Director of Enrollment Services
Ivy Tech Community College · South Bend, IN · 3 mo ago
Education$60k–$63k/yrFull-time
Major Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive enrollment operations strategies aligned with institutional growth, access, and retention goals.
- Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the onboarding, enrollment, and transition of dual credit and early college students.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive matriculation strategy for dual credit and early college students.
- Establish measurable enrollment targets and performance benchmarks.
- Use enrollment data, trends, and forecasting models to inform decision-making and resource allocation.
- Identify systemic enrollment barriers and implement scalable process improvements.
- Manage and respond to student escalations by assessing concerns, coordinating with relevant departments, and implementing timely solutions to resolve issues while maintaining a positive, student-centered experience.
Enrollment Operations & Case Management Oversight
- Oversee structured outreach workflows for newly admitted students to ensure timely completion of enrollment milestones.
- Ensure service standards for caseload management, documentation, and CRM usage are consistently followed.
- Monitor enrollment pipeline progression from admission through census.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and student yield.
- Collaborate with institutional partners to strengthen and manage dual credit, early college, and K–14 enrollment operations.
Assessment & Academic Readiness Operations
- Ensure assessment processes align with institutional policy and state requirements.
- Oversee application of assessment waivers, placement procedures, and documentation standards.
- Partner with Academic Affairs to ensure placement results are seamlessly integrated with advising strategies and student support services.
Financial Aid & Business Office Collaboration
- Provide leadership-level coordination with Financial Aid and Business Office teams to minimize enrollment barriers.
- Monitor trends in FAFSA completion, verification delays, account holds, and payment plan participation.
- Establish clear referral, escalation, and communication protocols between departments.
Office Operations, Events & Outreach
- Oversee front desk operations, customer service standards, and daily service flow.
- Direct staffing and logistics for enrollment events, orientations, and campus-wide initiatives.
- Support dual credit, early college, and K–14 enrollment operations in coordination with institutional partners.
Compliance, Equity & Institutional Engagement
- Ensure all enrollment operations comply with FERPA, accreditation standards, and state/federal regulations.
- Participate in executive planning, commencement, and major institutional events.
- Perform additional duties assigned in support of institutional effectiveness.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required and Master’s degree preferred in higher education administration, business administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in enrollment management, admissions, registrar services, or student services.
- Demonstrated experience managing operational workflows and cross-functional teams.
- Strong administrative, analytical, and technology skills (CRM systems).
- Ability to exercise independent judgment related to institutional policies and regulatory requirements.
- Experience leading enrollment growth or retention initiatives.
Compensation
$59,500 - $62,500
Benefits
- Health & Wellness
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
- Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services