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The Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management - Director of Cadet Admissions

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina seeks a strategic, data-informed, and mission-driven leader to serve as the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management - Director of Cadet Admissions. This highly skilled, experienced, innovative leader will serve as the college’s strategist on all matters related to cadet recruitment and admissions and will be responsible for the implementation of recruitment and admissions strategies necessary to attain annual first year cadet enrollment objectives. This position will provide leadership in: utilizing innovative recruitment strategies, leveraging new and existing technologies designed for maximum effectiveness, collaborating with the financial aid office to support prospective students, and cultivating strong partnerships with academic schools, departments, high schools, and community outreach programs.

This position will lead a high-performing team and drive innovation through the use of analytics, technology, and best practices to shape a competitive, and mission-aligned incoming Corps of Cadets.

This role requires a proven leader with significant experience in enrollment strategy, organizational leadership, and change management within complex higher education environments.

The Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management - Director of Cadet Admissions reports to the Associate Provost for Enrollment Management and collaborates closely with senior academic and administrative leadership across campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in undergraduate admissions or enrollment management including direct supervision of professional staff.
• Proven experience in the management of inquiry generation, recruitment activities, admissions
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic enrollment plans that achieve measurable results.
• Proven experience utilizing data analytics, CRM systems, and technology platforms to inform enrollment strategy and operations.
• Strong record of managing complex operations, budgets, and organizational change.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership, faculty, students, families, alumni, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate and promote a distinctive institutional mission to diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of constituents including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and senior leadership/administration.

Proven ability to build trust and rapport with diverse student and family populations through strong interpersonal presence, communication, and relationship management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a senior or executive-level admissions leadership role (e.g., Director, Executive Director, or equivalent).
• Experience with military colleges, ROTC programs, or institutions with structured leadership development models.
• Significant experience in managing and leveraging CRM platforms, particularly in higher education.
• Proven ability to lead a team, manage cross-functional projects, and oversee recruitment efforts for a broad range of students.
• Familiarity with data-driven decision-making processes and continuous improvement strategies in higher education admissions.

Pay: $140,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person