Academic Affairs, Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Budget Management, Business Administration, Certification Evaluation, Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Demographics, Economic Development, Educational Administration, Employee Retention, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Administration, Financial Aid, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Forecasting, Higher Education, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management Strategy, Marketing Communications Strategy, Military, Operations Management, Organizational Development/Management, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Predictive Modeling, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Project Tracking, Public Administration, Recruiting Strategy, Registrar, Regulations, Resource Management, Scholarship, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), State Laws and Regulations, Stewardship, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Student Admissions, Student Financial Services, Sustainability, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Writing Skills
Position Summary
StrataTech Education Group seeks an innovative, strategic, and student-centered leader to serve as Senior Vice President of Enrollment Services. Reporting directly to the President and serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Senior Vice President provides vision, leadership, and oversight for all enrollment-related functions within StrataTech Education Group.
The Senior Vice President of Enrollment Services is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive enrollment management strategies that support institutional growth, student access, retention, completion, and overall student success. This executive leader oversees admissions, recruitment, financial aid, registration and records, enrollment communications, and related student enrollment operations. The successful candidate will utilize data-informed decision-making, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership to advance the institution's mission and enrollment objectives.
About StrataTech Education Group
StrataTech Education Group is a dynamic post-secondary institution committed to providing accessible, high-quality education that prepares students for academic achievement, workforce success, and lifelong learning. Through innovative programs, community partnerships, and a student-centered approach, the institution serves a diverse population of learners and contributes to regional economic and workforce development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic Enrollment Management
- Develop, implement, and continuously assess a comprehensive Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) plan aligned with institutional goals and workforce needs.
- Establish enrollment, retention, persistence, and completion targets and monitor progress toward achievement.
- Analyze demographic, enrollment, labor market, and higher education trends to identify opportunities and challenges.
- Provide enrollment forecasting, analysis, and strategic recommendations to the President, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Trustees.
- Lead institution-wide initiatives designed to improve student access, enrollment growth, and student success outcomes.
Admissions and Recruitment
- Direct all admissions and student recruitment operations.
- Develop innovative recruitment strategies for traditional, adult, online, transfer, dual-enrollment, military-affiliated, and underrepresented student populations.
- Build and maintain partnerships with K-12 schools, community organizations, employers, workforce development agencies, and transfer institutions.
- Oversee enrollment marketing and communication strategies that support prospective student engagement and conversion.
Financial Aid Administration
- Provide executive leadership and oversight for financial aid operations.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and institutional regulations.
- Support student access and affordability through effective financial aid and scholarship strategies.
- Monitor financial aid performance and compliance metrics.
Registration and Student Records
- Oversee registrar functions, including registration, academic records, transfer credit evaluation, graduation certification, and enrollment reporting.
- Ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and accuracy of student records.
- Promote efficient, student-focused enrollment and registration processes.
Student Retention and Success
- Collaborate with Academic Affairs and Student Affairs leadership to improve student retention, persistence, and completion rates.
- Utilize data analytics and predictive modeling to identify barriers to student success and implement evidence-based interventions.
- Support institutional efforts to improve equitable student outcomes.
Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness
- Provide leadership, supervision, and professional development for Enrollment Services personnel.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and exceptional customer service.
- Lead organizational change initiatives and continuous process improvement efforts.
- Represent Enrollment Services at institutional, community, state, and national meetings and events.
Budget and Resource Management
- Develop and manage Enrollment Services budgets.
- Evaluate resource allocation and investment effectiveness to maximize enrollment outcomes.
- Ensure responsible stewardship of institutional resources.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited institution in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, Public Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in enrollment management, admissions, financial aid, student services, or related post-secondary education functions.
- Demonstrated success in strategic enrollment planning, student recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives.
- Experience supervising professional staff and managing complex organizational operations.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing admissions, financial aid, student records, and higher education compliance.
- Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Earned doctorate in Higher Education Leadership, Educational Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience serving in a senior enrollment management role at a community college, technical college, or university.
- Experience with Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) planning and implementation.
- Knowledge of customer relationship management (CRM) systems, student information systems (SIS), and enrollment analytics tools.
- Experience supporting workforce development, transfer pathways, dual-enrollment programs, and adult learner initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of enrollment management principles and best practices in post-secondary education.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that achieve measurable enrollment outcomes.
- Strong financial management and budget oversight skills.
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable strategies.
- Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and relationship-building abilities.
- Commitment to fostering a culture of student success, access, and inclusion.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Why Join StrataTech Education Group
The Senior Vice President of Enrollment Services will have the opportunity to shape the future of StrataTech Education Group by leading initiatives that expand educational access, improve student success, and strengthen institutional sustainability. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated educators and leaders committed to transforming lives through post-secondary education.