The University of Oklahoma
The
Office of Admissions & Recruitment (OAR)
works to bring in the next generation of Sooners. Our team operates from Norman as well as across the state, nation and world. We provide support to incoming domestic and international freshman transfer, and high school concurrent students as they navigate the college application and decision process. Additionally, we partner with faculty/staff, parents, counselors, and communities in providing resources to students interested in higher education. Our goal is to build a vibrant community with limitless potential by recruiting the most academically qualified students with a variety of educational, service, involvement and community experiences. We need someone who exhibits: Integrity:
Accountability for doing the right thing by exercising good judgment and honesty. Ability to create a safe environment for students and families and team members, including having emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Transparency, professionalism and thoughtfulness in communication. Care: Prioritization of creating the best experience possible for each person we encounter and at every step of the student experience. Providing service to others by being friendly, welcoming, and approachable. Commitment to collaboration and to being a team player with a positive attitude. Intentionality:
Strong work ethic and contribution to the excellence of the Division of Enrollment Management, OAR, and OU; self-motivation. Consistency in meeting deadlines and responding in a timely manner. Innovation:
Possession of a natural curiosity to learn and a continual pursuit of personal and professional growth in the field of college enrollment management. A focus on innovation, displaying an understanding of positive change and possessing a strong analytic ability. Efficiency by researching best practices, making creativity a priority. Scope
of
Position/Essential
Duties:
Oversees the efforts to identify, recruit, evaluate and enroll prospective students and directs daily operations.
Supervises two Orientation & Pre-College Programs Coordinators.
Manages budget and staff, including hiring, firing, training, conducting performance appraisals, disciplining, delegating tasks, overseeing work, and development.
Collaborates with the Orientation & Pre-College Programs Manager to define strategic priorities for orientation and pre-college
programs.
Creates and maintains planning systems that coordinate timelines, communications, and resources across departments.
Implements project management practices to monitor progress, assess outcomes, and ensure accountability.
Supports the onboarding and enrollment of freshmen, transfer, and concurrent students by ensuring clear communication and effective program delivery.
Provides oversight and coordination of the student admissions process.
Partners with departments to develop and maintain an enrollment management system that aligns with Orientation programs for freshmen, transfer, and concurrent enrollment.
Assists with applying and monitoring academic policy and standards, as well as curriculum development to meet program and student needs.
Maintains accurate student administrative records.
Reads first year freshman and concurrent applications.
Assists in the development and coordination of concurrent recruitment programs.
Partners with academic colleges in recruitment initiatives and serves as a liaison for data sharing and strategic collaboration.
Builds and maintains relationships with high school counselors, students, administrators, alumni, and key stakeholders.
Presents information to prospective students and families about The University of Oklahoma, higher education, financial aid, and related topics.
Serves on committees and contributes to special projects.
Participates in professional development conferences and activities.
Performs additional duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Office of Admissions & Recruitment (OAR)
works to bring in the next generation of Sooners. Our team operates from Norman as well as across the state, nation and world. We provide support to incoming domestic and international freshman transfer, and high school concurrent students as they navigate the college application and decision process. Additionally, we partner with faculty/staff, parents, counselors, and communities in providing resources to students interested in higher education. Our goal is to build a vibrant community with limitless potential by recruiting the most academically qualified students with a variety of educational, service, involvement and community experiences. We need someone who exhibits: Integrity:
Accountability for doing the right thing by exercising good judgment and honesty. Ability to create a safe environment for students and families and team members, including having emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Transparency, professionalism and thoughtfulness in communication. Care: Prioritization of creating the best experience possible for each person we encounter and at every step of the student experience. Providing service to others by being friendly, welcoming, and approachable. Commitment to collaboration and to being a team player with a positive attitude. Intentionality:
Strong work ethic and contribution to the excellence of the Division of Enrollment Management, OAR, and OU; self-motivation. Consistency in meeting deadlines and responding in a timely manner. Innovation:
Possession of a natural curiosity to learn and a continual pursuit of personal and professional growth in the field of college enrollment management. A focus on innovation, displaying an understanding of positive change and possessing a strong analytic ability. Efficiency by researching best practices, making creativity a priority. Scope
of
Position/Essential
Duties:
Oversees the efforts to identify, recruit, evaluate and enroll prospective students and directs daily operations.
Supervises two Orientation & Pre-College Programs Coordinators.
Manages budget and staff, including hiring, firing, training, conducting performance appraisals, disciplining, delegating tasks, overseeing work, and development.
Collaborates with the Orientation & Pre-College Programs Manager to define strategic priorities for orientation and pre-college
programs.
Creates and maintains planning systems that coordinate timelines, communications, and resources across departments.
Implements project management practices to monitor progress, assess outcomes, and ensure accountability.
Supports the onboarding and enrollment of freshmen, transfer, and concurrent students by ensuring clear communication and effective program delivery.
Provides oversight and coordination of the student admissions process.
Partners with departments to develop and maintain an enrollment management system that aligns with Orientation programs for freshmen, transfer, and concurrent enrollment.
Assists with applying and monitoring academic policy and standards, as well as curriculum development to meet program and student needs.
Maintains accurate student administrative records.
Reads first year freshman and concurrent applications.
Assists in the development and coordination of concurrent recruitment programs.
Partners with academic colleges in recruitment initiatives and serves as a liaison for data sharing and strategic collaboration.
Builds and maintains relationships with high school counselors, students, administrators, alumni, and key stakeholders.
Presents information to prospective students and families about The University of Oklahoma, higher education, financial aid, and related topics.
Serves on committees and contributes to special projects.
Participates in professional development conferences and activities.
Performs additional duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position