Arkansas Tech
Vice President of Enrollment Management
Arkansas Tech, Russellville, Arkansas, United States, 72802
Vice President of Enrollment Management
Application Deadline:
September 26, 2025
Salary:
$160,000 - 170,000
About Arkansas Tech:
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor's School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
Position Summary:
As a key member of the executive management team, the vice president of enrollment management (VPEM) will report to the president and assume a strategic role in the overall management of the university. The VPEM directly participates in institutional planning and decision-making as a member of the President's Executive Council and provides strategic leadership and direction to the University, directly and indirectly, in all facets of institutional initiatives related to student enrollment management.
The VPEM has direct responsibility for admissions, recruiting, financial aid, and marketing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Creates, assesses, updates, and implements a strategic enrollment plan that is data-informed and aligns with the mission and vision of the university.
Defines enrollment management objectives and ensures they align with the mission and vision of ATU.
Collaborates with the enrollment management team to design and execute a comprehensive recruitment and retention plan.
Participates, as appropriate, in state-wide activities pertaining to enrollment management and represents the President, as requested.
Collaborates with ATU-Ozark and ATU-Career Center leadership on policy, decision-making, and recruitment/retention efforts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across campus, as well as in the community.
Possess and convey a positive, motivational, and inspirational attitude for the team.
Lead by example and maintain the division's collaborative culture and work ethic by providing a caring and supportive environment.
Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize.
Lead and actively manage staff in the execution of goals by creating a supportive and collaborative environment for success and professional development.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and knowledge of campus computer software used for student information and other administrative systems.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration (or related field) from an accredited university.
At least ten years of experience in higher education, with significant levels of direct supervision of others and teams.
Experience in recruitment and admissions as it relates to an undergraduate student population.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate in higher education, business, or related field.
Experience across a range of student populations, including first-generation, transfer, international, and adult learners.
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:
Primarily located on the Russellville campus but travel required.
Office setting, minimal physical demand.
Some evening and weekend work is required to effectively administer services and programs and assist the campus community.
Expected attendance at campus-wide activities (such as graduation).
What to Submit:
Resume.
Cover Letter.
Five Professional References.
To be considered for the position of
Vice President of Enrollment Management , all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on
September 26, 2025
,
before 6:00 pm central time.
Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=1&c=atu to apply now.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Application Deadline:
September 26, 2025
Salary:
$160,000 - 170,000
About Arkansas Tech:
Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor's School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.
Position Summary:
As a key member of the executive management team, the vice president of enrollment management (VPEM) will report to the president and assume a strategic role in the overall management of the university. The VPEM directly participates in institutional planning and decision-making as a member of the President's Executive Council and provides strategic leadership and direction to the University, directly and indirectly, in all facets of institutional initiatives related to student enrollment management.
The VPEM has direct responsibility for admissions, recruiting, financial aid, and marketing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Creates, assesses, updates, and implements a strategic enrollment plan that is data-informed and aligns with the mission and vision of the university.
Defines enrollment management objectives and ensures they align with the mission and vision of ATU.
Collaborates with the enrollment management team to design and execute a comprehensive recruitment and retention plan.
Participates, as appropriate, in state-wide activities pertaining to enrollment management and represents the President, as requested.
Collaborates with ATU-Ozark and ATU-Career Center leadership on policy, decision-making, and recruitment/retention efforts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across campus, as well as in the community.
Possess and convey a positive, motivational, and inspirational attitude for the team.
Lead by example and maintain the division's collaborative culture and work ethic by providing a caring and supportive environment.
Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented and have the ability to prioritize.
Lead and actively manage staff in the execution of goals by creating a supportive and collaborative environment for success and professional development.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and knowledge of campus computer software used for student information and other administrative systems.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration (or related field) from an accredited university.
At least ten years of experience in higher education, with significant levels of direct supervision of others and teams.
Experience in recruitment and admissions as it relates to an undergraduate student population.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctorate in higher education, business, or related field.
Experience across a range of student populations, including first-generation, transfer, international, and adult learners.
Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:
Primarily located on the Russellville campus but travel required.
Office setting, minimal physical demand.
Some evening and weekend work is required to effectively administer services and programs and assist the campus community.
Expected attendance at campus-wide activities (such as graduation).
What to Submit:
Resume.
Cover Letter.
Five Professional References.
To be considered for the position of
Vice President of Enrollment Management , all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on
September 26, 2025
,
before 6:00 pm central time.
Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=1&c=atu to apply now.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.