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ABOUT DENVER SEMINARY

Denver Seminary is a vibrant, multidenominational graduate school that prepares men and women to engage the world’s needs with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. We challenge students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, equipping them to lead God’s people in accomplishing His mission.

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB FUNCTION

 The Director of Admissions oversees the strategies, personnel, policies, and procedures that directly relate to the recruitment and enrollment of new students at Denver Seminary. This senior leadership position manages the daily operations of the admissions team, oversees recruitment strategy, trains admissions staff, tracks recruitment data for the seminary, and creates strategic enrollment plans and support structures that directly result in students choosing Denver Seminary.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – Incoming Student Admissions and Enrollment:  

1. Create and manage a comprehensive strategic plan for new student recruitment to target, attract, and enroll a diverse and highly qualified student applicant pool consistent with Denver Seminary’s mission, headcount, and billable hours goals.
2. Hire, train, lead, supervise, and evaluate the leadership staff of the Admissions department.
3. Set clear goals for staff members and support them in the achievement of their goals.
4. Provide direct oversight for all communication plans and strategies from lead generation to matriculation.
5. Coordinate closely with the MarCom team regarding effective lead generation strategies.
6. Collaborate with the Dean of Students and registrar to ensure the availability of courses.
7. Oversees the development of departmental budget and manages its implementation.
8. Generate, analyze, and report weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual admissions funnel data and trend analysis to inform and report on recruitment priorities.
9. Create an annual recruitment strategy, including past performance metrics.
10. Work closely with faculty program directors to effectively coordinate their support in the recruitment and retention process.
11. Develop a streamlined scholarship application and review process and work closely with the Admissions Committee of the faculty.
12. Make professional and persuasive presentations to prospective applicants in various venues and represent the seminary at conferences, graduate fairs, and school campuses.
13. Coordinate recruitment efforts with presidential, faculty, and alumni travel and events.
14. Oversee all in-person and online Preview Days and Information Sessions.
15. Identify areas of opportunity for improvement and Admissions barriers and makes recommendation to leadership.
16. Stay abreast of trends in higher education, emerging technologies, and the recruitment marketplace.
17. Maintain a working understanding of federal regulations and internal compliance, as well as the student support framework and goals as set forth by the Vice President and other members of the seminary’s administration.
18. Promote teamwork, collaboration, and resource sharing across the institution.
19. Review all admissions applications and determine the decision based on admissions criteria.
20. Work with the Vice President on other duties that further the recruiting and Admissions potential of the seminary.

 

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of recruitment/admissions and team management experience in a higher education enrollment setting, and a general record of professional success.
• Experience with recruitment, CRM software, and an awareness of market trends in higher education.
• Ability to manage a team in a high-performance environment while managing positional responsibilities and emerging projects.
• Ability to discern and maintain confidentiality and communicate appropriately at all levels of the organization.
• Professional communication that aligns with the voice of the institution in written and spoken form.
• Public speaking experience in small and large audiences.
• Ability to give careful attention to detail, think analytically, and derive conclusions from data and trends.
• Technological competent, knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM essential, Slate preferred.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, the intricacies of theological education, degree program requirements, competencies and training required for various ministries, federal/state policies and regulations related to student enrollment, special needs of groups such as international students and racial/ethnic minorities, academic policies and procedures, and curricular requirements for graduation.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ required and a lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments.
• Agreement with Denver Seminary’s statement of faith.
• Personal integrity which inspires confidence in the school’s constituents.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, forge cross-departmental discussions, and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Self-driven, results-oriented, ability to maintain a clear focus on high quality and business outcomes.
• Able to adapt to a quickly changing market with poise, efficiency, and calm.
• Loyalty to the seminary president, vice president, administration, and colleagues.
• A forward planner and goal-setter thatcontinually assesses performance.
• Willingness to step in wherever needed to help the institution and Admissions team succeed in meeting their goals.

 

FAITH COMMITMENT (Required):

Denver Seminary is a religious institution. Employment requires:

• A commitment to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments, including the statement on human sexuality.
• Agreement with Denver Seminary’s Statement of Faith

 

Denver Seminary prepares men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life-changing truth of Scripture. Through our educational programs and mentoring process, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally in order to lead God’s people in the accomplishment of His mission in the world. The position of Director of Admissions supports this mission by:

 

OUTCOMES:  

• A highly refined, organized, and efficient recruitment and admissions model that:
  • Meets established enrollment headcount and billable hour goals
  • Increases office productivity, efficiency, and professionalism
  • Increases yield throughout the admissions funnel
  • Results in a strong and cohesive admissions team
  • Meets annual goals and provides a stellar admissions experience
  • Effective and timely performance of assigned tasks

 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: 

Normal office working conditions, including computer usage, may require occasional standing, walking, long periods of sitting, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & FAITH COMMITMENT

Denver Seminary is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in all areas of ministry and operations. As a faith-based institution, Denver Seminary exercises its legal rights to prefer candidates who affirm and support our Statement of Faith and Community Values, consistent with applicable religious exemptions under federal law.

 

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants who require accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources.

 

Note: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check.

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