Assistant Dean, Recruitment & Admissions

University of Arkansas System

. Provide strategic leadership for recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, and student pipeline development .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic leadership for enrollment management, including the development and implementation of data-driven recruitment and admissions strategies. Proficient in managing budgets, supervising staff, and utilizing enrollment management technologies to enhance student access and success.

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Enrollment ManagementStrategic Recruitment InitiativesData Analysis and Market ForecastingSupervision and Staff DevelopmentBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Data-Driven Enrollment StrategiesMarket AnalysisPerformance IndicatorsAdmissions Policies DevelopmentEnrollment ForecastingCRM SystemsStudent Information SystemsOperational Process ImprovementScholarship PlanningWorkforce-Aligned Program Growth

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingCollaborationPresentation SkillsWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsStudent Information SystemsCommunication Technologies

Industry Keywords

Higher Education AdministrationEnrollment ManagementStudent RecruitmentAdmissionsStudent Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership for recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, and student pipeline development
Develop and implement data-driven enrollment strategies, including enrollment goals, market analysis, forecasting, scholarship planning, and workforce-aligned program growth
Advise College leadership on enrollment trends, student success, resource allocation, and opportunities to expand student access and enrollment
Oversee the admissions process from initial inquiry through enrollment
Develop and improve admissions policies, procedures, and service standards
Coordinate recruitment and enrollment activities, including information sessions, open houses, webinars, admitted-student events, and orientation
Build and maintain relationships with academic departments, educational institutions, employers, community organizations, international partners, and university stakeholders
Collaborate with Student Affairs, Financial Aid, Marketing and Communications, and other university offices
Partner on digital, print, social media, and other recruitment campaigns
Represent the College at educational fairs, conferences, and community events
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate enrollment management staff
Develop efficient workflows and operational processes
Manage departmental budgets, scholarship allocations, staffing, and recruitment resources
Analyze enrollment, market, and workforce data to identify trends and measure recruitment effectiveness
Establish performance indicators and oversee CRM systems, student information systems, and communication technologies
Prepare enrollment forecasts, performance reports, and institutional data submissions
Serve on College and university committees and participate in institution-wide enrollment initiatives
Travel as needed and work occasional evenings and weekends
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, public health, business administration, student affairs, marketing, communications, or a related field
At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in enrollment management, admissions, student recruitment, student affairs, higher education administration, or a closely related area
Experience supervising professional staff, establishing performance expectations, and managing complex operations
Experience managing budgets, resources, and multiple priorities
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic recruitment, admissions, or enrollment initiatives
Demonstrated ability to use data, market information, and performance measures to guide decisions and evaluate outcomes
Knowledge of enrollment management technologies, customer relationship management systems, student information systems, or comparable data platforms
Strong written, oral, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, senior leaders, and external partners
Demonstrated commitment to student-centered practices and the success of individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities
Ability to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Applicants must upload a resume or CV to be considered for the position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy