Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Yakima, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

275000.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enrollment Strategy, Student Success Initiatives, Leadership, Communication, Analytical Skills, Decision-Making, Compliance, Budget Oversight, Policy Development, Collaboration, Mentoring, Data Analysis, Recruitment, Admissions, Retention, Graduation Initiatives

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Description Recruitment Period: 01/15/2026- Until Filled Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week Salary Information: Annual Minimum Salary-$199,445-Annual Maximum Salary-$275,000 Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Pro-rated based on hours/week. Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment with PNWU. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law. Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. The University currently offers the degrees of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Dental Medicine, Master of Arts in Medical Science, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually with plans to develop other programs and/or colleges. Interprofessional education partnerships with other universities adds another 100 students to the population. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five-state region. PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south-central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/. General Summary: The Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (VPEMSA) is a senior executive leader responsible for providing strategic vision, leadership, and oversight for enrollment management and student affairs functions at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU). Reporting directly to the President, the VPEMSA plays a critical role in advancing the University’s mission by developing and executing comprehensive enrollment strategies, fostering student success and engagement, and ensuring a high-quality, student-centered experience from recruitment through graduation. The VPEMSA collaborates closely with the President, Provost, Deans, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), faculty, staff, and external partners to align enrollment and student affairs strategies with institutional priorities, accreditation standards, and financial sustainability goals. Essential Job Functions: • Provide executive leadership for enrollment management and student affairs aligned with PNWU’s mission and strategic plan. • Develop and implement enrollment strategies including recruitment, admissions, retention, and graduation initiatives. • Analyze enrollment trends, market conditions, and data to inform planning and forecasting. • Oversee admissions, recruitment, financial aid, and enrollment operations. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements. • Oversee Student Affairs, providing leadership, planning, and policy development for all functions of that unit. • Provides Board Committee Administrative Leads, reporting, and dashboards. • Collaborate with academic leadership, faculty governance, staff council, and student leadership. • Provide budget oversight and resource stewardship. • Lead, mentor, and develop staff; promote a culture of accountability and improvement. • Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need. Requirements Education: • Required: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a field that closely relates to the role. • Preferred: Master’s Degree or higher in higher education field or related field Experience: • Required: 3-5 years senior-level leadership experience in enrollment management, including Admissions, Recruitment and/or student affairs • Preferred: Experience in recruitment and enrollment for health sciences or graduate education • Preferred: Experience in shared governance environments • Preferred: Commitment to the principles of the PNWU mission and student-centered practices Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Demonstrated success with enrollment strategy and student success initiatives; strong knowledge of accreditation, compliance, and higher education best practices; excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills; skill in independent decision-making; skill in effective communication (both written and oral); and skill in coordinating and monitoring the work of others. To ensure full consideration submit: • A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position • Detailed resume • Contact information for three professional references The job announcement above is not the full job description but represents the job responsibilities and requirements. A full job description can be provided upon request. PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary. Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE): Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Paid Time Off 403b with Roth Option Paid Holidays For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page. PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership for enrollment management and student affairs functions. This includes developing comprehensive enrollment strategies and ensuring a high-quality, student-centered experience from recruitment through graduation.