Position Information Posting NumberSRGV8072 Working TitleDIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS FOR GRADUATE AND MEDICAL EDUCATION Number of Vacancies1 LocationEdinburg, Texas DepartmentGraduate Admissions & Enrollmt FTE1 FLSAExempt Scope of Job To provide leadership and direction for graduate and medical admissions and enrollment processes. Responsible for directing operational activities within the Office of Admissions for Graduate and Medical Education, including but not limited to admissions policies and procedures, credit evaluation, application processing and enrollment outreach efforts. Committed to Strategic Enrollment’s mission of achieving University enrollment goals for new and continuing graduate students by designing and implementing services and initiatives which facilitate a successful transition for new students and continuous enrollment for current students. Description of Duties + Provides direction and leadership to personnel involved in the processing and review, of graduate and medical admission applications for domestic and international prospective students. + Develops and oversees strategic plans for increasing enrollment across all graduate programs and assigned medical education programs. + Establishes, monitors and assesses reports on departmental and institution-level metrics and data in support of the University’s goals. + Develops, implements, and oversees robust, strategic, and multi-dimensional enrollment and retention planning and forecasting for graduate enrollment and medical education admissions. + Responsible for the strategic review, execution, and management of assigned graduate and medical education initiatives. + Conducts needs assessments, develops appropriate programs, and oversees the training of all stakeholders to ensure improvement on efficiency and effectiveness of all graduate and medical education admission functions. + Responsible for all assigned budgetary responsibilities of the department. + Designs and executes a system of internal controls to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and service-oriented approach of admissions, enrollment, and retention operations. + Collaborates with members of the marketing and recruitment team to ensure data informed strategies are effectively executed. + Reviews and establishes operating plans and policies in the designated areas of responsibility. + Maximizes use of resources to ensure high quality, student-centric approaches to graduate enrollment management and medical education admissions. + Develops, implements, and assesses new technology, oversees corresponding operations of admissions application software, such as Salesforce and ZAP Solutions and other operational advancements to support graduate and medical admissions and enrollment. + Continuously evaluates progress and quality of assigned areas and makes recommendations for improvements. + Responsible for overseeing, and participating in the hiring, training, and evaluation of assigned staff. + Compiles and submits reports as required by management, state, local, and federal regulatory agencies. + Assists all stakeholders with performing data analysis to support with high level decision making, informational strategies related to graduate and medical education enrollment, retention, and other graduate enrollment management objectives. + Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with academic units and other relevant offices within UTRGV . + Participates in various committees, professional training, industry conferences, and conventions. + Performs other duties as assigned. Supervision Received General supervision from assigned supervisor. Supervision Given Direct supervision of assigned staff. Required Education Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Preferred Education Master’s degree from an accredited university. Licenses/Certifications None. Required Experience Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in admissions and/or student recruitment office, or management in process oriented and/or service-oriented areas to include supervisory experience. Preferred Experience None. Equipment Use of standard office equipment. Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office environment; some travel and constant weekend work is required. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Other Knowledge of marketing, communications, and strategic planning; enrollment management; student recruitment and retention strategies. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with all components of the university and external constituents. Physical Capabilities N/A Employment CategoryFull-Time Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience Position Available Date02/14/2025 Grant Funded PositionNo If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Special Instructions to Applicants Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Social Security Number Gender Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu. Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development . Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46037 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you a current UTRGV employee? + Yes + No + * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions? + Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions + Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions + No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions + * Please select your highest level of completed education. + 6th grade education + 10th grade education + High School Diploma or GED + Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours + Bachelors Degree from an accredited university + Masters Degree from an accredited university + Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university + None of the above + * Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question) + * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for: + Less than 1 year + 1 year + 2 years + 3 years + 4 years + 5 years + 6 years + 7 years + 8 years + 9 years + 10 years + Over 10 years + * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume Optional Documents + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Certifications and Licenses + Training Certificates + Other Document + List of 3 References + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3 + Letter of Interest + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts + Additional Document