Vice President of Enrollment Services

Arizona College of Nursing is a rapidly growing, nursing school that transforms people’s lives by preparing them for careers in nursing and improving communities through the care its graduates provide. As a leading nurse educator, Arizona College of Nursing offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s in nursing in 3 years or less with qualified transfer credits. Our quality nursing curriculum prepares students for an in-demand career to help communities overcome the chronic, well-known, and increasing nursing shortage. Through the execution of a targeted growth strategy, the college plans to meet the growing demand for nurses by launching campuses in markets where bachelor’s prepared nurses are needed.

Putting students first, we are dedicated to providing students with an exceptional education in growing healthcare fields; teaching them relevant, required skills for today and the future. Our culture is positive, supportive, and collaborative. As a team, we continually embrace our core values:

Passion: We love helping others succeed.
Excellence: We strive to be the best.
Adaptability: We learn, in part by trying new ideas.
Accountability: We own our results.
Integrity: We do the right thing.

The Vice President (VP) of Enrollment Services provides strategic leadership and oversight for the admissions process and enrollment strategy across a defined group of campuses. The VP collaborates with campus leadership, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders to drive growth while ensuring an exceptional student experience.

Essential responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Metrics

• Set strategic priorities and ensure alignment with the College’s mission and values within their region.
• Oversee the admissions process across an assigned group of campuses.
• Partner with senior leadership to set and achieve targets for the region, based upon market trends, community needs, and College goals.
• Analyze key performance metrics and trends to boost growth strategies and the overall student experience.
• Implement and oversee the use of the CRM to track and manage inquiries, applications, and enrollment data.

Operational Excellence and Team Leadership

• Coach and mentor admissions leaders and teams, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Provide professional development, training, and support for admissions staff to enhance their skills and performance.
• Set performance goals, monitor progress, and give feedback to ensure the admissions team meets or exceeds objectives.
• Streamline the admissions process across the assigned group of campuses, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and a positive experience for prospective students.
• Drive adoption of best practices and standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with operations teams to ensure a smooth admissions process and strong partnerships.
• Regularly engage senior and campus leadership to report enrollment and financial projections and derive new strategies for student success.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, regulatory agencies, and community partners. 

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure admissions practices comply with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and state and federal regulations.
• Stay up to date on requirements, trends, and best practices.

At Arizona College of Nursing, we believe in a collaborative approach where all colleagues work together towards our shared goals. It's important to note that this list doesn't cover everything you'll be asked to do or need to do. We value adaptability and flexibility as we grow and evolve as an organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Must have:

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience with a proven track record of successfully building and developing high performing teams, scaling operations, and supporting multiple markets.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in enrollment management, student services, or other metric-driven, customer-focused environments, with a proven ability to achieve goals.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze complex data and make strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with campus leadership.

Nice to have:

• Advanced degree in business administration, education, or a relevant field.
• Experience in for-profit higher education or regulated academic environments.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements in admissions practices.

What We Are Offering You

• Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
• Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment.
• Rest and relaxation with generous PTO and holiday benefits.
• Robust health and welfare benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision.
• Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls, please.

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