Director, Enrollment
Company: Stanford University
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: September 17, 2023
Job Description:
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apologize for any inconvenience. Job Summary
- DATE POSTED 2 days ago
- Schedule Full-time
- Job Code 4123
- Employee Status Regular
- Grade K
- Requisition ID 100321 Stanford Graduate School of Business
Residing in Silicon Valley, the heart of innovation, the Stanford
Graduate School of Business (GSB ) has built a global reputation
based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We
provide students a transformative leadership experience, push the
boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offer a
portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver
global impact like no other. We are committed to advancing
diversity, equity, and inclusion in service of our mission of
developing innovative, principled, and insightful leaders who
change lives, change organizations, and change the world. We invite
you to be part of this mission.The Director, Enrollment reports to
the Assistant Dean, MBA Admissions and Financial Aid. The Director
will develop the enrollment strategy and manage all enrollment
programs to ensure every admitted student can make a well-informed
enrollment decision. The Director will collaborate closely with the
Enrollment team, faculty, staff, current students and alumni to
guide admitted students as they learn about the Stanford MBA
program, develop relationships with the GSB community, and
transition into the MBA program. The Director will work with the
Enrollment team to design and execute high profile events like
Admit Weekend on campus and receptions for admitted students around
the world.The director will analyze and track our enrollment
efforts to identify opportunities for enhancement. Finally, as a
member of the Admissions Committee, the Director will evaluate
applications (after completing training), interview candidates, and
lead recruiting events on campus, online and across the globe.Are
you a high achieving professional who has an interest in developing
effective partnerships and a deep curiosity about how to assess
human potential? If so, this position may be the right fit for you.
Primary responsibilities* include:
- Develop and lead a robust enrollment process to educate
hundreds of admitted students about the Stanford MBA program and
GSB community.
- Lead strategic review of qualitative and quantitative
enrollment results and improve efforts to increase enrollment
outcomes.
- Oversee and manage staff in the development and implementation
of enrollment programs and the MBA Admissions Ambassador
program.
- Manage enrollment budget strategically investing resources to
maximize enrollment outcomes.
- Manage joining and dual degree workflow, including reviewing
and processing deferrals.
- Oversee communication to admitted students to prepare them for
their arrival working with internal and external stakeholders to
ensure a successful transition.
- As a member of the Admissions Committee, evaluate applications
and interview applicants.
- Lead outreach sessions on campus, online and across the
globe.
- Represent MBA Admissions to both internal and external
constituents including: Financial Aid, MBA Program, Stanford
Housing, Bechtel International Center, and Joint Degree programs.
Resolve concerns and challenges collaboratively.
- Partner with technical and department staff to develop
technology infrastructure, which delivers enhanced student and
staff experience, operational efficiency, and analytics. To be
successful in this position, you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree and at least eight years relevant experience
or a combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence and
motivate constituencies which could span multiple organizational
boundaries,
- Demonstrated excellent planning, organizational and analytical
skills.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound business decisions using
good business judgment and innovative and creative
problem-solving.
- Demonstrated ability to manage financial, organizational and
staff resources.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the
ability to cultivate professional and business partnerships.
- Ability to work evenings or weekends occasionally. Preferred
qualifications:
- Advanced degree; MBA preferred.
- Functional experience in recruitment, talent assessment,
training, or admissions desirable.
- Industry experience in admissions, human resources, or higher
education is beneficial.
- Demonstrated evidence of managing complex projects to
completion with performance risk.
- Experience with Slate is a plus.The expected pay range for this
position is $119,000 to $175,000 per year.Stanford University
provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what
the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay
offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors
such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the
position, the qualifications of the selected candidate,
departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic
location and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford
University, base pay represents only one aspect of the
comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website
(https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides
detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and
rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package
for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. Why
Stanford is for You Stanford's dedicated 16,000 staff come from
diverse educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative
environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement.
At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to
impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global
sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and
retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including
additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks
align with what matters to you:
- Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs,
tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a Ted Talk, film
screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global
issues.
- A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal
and family time and provide you access to wellness programs,
child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care
and caregiving support.
- A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing
access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall or
participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
- Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and
museums.
- Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and
ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones,
recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!We pride ourselves in
being a culture that encourages and empowers you.*The job duties
listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this
job classification and are not designed to contain or be
interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and
responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary
depending on department or program needs without changing the
general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility.
Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.*Consistent
with its obligations under the law, the University will provide
reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who
requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or
her job.*Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and
affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.Graduate School of Business,
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Stanford, California, United StatesWe're always looking for people
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