"Director of Enrollment Management Imperial Valley"

Director of Enrollment Management Imperial Valley

Job No: 552804
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Locations: Southern California: San Diego - Imperial Valley
Categories: Bargaining Unit: MPP, Appointment Type: At-Will, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Education Support Professionals, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac): On-site (work in-person at business location)

Join Our Team as the Director of Enrollment Management at SDSU Imperial Valley!

The Enrollment Services team at San Diego State University (SDSU) plays a vital role in shaping the academic journey of every student, from their first point of interest through graduation. We're seeking an experienced and student-focused Director of Enrollment Management to lead recruitment, admissions, and registration operations at our SDSU Imperial Valley campus. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact by expanding access to higher education, enhancing enrollment processes, and supporting the success of students in one of California's most dynamic and diverse regions.

What You'll Do:

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services, with a dotted line to the Dean of the Imperial Valley Campus, the Director of Enrollment Management provides leadership and strategic direction for all enrollment operations at SDSU Imperial Valley.

As a key member of the Enrollment Services leadership team, you will:

• Lead and develop staff overseeing admissions, recruitment, and registrar operations at the Imperial Valley campus.
• Design and implement strategic recruitment plans that increase access and attract students from Imperial County and beyond.
• Collaborate with campus and community partners to promote SDSU-IV's academic programs and student opportunities.
• Oversee admissions operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in application processing, transcript review, and communication with applicants.
• Monitor enrollment trends and coordinate with academic leadership to align course availability with student demand.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to support enrollment goals.
• Represent SDSU-IV at community events, college fairs, and outreach programs, serving as an ambassador for the university's mission and values.

This position works closely with university leaders in San Diego and Imperial Valley to meet enrollment goals, streamline operations, and strengthen the university's connection to the local community.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Leadership: Shape the future of SDSU Imperial Valley by driving student access, recruitment, and enrollment success.
• Collaborative Culture: Partner with campus leaders, faculty, and staff in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
• Community Connection: Engage with schools, families, and community organizations to make higher education more accessible and inclusive.
• Professional Growth: Contribute to innovative initiatives in enrollment strategy and student success at a growing bi-national campus.

Position Information

• This is a full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
• Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU Imperial Valley with occasional travel to SDSU Main campus in San Diego.

Department Summary

Enrollment Services oversees and delivers a comprehensive range of student-facing functions... click here.

SDSU Imperial Valley... click here.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, enrollment management, and/or college admissions.
• Experience advising or counseling diverse, underrepresented, and first-generation students is highly desirable.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
• Experience managing staff and overseeing operations in a complex or collective bargaining environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and training programs.

Key Qualifications

• Strong leadership to manage a highly visible and critical unit in a service-oriented department.
• Ability to analyze data and evaluate enrollment trends to inform recruitment and admissions strategies.
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of organizational structures, university systems, and enrollment policies, preferably within the CSU or SDSU.
• Experience using student information systems, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office/Google applications preferred.
• Strong customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to travel and work evenings or weekends to support recruitment and outreach activities.
• Deep knowledge of Imperial County demographics and educational trends is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected hiring range for this position is $80,000-$96,000 annually. benefits package.

Supplemental Information
Apply by November 16, 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.