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Boldness, Teamwork and Curiosity. These values guide our interactions with each other, our customers,
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introducing some of the first web-based professional education courses in 2001. Today, the company’s
family of brands are the leading online professional education platforms in their respective end-markets.
We proudly to serve >1 million customers annually and employ more than 1,500 mission-aligned
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Position Overview:
The Admissions Manager will serve as the dynamic and experienced leader of our admissions team in delivering a candidate-centered approach to enrollment at Moreland University. This role is crucial to driving strategic growth, improving the learner experience, and achieving enrollment goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in admissions within the education marketplace, a data-driven mindset, and a strong ability to inspire and manage a team.
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What You'll Do- Strategic Enrollment Planning: Develop and implement enrollment strategies aligned with institutional goals, focusing on student recruitment, engagement, and retention for all programs.
- Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing admissions team, ensuring professional growth and accountability.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytics and reporting to assess recruitment strategies, monitor performance metrics, and make informed, data-driven adjustments to improve enrollment outcomes.
- Applicant Engagement and Conversion: Design and oversee initiatives that improve candidate engagement throughout the admissions funnel, from application to enrollment, optimizing conversion rates at each stage.
- Collaboration with Business Partnership, BDR and Marketing Teams: Work closely with partner teams to align messaging, program information, and outreach campaigns, ensuring consistent and effective communication across all channels.
- Process Improvement and Innovation: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in admissions processes and leverage technology to enhance efficiency, scalability, and student experience.
- Compliance and Accreditation: Ensure that all admissions practices comply with federal, state, and institutional regulations, as well as accreditation standards.
- Market Research and Competitor Analysis: Conduct regular assessments of market trends, competitor offerings, and student demographics to ensure Moreland University's admissions strategy remains competitive and responsive to market needs.
- Reporting and Performance Tracking: Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators, enrollment trends and recruitment activities for senior leadership, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting strategies as needed.
What You'll Need to Succeed- 7+ years of experience in admissions or enrollment management, preferably within an online or higher education setting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Bachelor’s degree required; potentially a Master’s degree in Education, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Strong proficiency in data analytics, CRM tools, and enrollment management software; experience with platforms like Salesforce, Slate, or similar is highly desirable.
- Commitment to providing a supportive and engaging experience for prospective students, with a focus on transparency and responsiveness.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to work cross-functionally with academic, marketing, financial aid, and student services departments.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a strategic and solutions-oriented mindset.
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Colibri Group welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed in the job description. Research has shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification, and we want to actively combat this bias in our hiring process. If you're excited about the role and believe you have the skills and experience to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences is essential to our success. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another position within our organization. Don't hesitate to take the leap and apply today!
