Description

Employment Status:

Full time (29-40 Hrs)

Type of Employment:

Staff

# of openings:

1

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

Commensurate with Experience

Closing:

1/8/26

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. A-State participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

Arkansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) invites applications for a Director of Student Programs. This is a 12-month, full-time staff position that collaborates closely with the Associate Dean for Admissions, Students, and Research and operates within the CVM's Office of Student Programs and Admissions. The Director of Student Programs is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive recruitment strategy, advising pre-veterinary students, and counseling prospective students on career pathways. This role also oversees the DVM Student Ambassador Program and other responsibilities as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and manage a comprehensive recruitment plan aligned with the CVM, including outreach to undergraduate and post-baccalaureate institutions, organizing on-campus visits and virtual information sessions, and coordinating campus visits for prospective students and their families.
• Enhance the prospective student experience by proactively engaging with potential students and their families, responding to inquiries, and providing detailed guidance on admissions procedures and required documentation.
• Prepare applicant files for review by the Admissions Committee, including verification of prerequisite coursework and calculation of GPAs.
• Support and oversee the work of the Admissions Committee by ensuring timely and accurate processing of applicant files, and by communicating admissions decisions to students.
• Assist with designing and delivering training for Admissions Committee members, with an emphasis on holistic review practices, bias mitigation, and A-State admissions processes.
• Serve as college liaison to the Veterinary Medicine College Application System (VMCAS) and ensuring seamless integration of the VMCAS system with A-State's admissions system.
• Collaborate with A-State's undergraduate and graduate Admissions Offices to promote A-State CVM DVM program and A-State Beebe Veterinary Technician programs to high school, undergraduate, and graduate student populations.
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Admissions, Students and Research to collect and review qualitative and quantitative data from applicants, enrolled students, and the Admissions Committee to enhance the admissions process.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of student records and applicant data in accordance with institutional and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate with the communications director to help update as needed the A-State CVM website, CVM Student Handbook, and associated social media platforms with current admissions information.
• Assist with incoming student engagement, including orientation and the white coat ceremony.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of higher education admissions practices and trends, preferably within veterinary or professional schools.

• Familiarity or willingness to learn CRM systems and student information systems (e.g. Slate, Banner, etc.)

• Familiarity or willingness to learn VMCAS.

• Knowledge and understanding or willingness to learn about A-State colleges, academic departments and prerequisite courses.

• Familiarity or willingness to learn FERPA regulations.

• Strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and motivation to contribute to institutional growth.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• Skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

• Project management skills, including planning, execution, and evaluation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Willingness to adapt to and quickly learn new technologies.

• Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.

• Ability to interact and communicate with diverse audiences including students, families, faculty, and staff through both verbal and written communication.

• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement in decision-making.

• Ability to gather and summarize data.

• Ability to travel to attend recruitment events.

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekend and additional hours as requested and/or needed
Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience - 3+ years of experience working in admissions at the graduate level in higher education, preferably for a professional degree program.

Questions can be directed to the Associate Dean for Admissions, Students, and Research. Dr. Sarah Hooper at shooper@astate.edu.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education - Master's Degree in in education, education leadership, higher education administration, college student personnel, psychology, education psychology, sociology, or similar field.

Experience - 3 or more years of experience in higher education

E-Verify Participation Notice:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf

E-Verify Right to Work:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf