Job Details

Director of Enrollment & Student Success

Position Number: 9790690
Location: Waco, United States
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Director of Enrollment & Student Success

Job Identification: 21638
Posting Date: 08/27/2026, 02:56 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: Waco, TX, United States
Degree Level: Bachelor

Job Description:
A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's "Great Colleges to Work For". Great Colleges to Work For is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We are Looking For

The Director for Enrollment & Student Success is responsible for planning and managing all aspects of new student recruitment, student enrollment and retention, including developing strategies for impactful outreach and marketing to prospective students. The Director for Enrollment & Student Success provides input and updates to ensure timely implementation of enrollment programs. The role also provides expertise and skills to create, develop, and implement initiatives necessary to achieve overall recruitment, enrollment and retention goals.

A bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience are required. Five years of relevant experience is preferred.

Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

What You Will Do

Works with the Dean to develop a strategic long-range plan and interim goals for the office
Directs and manages department staff to work towards achievement of institutional and department enrollment and retention goals
Oversees the planning of recruiting efforts designed to encourage prospective student interest in the School of Music
Interacts effectively with faculty and staff to encourage and coordinate their involvement in programs to promote the enrollment of students
Reviews applications and credentials of applicants to coordinate admission and scholarship decisions
Coordinate with other offices on campus such as Admissions and Financial Aid to ensure the success of the school's recruiting efforts
Create a student enrollment and retention plan by leveraging resources to maximize effectiveness of programs
Provides expertise and knowledge required to develop and evaluate present and new enrollment programs
Oversees all areas within enrollment management to ensure that the school is meeting institutional enrollment goals
Conducts fiscal management with focus on building a budget that details the allocation of funds necessary to build and utilize the annual budget of the recruiting and student programs area
Assigns and oversees department staff and work study students to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner
Maintains reports that generate data on point-of-contact activities and application generation up and through new student enrollment
Maintains reports and conducts data analysis to evaluate effectiveness of enrollment projects
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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