Dean of Strategic Student Enrollment

Maricopa Community College district; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

GateWay Community College seeks a Dean of Strategic Student Enrollment to lead enrollment growth, access, retention, and completion. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Dean will supervise SEM planning and integrated enrollment services.

The role requires a Master's degree and progressive leadership experience in higher education, with responsibility for Admissions & Records, Financial Aid, Testing, and Early College programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible management or leadership experience in the field.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• No degree equivalency.
• Experience with enrollment management and student success.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Early College Programs, Disability Resources, Testing Center, Financial Aid, and Admissions & Records.
• Develop and evaluate enrollment management strategies; monitor SEM plan goals.
• Contribute to college initiatives; represent the college with partners and boards.
• Oversee budget development and resource allocation aligned with priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Enrollment management

Budget management

Data-driven decision-making

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Dean of Strategic Student Enrollment

Location: GateWay Community College

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$111,666.61 - $145,166.29/annually, DOE

Grade

125

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

This position may allow for a remote work day and the schedule will be determined upon hire.

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.

With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.

Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

Lead with Purpose. Drive Enrollment. Transform Student Futures and apply today for the Dean of Strategic Student Enrollment at GateWay Community College!

This position is scheduled to begin in the Spring 2027. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Dean of Strategic Student Enrollment provides strategic leadership to advance student access, enrollment, retention, and completion. The Dean leads the integrated delivery of enrollment services, including Early College Programs such as Dual Enrollment, ACE, and Hoop of Learning, Admissions & Records, Financial Aid, Scholarships, Disability Resources & Services, Testing, and related student services to support enrollment growth and a positive, student-centered experience.

The Dean leads the College's Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan, oversees budgets and personnel, and promotes data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Additional responsibilities include Student Conduct, Title IX, the CARE/BIT Team, and Clery Act compliance. The Dean collaborates with college, district, community, and business partners to advance enrollment goals and student success.

Essential Functions

35% - Provides leadership, development, and oversight for Early College Programs (including Dual Enrollment, ACE, and Hoop of Learning), Disability Resources & Services, Testing Center, Financial Aid, and Admissions & Records; ensures effective operations, compliance, service quality, and continuous improvement across all assigned areas.

35% - Develops, implements, and evaluates enrollment management strategies; coordinates the College's Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan; utilizes data to identify enrollment opportunities, establish and monitor enrollment goals, and support both new and existing markets; collaborates with Marketing, Recruitment & Outreach, and other college departments to create and implement coordinated enrollment strategies.

20% - Participates in the development and implementation of College initiatives and strategic priorities; serves on assigned councils and committees; contributes to college-wide planning, assessment, and continuous improvement; represents the College with community organizations, partners, and local boards; provides leadership and support for assigned responsibilities related to Student Conduct, Commencement, CARE/BIT, Clery, Title IX, and campus safety.

10% - Participates in the development and implementation of the budget; monitors assigned budgets closely; uses data and student needs to inform resource allocation, ensuring alignment with enrollment goals, student success, and institutional priorities; performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for Student Affairs or non-academic pathway: Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or field related to area of assignment and five (5) years of progressively responsible management and/or leadership experience in field of assignment that includes three (3) years of supervisory experience. Examples of student affairs academic support or non-academic pathway management/leadership experience includes: program management, project management, budget development and management related to programs or projects, staff supervision, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance. No degree equivalency.

OR

Minimum Qualifications for Academic pathway: Master's degree in a teaching field related to area(s) of assignment and five (5) years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education and three (3) years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development. Examples of academic leadership/supervisory experience include: division/department chair, project management, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance. No degree equivalency.

Desired Qualifications

• A. Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited postsecondary institution in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, or a related field.
• B. Progressively responsible experience in higher education, preferably within a community college setting, with demonstrated leadership in enrollment management and student success.
• C. Oversight and leadership experience of multiple student enrollment and support functions, including Admissions, Financial Aid, Records, Disability Resources, Testing, or Early College programs.
• D. Experience with federal and state regulations across enrollment services, financial aid, student records, disability services, Title IX, Clery Act, and student conduct.
• E. Experience with supporting SEM planning, using data to implement strategies, and measuring enrollment and student success outcomes.
• F. Experience with developing and implementing dual enrollment, early college, or K-12 partnership programs.
• G. Experience with budget development, fiscal management, resource allocation, and monitoring expenditures to align with institutional priorities.
• H. One (1) year full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years.

Special Working Conditions

• Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: http://business.maricopa.edu/risk-management/motor-vehicle-usage/motor-vehicle-driving-requirements
• Will be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations
• May be required to work at multiple sites or locations
• May require some evenings or weekends
• May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
• May require lift or carry up to #25 lbs
• MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas

Posting Close Date

Open until filled. First Review 11/12/2026.

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required by Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.