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Location

Aberdeen | United Kingdom

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Job description

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Institution

Institution Northern State University

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Posting Number

Posting Number NFE02249P

Department

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Posting Text

Northern State University is seeking a visionary and dynamic Chief Enrollment Officer to lead our enrollment management strategies and initiatives. The Chief Enrollment Officer will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Northern State University by developing and implementing comprehensive enrollment strategies to attract, retain, and graduate a talented student body.

Qualifications:
• A Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Business Administration,
Marketing, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in enrollment management
or related fields within higher education.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategic enrollment plans that
have resulted in increased student and underrepresented student enrollment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and leverage insights to inform
decision-making.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to
collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of best practices, emerging trends, and technologies in enrollment
management.

Responsibilities:
• Direct all aspects of the university’s admissions and enrollment efforts and unit budgets, and
leverage financial aid merit and need-based financial aid packages
• Lead the Enrollment Management Council in implementing Northern’s first comprehensive strategic
enrollment plan
• Provide leadership in the review and execution of the strategic enrollment plan, effectively collaborating with the
campus to implement strategies and provide regular updates on progress toward stated goals
utilizing clear metrics that indicate progress toward targeted outcomes
• Engage key campus units/individuals in developing a robust data analytics capacity and
maintain the timely capture, analysis, and reporting of enrollment data
• Efficiently and effectively manage prospects, leads, and applicants that maximize conversion
• Encompass team building, recruitment, training, mentoring, and coaching of internal and
territory recruiters
• Develop recruitment approaches for personas that represent traditional, non-traditional
transfer, and newly identified markets
• Provide support for recruiting, transition, and other campus events or programs ( HOWL , visit
days, non-official visits, etc.)
• Assess and develop recruitment strategies that align with institutional retention and
graduation goals utilizing data and best practices and leveraging technologies
Collaborate with the Director of Communications and Marketing to enhance brand identity,
awareness, and annual allocation of resources to grow enrollment
• Collaboratively work with Communications and Marketing to develop and oversee all
correspondence related to student recruitment, admissions, and enrollment, including
communications relative to print, email, telemarketing, multimedia, web, social and digital
media
• Strategize with deans, departments, and athletics to support and market admission initiatives
and provide expertise in the CRM system (Slate) and communication platforms

EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
• Masters degree in Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, Marketing or related field. A PhD is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
• Demonstrated experience and leadership in enrollment management
• Demonstrated exemplary oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in marketing management
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing budgets from various funding sources
• Strong record demonstrating a high degree of judgment, integrity, diplomacy, and
confidentiality

Posting Date

Posting Date 02/06/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

First Consideration Date

First Consideration Date 02/27/2024

Advertised Salary

Advertised Salary DOE

Duration of the Term

Duration of the Term 12 months

Appointment Percent

Appointment Percent 100

Work Hours

8-5

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40+

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Regular

Faculty Status

Faculty Status No

Scope of Search

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Setting: Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett

Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks staff who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Optional Documents

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455

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