Leadership Profile

Associate Vice President, Enrollment Management, Admissions

• Type: Full-Time
• Posted: 2022
• Category: Admissions
• Public: Open to the public

Special Instructions to Applicants

Kent State University is accepting applications for the Associate Vice President of our Office of Admissions, in Kent, Ohio. Travel is required. Please submit the online application, a current resume, a cover letter addressing your professional interest in this role, and a list of three professional or academic references.  Successful candidates must pass a comprehensive background check.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration apply by May 13, 2022.

About Kent State and the Community

Kent State University and its regional locations provide a foundation for award-winning learning, teaching and personal growth.  They reflect an environment committed to sustainability and wellness.

Kent State University is one of 91 public doctoral universities with high research activity, as categorized by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Kent State is the highest-ranking public university in Northern Ohio on the Top Public Schools and Best National Universities lists by U.S. News & World Report. With eight campuses spanning Northeast Ohio, a College of Podiatric Medicine, a Twinsburg Academic Center, and academic sites in major world cities, such as New York City, Geneva and Florence, Kent State is one of Ohio’s leading public universities and a major educational, economic, and cultural resource far beyond the Northeast Ohio region it has served since 1910.

Kent State employs more than 10,700 employees including 2,700+ full and part-time faculty, 3,000+ staff members: 2,700+ full-time employees, 360+ part-time employees, and 5,000+ student employees. 

Our priorities are to attract, motivate, develop, and retain talented individuals in a positive, diverse, healthy, and safe work environment. Including supporting individuals in a leadership program to develop and promote a culture of excellence for faculty and staff through the use of self-awareness, learning agility and emotional intelligence.

Division of Enrollment Management

We are deeply committed to transforming students’ lives through access, engagement and  success while working creatively and diligently to attain optimal enrollment to support the academic mission of the institution. Enrollment Management units will work with our colleagues to achieve cohesive, supportive, and seamless navigation for students from the date of first inquiry through graduation and beyond. We strive to become the most innovative, strategic, and visionary enrollment management team in the state  and the nation.

We are committed to respect, inclusion, and compassion with our colleagues and the people we serve. Our service culture is demonstrated through honoring the diversity of each unique individual and situation. We are committed to displaying a high standard of personal and professional ethics.

Office of Admissions

Every member of the Admissions team serves a purpose. We provide support to students and families as they explore Kent State and work their way through the recruitment and application process. Our focus is to help students pursue their passion and purpose.

Leadership & Position Summary

Responsible for the leadership, oversight, planning, development, and management of the Office of Admissions and all of its functions. Reports to Vice President for Enrollment Management.

Works in collaboration with the Vice President for Enrollment Management, deans, faculty, and staff to implement, and promote a yearly admissions plan that will achieve ambitious university enrollment goals.  Strengthens and refines the university's marketing, recruitment, and outreach to prospective undergraduate and graduate students, expanding the university's ability to attract, select and enroll an increasingly talented and diverse student body. Coordinates the design and implementation of consistent communication through the admissions process and throughout enrollment.

Stay current with issues and policies pertaining to the achievement of a diverse student body and play a leadership role in assisting the university in reaching its diversity goals. Work collaboratively and strategically with other units within the Division of Enrollment Management, particularly with the Office of Student Financial Aid; enhance working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Administer academic policy and university regulations that govern the process of recruitment and enrollment of students. Lead a transparent and forward-looking budgeting process that projects clear outcomes for expenditures and evaluates achievements in the context of an environment in which strategic use of resources is important.

Provide regular reports, data analyses, and evaluation tools to the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the colleges, the division, and other designated persons/units. Further a data-informed culture to shape strategic directions and make appropriate adjustments to an integrated admissions plan; regularly reassess accuracy and effectiveness of recruitment activities and make appropriate adjustments so as to lead an effort that is proactive, strategic, and responsive to the changing needs of students.

Provide supervision of unclassified and classified staff; oversee personnel administration and professional development. Serve on university, division, and department committees as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in a related field. Seven years' experience in the management of admissions operations within higher education. 

Have knowledge of enrollment management, integrated systems and software (i.e., CRM software and MS Office Suite), budgeting, strategic planning, student recruitment and retention strategies, and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act

Skill In: Providing leadership and direction. Verbal, written and interpersonal communication, analysis, problem solving and project management and the ability to work closely with and demonstrate sensitivity to individuals with diverse backgrounds.

Key Information

Pay Rate: Based on extensive benchmarking data, the  Associate Vice President position is mapped to a paygrade 12, with a target hiring range of $105,070-$144,882. The exact base salary for the selected candidate will be negotiable, commensurate with education and experience, and competitive in the field within the context of similarly situated positions at public universities nationally. 

In addition to a competitive approach to salary, Kent State is proud to offer a comprehensive benefit program for you and your family as a part of your total compensation package. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. You may review our Benefits in Brief for a comprehensive overview of what is offered, additional information is available at https://www.kent.edu/hr/benefits.

• Job Open Date: 3/01/2022
• Posting Close Date: For full consideration, please apply by May 13, 2022
• Planning Unit: Enrollment Management

The Division of Enrollment Management serves students and their families through the offices of Admissions, University Scholarships and Financial Aid, One-Stop, University Registrar, and Enrollment Management Operations. We provide leadership and expertise through a strategic enrollment management approach that seeks to serve current and prospective students by providing high-quality service through personal connections, technology, and streamlined business processes throughout the student life cycle, from recruitment through graduation.

We are deeply committed to transforming student’s lives through access, engagement and success while working creatively and diligently to attain optimal enrollment to support the academic mission of the institution.  Enrollment Management units will work with our colleagues to achieve cohesive, supportive and seamless navigation for students from the date of first inquiry through graduation and beyond.  We strive to become the most innovative, strategic and visionary enrollment management team in the state and the nation.

• Work Schedule: Hours vary
  • Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. -5 p.m.
  • Some early mornings, evenings, and weekends
  • Travel may be required
• Campus: Kent
• Expected hours worked per week: 40+
• Expected duration of assignment: Ongoing

Diversity Statement

Kent State University is committed to being an inclusive and equitable place for all who live, work and study here. The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion created an interactive diversity dashboard that provides a detailed breakdown of our community.

The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is the leader of Kent State community’s efforts to increase diverse representation, create and sustain equality of opportunity and intentionally foster an inclusive and equitable environment. We envision a Kent State that empowers individuals, expands opportunities, and meaningfully honors all voices. Our purpose is to cultivate a safe, diverse community and harness its power for change.

Kent State University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.