Cowley College · 15 hours ago
Vice President of Student Affairs
Arkansas City Main Campus - Arkansas City, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expCowley College is seeking a Vice President of Student Affairs to provide executive leadership, strategic planning, and administrative oversight for all operations and support functions in Student Enrollment & Success and Student Services. The role involves collaboration with various departments to enhance student success, retention, and enrollment management initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide vision, strategy, strategic leadership, and administrative oversight for all operational areas within Student Affairs, Enrollment Services and Student Services
Work cohesively with Vice President of Academic Affairs, Director of Student Enrollment & Success and other college constituents to develop and implement student success and enrollment management initiatives that attract and enroll incoming students, increase college retention, and graduation rates
Work collaboratively with the Vice President of Academic Affairs to develop academic and co-curricular initiatives that will advance institutional goals, marketing and recruitment strategies, enrollment growth priorities and best practices in comprehensive enrollment management
Oversee the development/operation of a college strategic enrollment management plan and ensure the goals of the plan are achieved through shared governance, best practices, and operations of the College
Study and analyze student needs and evaluate the effectiveness of services within the division and college to meet student needs, enrollment management plan goals and college mission in accordance with student affairs best practices, standards, and competencies
Work with division staff, administrators, and other college constituents to ensure compliance with college policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulatory guidelines
Develop policy, procedures, and practices that support effectiveness, efficiency and quality of programs and services within the division and across the college
Provides leadership and guidance for the recruitment and retention of students; actively recruits for the College and works to promote retention and student success
Assist in planning and organizing various on campus events with prospective high schools, counselors, and students to promote Cowley College
Develop and administer annual budgets for Student Affairs & Enrollment Management
Maximize efficiencies and effectiveness through appropriate data collection and analysis
Assist with cross-functional department activities incorporating consideration for broader organizational perspectives that contribute to student success
Work with Director of Marketing department to develop and implement an integrated marketing and communication plan to promote enrollment across all service areas
In collaboration with the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment efforts and scholarship programs, including social media, marketing, and other emerging technologies that enhance yield with potential students and their families
Supports College activities and special events through attendance and/or participation
Communicates an accurate image of the College to the public. Is a positive and active representative of the College and is available to address impromptu situations involving the College during non-traditional work hours
Maintains confidentiality of information exposed to in the course of business regarding students, supervisors or other employees
Performs all other duties necessary to accomplish the educational objectives of the College and/or as assigned by the President
Maintains an understanding of current ideas, research and practices pertaining to the areas of responsibility for this position, through continued study and participation in professional organizations
Maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees, vendors and/or any other representatives of external organizations
Comply with all College policies and procedures
Be constantly vigilant in efforts to improve procedures, practices, policies, and the day-to-day operation of the office
Assume all other related duties assigned by the President
Qualification
Required
Master's degree from an accredited institution required
Demonstrated experience with strategic enrollment plan development and execution
Five (5) years of significant progressively college leadership experience
Direct work experience in a combination of areas, such as: Admissions, Enrollment Management, Advising/Retention
Strong organizational skills, outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to create and promote a welcoming environment for students, staff, faculty and community members from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Demonstrated success with creation and/or implementation of Strategic Enrollment Management Plan
Demonstrated success in data analysis and experience with metric-informed strategic planning
Thorough understanding and experiences addressing practices regarding inclusivity, diversity, and equity
Background demonstrating cross-collaboration with executive leadership teams and college-wide colleagues
Knowledge of and commitment to the community college mission and purpose, teaching and learning, and student success
Depth of experience in MS Office Suite and integrated student information systems (SIS)
Working knowledge of current trends and best practices related to comprehensive enrollment management
Experience working with and intentionally serving a wide variety of students with diverse experiences and identities
Demonstrated record of successfully leading strategic initiatives for advancing student services to promote student satisfaction and retention
Knowledge of current developments and innovative enrollment management practices in community colleges and higher education
Ability to organize and prioritize work. Work well under deadline pressures
Excellent human relations skills. Ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds
Understanding of and commitment to quality improvement
Company
Cowley College
We invest in what matters most—your future.
501-1000 employees
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