Director of Engagement, Undergraduate Admissions & Student Success
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Job Location:
Boca Raton, FL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 85000 - 90000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director of Engagement Undergraduate Admissions & Student Success. - Boca Raton FL.
The Director of Engagement and Student Success is responsible for building strengthening and managing strategic partnerships and external relationships that support the enrollment retention and graduation of undergraduate students. This role serves as a key liaison across the university and other related stakeholders. The Director will design implement and evaluate initiatives that enhance student enrollment engagement and professional development while advancing the institutions mission and reputation.
Summary of responsibilities:
Lead and direct admissions visit programs to enhance visitor engagement tour guide development and yield of new students
Develop strategic initiatives related to marketing messaging inbound calls and AI tools that heighten the experience potential students have with the Office of Admissions.
Represent the university at external events meetings and professional organizations to strengthen visibility and impact.
Collaborate with academic and student affairs leaders to integrate external partnerships into student success programming.
Design and oversee retention initiatives that connect students with experiential learning career development and/or mentoring.
Supervise professional and/or student staff as assigned.
Prepare reports presentations and data analysis for senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students staff and faculty FAU offers:
Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family) Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave 1 personal day 9 paid holidays and paid winter break (at Presidents discretion).
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
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Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelors degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience; or a masters degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required.Demonstrated success in hitting enrollment targets.
Ability to communicate results to various audiences consistently and effectively.
Experience in an academic environment committed to the highest standards of academic quality.
Exceptional interpersonal communication customer service analytical and problem solving skills.
Strong data analysis skills; proficiency with variety of data systems CRMs and social media platforms.
A minimum of six (6) years of experience in higher education admissions/enrollment including in a supervisory role.
Strong communication skills leadership and mentoring skills organizational skills and attention to detail conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues faculty administrators and external constituents and to convey the value of a residential liberal arts and sciences education.
Salary:
$85000 - $90000 per year.College or Department:
Undergraduate AdmissionsLocation:
Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Occasional evenings and weekends required.Application Deadline:
Special Instructions to Applicant:
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation if applicable sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II) motor vehicle check credit check reference checks alcohol and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at or send an email at To contact Human Resources please call . For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is a student-centered public research university committed to empowering students who want to make a difference.
