Enrollment Strategy Lead — Mentor, Recruit & Grow Access

Adams State University; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado, seeks a Senior Enrollment Specialist to lead the admissions recruitment team, mentor counselors, and drive student success in the San Luis Valley. Reporting to the Director of Admissions, this role influences enrollment outcomes and promises a collaborative, inclusive campus culture.

The successful candidate will oversee Counseling teams, coordinate outreach, and analyze recruitment data to inform strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 2–3 years of experience in student recruitment/admissions or higher education sales.
• Strong quantitative analysis, strategic planning, and excellent oral/written communication are essential.
• Master’s degree in higher education administration or student affairs preferred; experience in a 4-year public institution is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise & mentor teams: lead Admissions Counselors, Transfer Coordinators, and Student Ambassadors to meet enrollment goals.
• Analyze data & drive strategy: track recruitment data, perform quantitative analysis, and manage counselor productivity metrics.
• Coordinate recruitment outreach: organize college fairs, high school presentations, campus visits, and related events.
• Build strategic campus partnerships: collaborate with academic departments, Athletics, and related programs.
• Evaluate & audit applications: review applications for low-index students and advise transfer policy adherence.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Strategic planning

Communication

Diversity commitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Adams State University in Alamosa, Colorado, seeks a Senior Enrollment Specialist to lead the admissions recruitment team, mentor counselors, and drive student success in the San Luis Valley. Reporting to the Director of Admissions, this role influences enrollment outcomes and promises a collaborative, inclusive campus culture.

The successful candidate will oversee Counseling teams, coordinate outreach, and analyze recruitment data to inform strategic decisions.