Vice Chancellor

Position Summary :

Arkansas State University seeks a dynamic leader for the position of Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management (VCEM) to build on two consecutive years of record-breaking growth. The VCEM reports directly to Chancellor Todd Shields, serves as a member of the A-State executive cabinet, and is expected to work collaboratively across campus to implement innovative recruiting, financial aid and enrollment marketing strategies for the university. The successful candidate will lead Undergraduate Admissions, International Programs Recruitment, Concurrent Programs, Financial Aid and Scholarships, and Enrollment Marketing.

Duties & Responsibilities :

The individual chosen as VCEM will have a proven background and experience for fulfilling these responsibilities :

• The undergraduate admissions process, and training and development of a multifaceted staff with a significant drive to succeed
• The recruitment and retention of international students, and the ability to work with agents and programs in other countries
• Utilizing various types of marketing methods, brand development, audience segmentation, communication campaigns, and budget management, while working collaboratively with A-State’s Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
• Creating financial aid packages and the ability to project models that meet and exceed net revenue goals,
• The ability to make data-driven decisions combined with instincts and conviction to know in which direction to lead
• Partnering with other departments, such as Alumni Relations, to develop collaborative admissions initiatives

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

General Days / Hours :

Monday - Friday

8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

Additional hours as requested and / or needed

Regular and reliable attendance

Other : About A-State

Focusing on its mission to educate leaders, enhance intellectual growth and enrich lives, Arkansas State University meets the challenges of continuing as a destination university for more than 16,000 students through the combination of world-class research and a long tradition of student-friendly instruction. The second largest university in Arkansas, Arkansas State is a Carnegie Classified Doctoral University of High Research Activity with more than 130 degree areas of study, including a robust online program, and a student body from across the nation and around the world. A-State is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, and is home of the Red Wolves, a Bowl Championship Series Division I athletic program with numerous Sun Belt Conference titles across its 16 NCAA varsity sports. A-State also sponsors competitive sports like rugby, cheer and dance, and Esports, which have earned national or national runner-up titles in recent years

Minimum Qualifications :

An earned master’s degree in student affairs, educational leadership, or related field from a regionally accredited institution

Five to Seven years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in enrollment or advising services or related activities at a college or university comparable to Arkansas State University

Demonstrated experience with development and execution of a comprehensive marketing and enrollment strategy to recruit and enroll prospective students and retention of current students

To Apply :

Applicants should apply for this position by visiting AState.edu / Jobs. Material should include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae or resume, and a list of five references with complete contact information. The position will remain open until filled, with preference given to candidates who apply by March 7, 2025.