WVU Medicine

(On-site) Assistant Vice President of Enrollment & Admissions - Enrollment Management

WVU Medicine • $100K — $130K *
Morgantown, WV 26505In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
  • Minimum of ten years of experience in undergraduate recruitment and admissions operations.
  • Proven executive leadership in a higher education setting.
  • Expertise in admissions technology and automated reporting.
  • Strong collaborative skills for building cross-functional partnerships.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership for undergraduate recruitment strategy and market expansion.
  • Utilize analytics to optimize the student application pipeline and enrollment forecasts.
  • Drive partnerships to enhance transfer student enrollment and success.
  • Streamline admissions operations through technology and automation.
  • Oversee the transition and experience for incoming students from prospect to enrollment.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Access to diverse educational resources and programs.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Engagement in strategic decision-making at the executive level.
  • Participation in campus-wide initiatives and partnerships.
Full Job Description
Description

The Department of Admissions and Recruitment within the Division of Enrollment Management at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Vice President of Enrollment and Admissions.

About the Opportunity

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Enrollment Management and Admissions provides executive leadership, vision, and operational oversight for all undergraduate admissions functions at West Virginia University. Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the AVP serves as a key member of the Enrollment Management Executive Leadership Team and oversees a robust departmental structure, with the Executive Director for Recruitment, the Executive Director for Student Experience, and the Executive Director for Admissions Operations & Systems reporting directly to this role. The AVP is responsible for advancing campus-wide recruitment strategy, admissions operations, and student pipeline initiatives, leading comprehensive outreach for first-year, transfer, international, and online populations in alignment with institutional goals.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership & Enrollment Outcomes

  • Provide executive leadership for the University's undergraduate recruitment enterprise, directing a comprehensive strategy to expand market share and optimize the student pipeline.
  • Utilize analytics, forecasting, and market intelligence to shape the application funnel, strengthen conversion outcomes, and guide long-term enrollment planning.
  • Lead strategies for key populations, including identifying new opportunities for enrollment growth, supporting WVU's in-state access mission, and expanding strategic global pipelines.
  • Drive the growth and stability of the transfer ecosystem by cultivating community college partnerships and elevating Pathway Programs to increase transfer student enrollment yield and success.
  • Provide executive oversight and supervision for admissions, leadership and professional staff, ensuring clear goals, operational excellence, and a culture of accountability.


Admissions Operations & Application Management

  • Set the strategic framework for streamlining the enrollment funnel, leveraging technology to automate workflows, segment populations, and enhance applicant communications.
  • Oversee application processing, evaluation workflows, and decision release for all student types, ensuring all pathways are efficient and provide actionable reporting.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, identifying ways to enhance the student application experience while maintaining strict compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements.
  • Align admissions operations with broader data governance, reporting standards, and institutional analytics needs.


Student Experience & Transition

  • Provide executive oversight and strategic direction for the holistic student journey, ensuring a seamless transition from initial prospect engagement through final enrollment.
  • Lead the vision for high-impact campus visit programs and recruitment events-including tours, open houses, and specialized off-campus engagements-to align with institutional branding and yield goals.
  • Direct the strategic alignment of New Student Orientation, overseeing the transition experience to ensure incoming students and families are successfully integrated into the university community.
  • Supervise and empower leadership responsible for visit and transition programs, providing the resources and KPI frameworks necessary to elevate the visitor experience.


Vendor Management & Strategic Partnerships

  • Serve as the primary executive liaison for external enrollment partners and service providers, ensuring all third-party integrations align with university strategic priorities.
  • Oversee the selection, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of critical vendor relationships including College Board (SAT), ACT, Encoura, Common Application, EAB, etc.
  • Direct the strategic acquisition and oversee licensing of student names and data from testing and search agencies to expand the university's global recruitment reach.


Collaboration & Campus Partnerships

  • Build and maintain executive-level partnerships with Academic Colleges, Student Life, Academic Affairs, and the Foundation to align recruitment efforts with academic capacity.
  • Coordinate enrollment strategies with academic onboarding processes and student success initiatives.
  • Partner with Strategic Communications & Marketing to drive the deployment of data-driven marketing and yield strategies designed to achieve long-term brand objectives.
  • Participate in cross-campus planning committees to integrate recruitment strategy into long-range academic and institutional planning.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of extensive experience involving undergraduate recruitment including first-year, transfer, and international, admissions operations, and executive leadership within a higher education setting.
  • Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
  • All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Proven ability to lead a high-performing recruitment organization and set strategic frameworks for enrollment growth.
  • Advanced understanding of admissions technology and the ability to leverage automated workflows and actionable reporting.
  • Expertise in vendor contract negotiation and the strategic licensing of domestic and international student data.
  • Strong collaborative skills to build partnerships across academic and administrative units.

About WVU Medicine

West Virginia University Health System is a non-profit organization that offers a full range of healthcare services.

WVU Medicine Careers

There has never been a better time to explore the diverse job opportunities at WVU Medicine, the premier destination for top-tier healthcare professionals. As the largest healthcare provider in West Virginia, WVU Medicine is at the forefront of medical innovation and patient care.

Work You’ll Do

Join WVU Medicine’s esteemed team to assist in transforming healthcare across the region. This is an opportunity to be part of a culture that values growth, leadership, and professional development. Engage in meaningful work that makes a difference, leveraging the latest in medical technology and practices. WVU Medicine positions itself uniquely at the nexus of patient care, research, and education, making it a pivotal platform for career advancement in the healthcare industry.

WVU Medicine Job Opportunities

The team is actively building a robust employment infrastructure to support some of the most well-known communities in healthcare. WVU Medicine offers a variety of positions, from clinical roles to administrative support, ensuring a fit for a wide range of skills and interests.

Innovate and Lead

At WVU Medicine, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's a practical part of daily operations. The company is home to a dynamic team of over 20,000 dedicated professionals who bring groundbreaking medical treatments and technologies to life.

Cultivate Your Career

WVU Medicine is committed to fostering a workplace where every team member can thrive. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and numerous channels for professional growth through leadership development programs and internships.

Explore WVU Medicine

From implementing advanced electronic medical records to enhancing patient care protocols, WVU Medicine is a leader in healthcare innovation. The company’s commitment to excellence is evident in its proactive approach to healthcare challenges and its continuous pursuit of improvement.

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