Colorado Mesa University

Colorado Mesa University

Admissions Operations Manager

CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO

Sponsorship not specified$50k-$53kDetected 7 days ago
Project ManagementExcelLogisticsProcess ImprovementCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Coordinate the daily administrative and operational functions of the Office of Admissions to ensure efficient and effective business operations.
  • Coordinate departmental budget tracking, purchasing, invoice processing, travel reconciliation, and financial documentation while ensuring compliance with university policies.
  • Monitor operational expenditures and prepare routine budget reports and financial information for leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Executive Support & Project Coordination
  • Student & Campus Partner Support
  • Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and personnel administration for professional and student employees.
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve departmental procedures, records, operational documentation, and reference materials.
  • Collaborate with campus partners to ensure operational processes support enrollment goals and provide exceptional service.
  • Support recruitment initiatives as needed, including delivering information sessions, supporting large campus visit events, and possible recruitment travel.
  • Provide advanced administrative support to the Executive Director of Enrollment Management.
  • Manage complex calendars, schedules, appointments, and meeting logistics.
  • Maintain confidential records and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Support leadership and team meetings, committees, and special projects through coordination, documentation, and follow-up.

Requirements

  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with, or ability to learn, Colorado Mesa University and State of Colorado residency requirements
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other administrative software systems.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to conduct work outside of the regular work hours (nights and weekends) and travel as needed
  • Associate's degree from an accredited institution
  • 3+ years of progressively responsible professional experience in business administration, administrative operations, enrollment services, student services or equivalent (experience gained as a student will be considered)
  • Experience coordinating multiple projects and priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Nice to have

  • Experience with budget monitoring, purchasing, or administrative operations.
  • Experience interpreting and applying policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements.
  • Experience in admissions, registrar services, residency classification, enrollment management, or related student services functions.
  • Experience coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience supporting senior leaders or administrators.

Skills

  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general written materials, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
  • Ability to write reports and prepare and conduct verbal and visual presentation of materials.
  • Ability to effectively pres

Compensation

  • $50,000 - $53,000.

Company info

  • At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill.
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