Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	12/23/2024
Classification Title	Advising and Student Services
Rank	N - No Rank
Working Title	Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Department	331231 - NSP Recruitment
Position Number	D95690
Representation	UX - Unclassified Excluded
Renewable	Renewable
End date, if applicable
Position FTE	1
Tenure Status	F - Fixed Term

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners. More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary	Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Director of Undergraduate Admissions has full responsibility for all undergraduate student admission decisions and recruitment. This position supports enrollment management strategies by providing leadership and vision for the recruitment and admissions of domestic undergraduate students. The Director is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive student recruitment strategy in support of new student enrollment goals. The Director supervises a team of professional staff including Assistant and Associate Directors as well as Admissions Counselors. The Director will be highly collaborative with Enrollment Management campus and community partners in support of undergraduate recruitment. The Director will represent the University and its academic programs and services to prospective students and their families, high school and community college personnel, and the public. A demonstrated commitment to serving diverse student populations and promoting college access are critical skills for success in this position.
Minimum Qualifications	Master’s degree Six years of professional experience in enrollment or student affairs at a regionally accredited institution, three years of which must be direct work in admissions or recruitment Demonstrated experience hiring, training, supervising, developing and retaining professional staff
Preferred Qualifications	Professional Competencies: Ability to critically and logically analyze, synthesizes, interpret and extrapolate admission data, regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, pay attention to detail and produce desired results Ability to communicate in a clear, friendly and effective manner both orally and in writing Excellent public speaking and presentation skills and the ability to represent the University in a positive way to diverse audiences Advanced computer skills to include: Microsoft Office Suite, Ellucian Banner (or equivalent SIS), Talisma (or equivalent CRM). Experience with Slate CRM Desired: Doctoral degree Demonstrated experience managing undergraduate student recruitment Demonstrated knowledge of the recruitment landscape, demographic trends, and pressing issues in the national admissions dialogue Demonstrated experience working with diverse student populations Bilingual ability
Key Cultural Competencies	Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship	Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours	TBD
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The salary range for this position will be between $82,908 to $109,872 with offers taking into account the aforementioned factors. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator

Search Details

Posting Close Date	11/28/2024
Projected Close Date for Posting	Closes
Application screening begins	12/02/2024
Quick Link	https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/46376

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Applicant Documents
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1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
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