| University Description: |
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
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| Detailed Description: |
This recruitment is open to current University of San Diego employees only. Only current USD employees are eligible to apply and be considered for this position.
This senior leadership position is responsible for the recruitment, admission, and enrollment activity for all new undergraduate students. The Assistant Vice Provost for Undergraduate Admissions contributes to the strategic direction and provides leadership in the development and execution of undergraduate enrollment strategies, ensuring alignment with the University’s mission, enrollment goals, and student success priorities. Key responsibilities include the supervision of admissions staff, the development and execution of annual recruit plans, and communicating those plans and the results to the campus community. This position oversees the processing and decision-making for all firstyear and transfer applications and ensures the effectiveness and efficiency of related operations through delegated authority to the Associate Directors. In addition, this position works with other campus constituents associated with the enrollment process, including financial aid,
international student services, housing, Dean’s office, and offices within student affairs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership in the design and execution of undergraduate recruitment, admission, and enrollment strategies, in partnership with the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management, to support the University’s enrollment, class composition, and net tuition revenue goals.
- Work with Enrollment leadership and Marketing and Communications to coordinate marketing messages in all external communications including publications, web site, social media, and letters.
- Coordinate processes across the campus regarding the enrollment of new undergraduate students.
- Ensure the timely processing and decision of all undergraduate applications.
- Ensure compliance with NCAA guidelines in the recruitment of new student athletes.
- Ensure compliance with Homeland Security guidelines in the recruitment of international students, as well as coordinate activity with the Office of International Student Services.
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Responsible for the development and execution of annual recruitment plans for undergraduate freshman and
transfer students, including data-informed strategies to strengthen market position, expand geographic reach, and
improve student yield.
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Through the Associate Directors of Admission and Operations, provide leadership, direction, and supervision to the undergraduate staff.
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Communicate the undergraduate plans, processes and statistics to campus community, providing regular updates and analysis to institutional leadership and stakeholders.
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Serve as chief admissions spokesperson to students, parents, counselors, and other external constituents, representing the University with professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm at the state, regional, and national levels.
Special Conditions of Employment:
- Must be able to travel for several weeks consecutively as needed.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
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| Job Requirements: |
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in undergraduate admissions or enrollment management, including leadership responsibility.
- At least 3 – 5 years of supervisory experience required.
- Excellent public speaking and interpersonal communications skills.
- Ability to travel for at least 4 weeks each fall and up to 3 weeks in the spring.
- A valid US passport and driver’s license are required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or higher preferred.
Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of admissions best practices in the areas of recruitment, file review-evaluation, financial aid and scholarship leveraging, test-optional policies, international admissions, transfer student recruitment, and athletic recruiting compliance. Knowledge of high schools – domestic and international – and the needs and challenges of counselors, students and parents
- Knowledge of higher education marketing, as well as an understanding of social media and its impact on higher education
- Knowledge of enrollment management principles and the role of admissions in advancing institutional mission, diversity, and student success.
- Excellent public speaking and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organization and project management skills
- Well developed diplomacy and problem solving skills
- Excellent analytical and data analysis skills
- Strong decision-making skills
- Ability to lead with vision, inspire staff, and build collaborative partnerships across the University.
- The ability to hire, train and manage a diverse staff
- The ability to collaborate across departments and divisions
- The ability to manage stress and deadline pressures
- The ability to find creative solutions to complex enrollment issues
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| Posting Salary: |
$12,617 - 15,000 per month; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
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| Additional Details: |
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: October 9, 2025
Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
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