Posting Details Position Information Posting Number S05760P Position Title Director of Admissions Operations UTSystem Title Director Department Systems Location Arlington Job Family Executive/Administration Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm. Open to External and Internal Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $102,000. Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Benefits at UTA We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: University Information The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 Very High Research Activity institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual Best for Vets: Colleges list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas. Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact. Job Summary The Director of Admissions Processing Operations manages the processing of admissions applications for campus-based and online programs. This position plays a critical role in meeting recruitment and retention goals through operating emerging technologies and leveraging technology investments to support Enrollment Management in admitting and enrolling a growing, diverse undergraduate and graduate student body. The position leads a large staff and manages several admissions and records technology systems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage a professional, technical, and administrative staff of more than 40 for graduate and undergraduate admissions processing.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with internal/external departments for online program admissions, including strategic implementation of sustainable processes to meet online admissions goals.
- Create continuous efficiencies through data analysis and assessment of processes.
- Implementing of proactive strategies to adjust to changing environments and trends in application processing using best practices and current technological solutions.
- Optimize the use of technology including the student information, imaging systems, Constituent Relationship Management, credit evaluation systems through continual review in partnership with Office of Information Technology.
- Oversee creation and maintenance and admissions processing monitoring reports.
- Compile production reports for review of efficiencies in processing.
- Liaise with departments and provide training as appropriate.
- Supervise revisions and updates for FTIC, Transfer, and Graduate application programs, such as ApplyTexas and the National Common Application.
- Contribute to technological advances as a member of PeopleSoft (MyMav) Implementation Group. Serve on committees, lead special projects.
- Performs other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in admissions or in areas closely relevant to admissions.
- Three (3) years supervisory experience.
- Experience with utilization of ERP systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree.
- Experience with PeopleSoft, Perceptive Content (ImageNow), ApplyTexas, Common Application, and CRM - Slate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of international admissions.
- Understanding of the role of data and document management in decision making analysis or the equivalent experience.
Other RequirementsWorking ConditionsSpecial Conditions for EligibilityCBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy. ADA Accommodations The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-###-#### or email ...@uta.edu. Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until FilledMinimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References AcceptedSpecial Instructions to Applicants Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.