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Job Description
Vice President for Enrollment Management Waynesburg University , in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates , invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Enrollment Management . This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and innovative enrollment leaderto join a mission-driven institution with a strong reputation for value, student success, and service. Reporting directly to the Presidentand providing leadership for the Admissions Office staff, Financial Aid, and Marketing, the Vice President for Enrollment Management willplay a pivotal role in shaping the University's enrollment future, leading undergraduate enrollment efforts while providing consultation andadvice to graduate enrollment initiatives. The Vice President will also develop and execute data-informed enrollment strategies that advanceinstitutional growth, student success, and mission fulfillment through visionary, strategic, and operational leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
StrategicLeadership Develop and implement a comprehensive enrollment management strategy aligned with institutional goals. Lead multi-year strategic enrollment planning, including new student, transfer, adult, and online markets. Utilize marketresearch and predictive analytics to inform recruitment strategies and territory management. Establish annual enrollment targetsand performance benchmarks. Conduct predictive analytics and statistical analysis of recruiting and enrollment trends, developmentof strategic enrollment plan, and implementation and evaluation of enrollment goals. Collaborate with Chief Financial Officer toalign discount strategy, scholarship modeling, and financial aid to meet enrollment goals. Provide regular enrollment forecasts andreports to senior leadership and others as required. Manage all enrollment related vendor-colleagues and their associatedcontracts. Recruitment & Admissions Oversee undergraduateoperations. Supervise recruitment staff, admissions counselors, and support personnel. Establish and/or strengthenrelationships with high schools, churches, community colleges, Christian schools, homeschool associations and other various recruitmentsources. Lead development of recruitment travel strategies, visit programs, and yield initiatives. Ensure excellence incampus visit experiences and prospective student engagement. Financial Aid Oversee undergraduate Financial Aid. Supervise financial aid staff. Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer toestablish annual discount goals. Marketing & Communications Lead theUniversity's enrollment marketing efforts. Supervise enrollment marketing personnel. Partner with University Relations todevelop institutional branding strategies and communications initiatives. Develop messaging that reflects both academic quality andUniversity mission. Evaluate effectiveness of digital advertising, CRM systems, and enrollment technologies. Data & Systems Oversight Oversee CRM utilization (Slate) data integrity, andenrollment reporting systems. Analyze enrollment funnel metrics (inquiries, applications, admits, deposits, yield). Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency. TeamLeadership & Culture Recruit, train, develop, and supervise enrollment staff. Promote professionaldevelopment and accountability. Foster a service-oriented enrollment culture. Encourage collaboration across theUniversity's academic and administrative functions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; master's degree in a relevant discipline (higher education administration, business, marketing, or relatedfield) preferred. Minimum of 5-7 years of achievement in supervising an enrollment management function within the higher educationlandscape. Extensive knowledge of strategies to grow enrollment. Valid driver's license.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated success in achieving enrollment growthtargets. Experience supervising professional staff and managing budgets. Strong analytical and strategic planningskills. Practical expertise in software packages and CRM technologies used to efficiently manage student information. Ability to develop Strategic Enrollment Plans (SEP). Proven ability to effectively work with a diverse student population. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office(Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.) Personal commitment to the Christian faith and ability to articulate support for theUniversity's mission.
About Waynesburg University:
Waynesburg University is a private, Christianuniversity with a longstanding reputation for delivering exceptional value, high-quality education, and meaningful student outcomes.
Consistently ranked among the nation's best value institutions, Waynesburg combines an affordable education with personalized attention,offering a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, an average class size of 15, and a commitment to ensuring access, with 100% of students receivingfinancial aid. The University's academic portfolio includes a variety of undergraduate majors and graduate and professional programs offeredboth online and in person, with nationally recognized programs in nursing, counseling, and criminal justice. Demonstrating the impact of aWaynesburg education, 97% of the Class of 2024 reported being employed or enrolled in graduate school following graduation. Rooted in its mission of faith, learning, and service, Waynesburg University is located on a beautiful,traditional campus in the hills of southwestern Pennsylvania and serves approximately 1,400 students, with 1,100 undergraduates and 300graduate students. The University's Strategy for the 21st Century affirms its commitment to developing an entrepreneurial mindset andethical leadership skills for all students, while the Pathways Center provides comprehensive support services to help students succeed andgrow in their vocation and calling. Faith is an integral part of the University's mission, creating opportunities for students to explorethe theory and application of faith within their chosen professions while developing academically and professionally. In recent years, the university has seen a number of philanthropic gifts that have dramatically enhanced thecampus and student experience experiences.
Recent enhancements have included:
The EHive, home to the university'sentrepreneurial leadership program, which has received three national awards for leadership in teaching the entrepreneurial mindset. The state-of-the-art Center for Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigation.
The Nursing Immersion Room:
an AI- and VR-powerednursing immersion lab - one of the first in the nation. An Esports program that has claimed three national championships. Renovations to dormitories, the dining hall, and a variety of upgrades to athletic facilities. New three-story dormitory,currently in process. Service is a defining characteristic of the Waynesburg experience and apowerful differentiator in the marketplace. The University's focus on service annually impacts thousands of individuals locally andinternationally, with students engaged in service six out of seven days each week. Through service-learning courses, domestic andinternational mission trips, the Bonner Scholars Program, and numerous personal service initiatives, students are encouraged to apply andsharpen their skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Complementing a vibrant campus experience that includes 20NCAA Division III varsity sports as a member of the Presidents' Athletic Conference, Waynesburg offers students an education that is bothprofessionally relevant and deeply purposeful. About the
Community:
Waynesburg, PA , offers the charm and close-knit feel of a small town while providing many of theamenities associated with larger communities. As the county seat of Greene County, it serves as the center for government, human services,and the judicial system, contributing to a stable local economy. Residents and visitors enjoy strolling through the quaint downtown filledwith unique shops and restaurants, as well as the community park system located just blocks from the town center. Rich in agricultural andmining heritage, Waynesburg balances its rural character with convenient access to Pittsburgh, placing major league sports, culturalattractions, world-class healthcare, and urban amenities within easy reach. Known for its beauty, historical setting, and welcomingatmosphere, Waynesburg also serves as an ideal gateway to the scenic landscapes and outdoor recreation opportunities of SouthwesternPennsylvania.
Application and Nomination Process:
All correspondence relating to the position of Vice President for Enrollment Management at WaynesburgUniversity should be directed in confidence to the University's executive search consultant: Jamie Marcus, VicePresident Scott Healy & Associates jamiemarcus@scotthealy.com A completeapplication should include the following: Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position; Updated CV; Statement describing how you will demonstrate your Christian faith through the Mission of the University, yourprofessional responsibilities, relationships, and the mentoring of students; Contact information for three (3) professionalreferences with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without writtenpermission from the candidate.) Applications received by July 10, 2026 will receivepriority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled. Waynesburg Universitydoes not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age (over 40), or disability status as aVietnam-era, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or status as a member of any other protected class under federal orstate law in the educational programs or activities it offers, and is in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of1972. As a Christian University, Waynesburg University hires as full time faculty and staff onlypersons who profess faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrate that faith in a manner consistent with the mission and institutional commitmentsof the University. In addition, Waynesburg University admits students without regard to race,color, sex, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry or ethnicity. It is the policy ofWaynesburg University not to discriminate in its educational programs, admissions policies, activities or employment as required by Title IXof the 1972 Educational Amendments.