"Director of Strategic Enrollment Management Planning"

Position Purpose:

The Director of Strategic Enrollment Management provides strategic leadership and operational support to advance Oakland University's enrollment management goals. This position coordinates cross-functional initiatives across Undergraduate Admissions, Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, Pre-College Programs and the Office New Student Programs while leading data-driven projects that optimize enrollment processes and enhance student success. The Director serves as a key partner to the Vice President, managing university-wide strategic enrollment initiatives and providing executive support to implement the University's Strategic Enrollment Management 2.0 plan.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in higher education administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in enrollment management, student services, or related higher education administration.
• Demonstrated experience with data analysis, reporting, and database management.
• Experience in project management, including managing multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Knowledge of federal financial aid regulations and institutional policy development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple departments or functional areas.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to the University by the University's insurance carrier.

If selected as a finalist, candidates will be asked to deliver a presentation on their approach to strategic enrollment management planning and bring a writing sample (such as a strategic report, policy brief, or project work) that demonstrates executive-level communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in strategic enrollment management planning
• Previous experience in a mid-sized public university environment
• Experience in a senior advisory or strategic planning role supporting executive leadership
• Grant writing and grant management experience
• Budget coordination and vendor contract experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
• Experience with change management and organizational transformation