Asst Dean Stud Succ/Enrol Mgmt

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 13 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00265PO24
Job Family Enrollment Management
Job Function Enrollment Management
USC Market Title Assistant Dean, Enrollment Management
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132611
Job Level E0 - Directors and Executives
Business Title (Internal Title) Asst Dean Stud Succ/Enrol Mgmt
Campus Sumter
Work County Sumter
College/Division USC Sumter College/Division Level
Department USC Sumter - Palmetto College
State Pay Band Unclassified
Approved Starting Salary $87,231
Advertised Salary Range 87,231 - 95,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Student Services


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The University of South Carolina Sumter is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Dean of Student Success and Enrollment Management. USC Sumter is one of four Palmetto College regional campuses with the University of South Carolina and serves a five-county area in central South Carolina. USC Sumter delivers courses, degrees, and services that enhance employment and cultural opportunities through the efforts of a faculty committed to high-quality teaching, scholarship, and service.
The Assistant Dean of Student Success and Enrollment Management is required to provide leadership in the development of a holistic student support model that is adopted across campus, while creatively expanding the outreach and recruitment activities that are integral to the continued evolution and implementation of a Strategic Enrollment Management Plan. This includes an appreciation for the shifting dynamics of today’s traditional and nontraditional student population. This also requires an understanding of how to attract students within these populations to the College, including those who prefer to enroll only in online offerings.
The Assistant Dean will oversee activities, programs, and initiatives designed to attract and enroll a diverse prospective applicant pool. The Assistant Dean will also ensure that sufficient programs and support are developed and offered to improve student success.
The Assistant Dean is responsible for the leadership of multiple staff and departments and must be able to work collaboratively with all areas of the College.
The Assistant Dean of Student Success and Enrollment Management reports to the Palmetto College Campus Dean of USC Sumter.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of experience including some prior management experience.
Substantial record (7+ years) of progressively responsible leadership that includes senior-level managerial experience in enrollment management, financial aid and/or academic advising and student success.
Demonstrable commitment to growth.
Proven ability to develop and foster good relationships with both internal campus stakeholders as well as external audiences such as local, state, and national agencies.
Knowledge and practical use of policies and procedures related to enrollment management, financial aid, academic advising and student support.
An understanding ability to lead adoption in the use of CRM technology for both admissions and student and academic support.
Preferred Qualifications
Earned doctorate from an accredited university.
Five (5) or more years of enrollment management leadership and supervision.
Evidence of leading change within an institution of high education.
Understanding and success with business development.
Understanding of effective marketing strategies and campaigns within higher education.
Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills.
Demonstrated ability to design data-informed, comprehensive outreach / recruitment strategies as well as efficient internal enrollment processes.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Initiative and excellent time management skills. Ability to work with diverse student populations and maintain strict confidentiality related to student data. A high degree of self-motivation. Ability to function productively and independently. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish positive working relationships with diverse sectors of the Campus community. Strong management and planning skills as well as a high degree of attention to detail.
Language skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from students, prospective students, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. 
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively present information to administration public groups, and/or board of directors.
Mathematical skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportion to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient with the use of internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Create and oversee a model for Student Success that establishes a shared and holistic support structure for students throughout their journey at USC Sumter. Oversee the academic support services offered to students. Coordinate the new and current student advising and registration process to ensure students receive proper guidance and support as they progress through the academic program of study. Develop the strategies and tactics to guide the registration process to maximize enrollment of students each term.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Develop short and long-term enrollment plans and implement requisite recruitment and enrollment management strategies to enable the College to sustain feasible growth in enrollment. Analyze and track enrollment patterns, modifying tactics as necessary to ensure enrollment targets are met. Develop and utilize assessment tools to measure effectiveness of recruitment activities. Oversee the Admissions team to ensure the plan is executed appropriately and that goals and benchmarks are established and met or exceeded throughout each year.
Collaborate with Associate Dean to lead and support Dual Enrollment Programs, ensuring robust course offerings, tactfully execute recruitment transition as students prepare college search.
Support Associate Dean, ensuring proper advisement for students enrolled in bachelor-level online programs offered through partner institutions and through Palmetto College.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Oversee the distribution of student aid and scholarships, ensuring federal and state rules and regulations are understood and applied appropriately for prospective, new and current students. Supervise the financial aid team.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Develop and measure student learning outcomes related to Admissions and Enrollment Services activities. Summarize and report on data findings. Utilize the data to improve admissions and enrollment processes and procedures, and increase student success outcomes.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Collaborate with campus marketing in the development of online and print publications as well as other marketing related materials.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Establish, grow and maintain relationships with key community partners that provide the campus with enrollment partnership opportunities.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Leverage technology to enhance engagement with prospective and current students, and provide proper administrative support with staff conducting daily duties.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 05/01/2024
Job Open Date 03/26/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166094
EEO Statement
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