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The University of Texas at Arlington Executive Director of Enrollment & Student Services in Arlington, Texas
Executive Director of Enrollment & Student Services
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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S05664P
Position Title Executive Director of Enrollment & Student Services
UTSystem Title Executive Director
Department CONHI Student Success Advising
Location Arlington
Job Family Executive/Administration
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Requires presence and leading select activities before/after standard work hours and occasional weekend events.
Requires some travel.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Lead the Office of Enrollment and Student Services including activities related to recruitment, enrollment, and student advisement for College of Nursing and Health Innovations (CONHI) students across all departments and programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership for the Office of Enrollment and Student Services (OESS) including direct supervision of the OESS Directors and Administrative Assistant to the OESS Executive Director.
Lead the OESS strategic plan implementation and evaluation. Coordinate, in collaboration with Department Chairs and Program Directors, the activities that grow, improve, and maintain CONHI academic programs.
Oversees special program contracts and establishment of new partnerships with Community Colleges and ISDs in collaboration with OESS Director of Recruitment and UTA Office of Legal Affairs.
Liaison between academic departments and CONHI.
Serves a resource and on matters related to policies and procedures.
Oversee graduate degree plans, course sequencing, and model degree plans.
Direct and monitor processes related to upper-division application and admission processes- pre-ranking, ranking, and post ranking.
Collaborate with the academic departments supervising admission, immunization, and non-academic appeals and concerns.
Oversee accuracy and updating of content on academic program webpages.
Collaborate with Office of First Year Courses to ensure degree alignment and student management.
Oversee and address escalated student issues regarding admission, enrollment, progression/retention, and graduation. Collaborates with other university units on student issues.
Coordinate responses to students from the Office of Student Conduct and academic non-progression student letters.
Reviews Maintains for academic programs and includes running reports and managing systems to report information.
Validates student progression and status letters.
Serve as a member of the CONHI Dean’s Council.
Represent CONHI at University committee/meetings regarding admission, progression, financial aid, enrollment management. Represent OESS in meetings with select external partners.
Engages in personal professional development to ensure best practices, innovation, and high-level services are provided.
Performs other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in education, counseling, student affairs or a related degree or eleven (11) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five (5) years of experience in student services.
Five (5) of experience in management or leadership role.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate degree in education, counseling, student affairs, or related degree.
Eight (8) or more year’s experience in leading a student services organization in higher education.
Five (5) 5 or more year’s experience serving as an advisor.
Three (3) or more year’s experience in advising nursing program and/or allied health.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Communication and negotiating skills.
Management & leadership skills.
Ability to evaluate processes and develop policies and procedures in regards to enrollment and advising.
Experience & understanding of curriculum & faculty role.
Ability to identify and access resources.
Ability for management of Fiscal planning, budget management, and reporting.
Ability to manage semester and annual reporting of admissions and graduation data.
Ability to work collaboratively with university and departmental offices.
Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
*What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
*How many years of experience do you have in academic advising?
None/less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
4 to 6 years
7 years or more
*How many years of experience do you have in student services?
None/less than 2 years
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
*How many years of experience do you have in management/leadership role (Inclusive of fiscal responsibilities)?
None/less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 4 years
5 years or more
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Transcripts
Optional Documents