VP Enrollment Management & Student Affairs

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Dallas, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton , the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
Classification Title Vice President
Posting Title VP Enrollment Management & Student Affairs
Department DAL-Student Aff & Enrollment Mgmt-521000
Job Location Dallas
Retirement Eligibility ORP Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Department Summary
The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) invites applications for the position of Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs.
Established as an independent university in 2010, UNT Dallas is the fastest-growing public university in Texas, the only public, 4-year university in the City of Dallas and the most affordable 4-year university in Dallas-Fort Worth. UNT Dallas’ main campus is located in southern Dallas County. UNT Dallas also includes the UNT Dallas College of Law in Downtown Dallas and is part of the University of North Texas System. The university is committed to creating pathways to socioeconomic mobility through education and community connectedness and top priorities are student access and affordability. UNT Dallas reflects the local community with a student body that is 85% minority and majority first generation college students.
Salary Information Commensurate with experience
Position Summary
The Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs reports directly to the President. This position is a Cabinet level position. The VPEMSA works cooperatively and extensively with the other areas across the university. The VPEMSA will lead the development of goals and objectives for enrollment management and student experiences consistent with the university’s overall planning. The VPEMSA will provide a strategic view of campus-wide linkages for potential program enhancement and development as well as cost savings and improved resource utilization. The VPEMSA currently oversees the offices of Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate Admission, Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, Registrar, and Student Affairs Division.
This position is responsible for the development and assessment of co-curricular programs/services designed to advance student success including, counseling, student activities, residential living and learning, students’ rights, and responsibilities (student conduct), Title IX, student organizations, new student programs, veteran student services, career services and disability services.
The VPEMSA serves as chief student advocate, updating the campus community on trends related to student rights and responsibilities. The VPEMSA will also participate in the development and dissemination of polices on student behavior and civility in an environment where student social justice principles are critical.
This position is responsible for a comprehensive enrollment management plan and annual report to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
The VPEMSA will ensure the university follows all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to Title IX, Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, and The Higher Education Act.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in higher education administration or related field and 10 years of experience in enrollment management with at least five of those years in a leadership role.
* Demonstrated successful experience in developing, evaluating and improving recruitment, enrollment and marketing strategies from a data driven perspective.
* Proven success in planning, implementing and improving a comprehensive enrollment management plan for post-secondary educational institutions
* Thorough knowledge of the research behind and use of core concepts and strategies associated with enrollment management
* Knowledge of data analysis and analytical tools necessary to support strategic enrollment management
* Outstanding oral and written communication, collaboration, and consensus building skills
* Ability to integrate external and internal environmental factors into effective enrollment planning/ and service delivery
* Experience working in a culturally diverse environment.
Preferred Qualifications
The Preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
  • Experience with collegiate student retention efforts. ·
  • Experience collaborating with academic affairs professionals in enrollment management strategies.
  • Experience recruiting and retaining students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Outstanding supervisory skills.
  • A terminal degree preferred (Ph.D., Ed.D., JD, or equivalent); Masters accepted. ·
  • Thorough knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
  • Thorough knowledge of CAS Standards ·
  • Obtain certification as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator upon employment. ·
  • Experience with student service fee management. ·
  • Experience with mentoring programs for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
  • Evidence of a commitment to professional development for self and staff members is necessary.
  • General working knowledge of legal and policy issues impacting the work of student affairs professionals including but not limited to ADA, Title IX, and constitutional issues.
  • Experience with budget management. ·
  • Ability to plan and conceptualize and make sound, ethical business decisions.
  • Strong supervisory skills.
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Strong critical thinking skills. ·
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to work some nights and weekends. ·
  • Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Physical Requirements Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Security Sensitive This is a security senstive position
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Driving University Vehicle No
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, with occasional nights and weekends.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number E107P
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/69858
Position End Date (if temporary)


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