experience in higher education administration, student affairs, strategic enrollment management, admissions, outreach, or student success. Experience at a California State University (CSU) campus or other large public higher education institution. Experience overseeing multiple departments with responsibility for admissions, outreach, orientation, educational partnerships, community engagement, enrollment services, or related functions. Demonstrated success developing and implementing enrollment growth, student success, retention, and graduation initiatives. Experience leading large-scale organizational change, process improvement, or strategic transformation efforts. Experience managing complex budgets, student fee funds, and resource allocation across multiple departments. Knowledge of CSU policies, procedures, and systemwide initiatives. Experience working with various student populations and advancing access, equity, and student achievement outcomes. Experience utilizing institutional research, predictive analytics, and assessment data to inform strategic planning and decision-making. Demonstrated record of building successful partnerships with K-12 schools, community colleges, community organizations, and external stakeholders. Active involvement in professional associations related to enrollment management, student affairs, higher education leadership, or student success. Demonstrated experience in strategic and systems thinking, change leadership, and innovation, with strong political and organizational acumen. Proven ability to foster collaborative leadership and consensus building, support talent development, coaching, and succession planning, and ensure effective fiscal stewardship and resource optimization. Commitment to continuous improvement and assessment. An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage Dental and Vision coverage Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability Retirement plan through CalPERS Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status. The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial "Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests" within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment. The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required. Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool. If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process. Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 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