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Director of Admissions

Position Opens March 1, 2010. Search will continue until the position is filled.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Admissions leads all efforts relating to recruitment of new students, facilitates the work of the Admissions Review Committee including providing leadership and oversight to the admission process; and directs the Admission staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Lead the process by which new students gain admission to the College
Direct the College’s efforts to meet quantitative and qualitative enrollment goals for both campus-based and on-line new students
Hire, train, and supervise staff members in the admissions office, fostering an atmosphere of service and Christian discipleship
Participate in the development of College policies and procedures; serve on College planning and policy-making committees as assigned/requested
Direct the work of the Admissions Review Committee
Serve as one of the primary readers and interviewers in the application review process
Develop the prospect communications plan and oversee accompanying letters and materials
Collaborate with the Director of Communications on all print and electronic media used in student recruitment efforts
Ensure admissions participation in the planning of special programs such as New Student Orientation and Teen Camp
Plan the recruitment travel schedule (high school visits, college fairs, homeschool conferences and other recruitment events)
Assist the Executive Vice President and other College leaders in the establishment of enrollment goals, the evaluation of current recruiting markets and the development of new markets/programs and related initiatives
Serve as the primary contact for College Net, ensuring that the application is available on-line. Take the lead in investigating other options for the hosting of the on-line application
Cooperate with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness to ensure that surveys related to student recruitment and general college information (such as College Board, ACT, Princeton Review, etc. ) are completed in a thorough and timely manner
Promote the College by answering the questions of and meeting with prospective students and family members on campus, at homeschool conferences, college fairs, schools visits, and other events

Communicate with prospective and admitted students in a personal and focused manner

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Collaborate with the Director of Communications in the development of Web content as well as marketing and advertising priorities
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Vice President
Pursue an ongoing program of personal professional development and training
Ensure that other admissions staff members have regular opportunities for professional development and training

INTERACTION/COMMUNICATION:

Internal: Regular interaction with all other units within the college, most frequently with academic administration, communications, and student life
Nature of Communication: Formal and informal meetings, information sharing, face-to-face, phone, and e-mail
External: With prospective students and parents, guidance counselors, homeschool organizations/support groups, vendors
Nature of Communication: Advises regarding college planning, promotion of the College, coordination of programs and activities, face-to-face, phone, and e-mail

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

Provide input to the Executive Vice President for the development of the annual budget for the Office of Admissions, monitor expenditures in this unit, and be responsible for following College procedures for the use of purchase orders and travel reimbursement forms.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Vibrant Christian testimony, clear commitment to the inerrant Bible, and spiritual leadership qualities
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
5+ years of related experience
Ability to administer numerous projects/responsibilities simultaneously
Ability to hire, train, and supervise staff effectively
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Discernment and sensitivity in dealing with people and making admission decisions
Ability to function well as a member of a team

Employee Classification: Full-time, exempt

Interested candidates should submit a current vitae, list of references and a written response to Questions for Prospective Administrators (available upon request) to:

Tim Fuller
Senior Consultant
Performa Higher Education
Burlington, NC
tfuller@performahe.com

Vice President for Advancement

Patrick Henry College, a Classical Christian Liberal Arts college located in Purcellville, Virginia, seeks a new Vice President for Advancement. The Vice President for Advancement will work with and report directly to the President, facilitate the advancement efforts of the Chancellor, serve on the Cabinet, and provide leadership to the areas of Development and Communications. The successful candidate will oversee the development, implementation, and coordination of comprehensive fund-raising programs established for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding annual, major and planned gifts for the College. The College does not accept funding from the government or any other source that conflicts with our fundamental statements. The College recently dedicated a new $30 million campus center facility.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of ten years of experience in major gift fund-raising in a university or college environment, knowledge of principles and techniques of development/fund-raising, and a proven ability to build relationships with people of influence. He or she must be a results-oriented team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong leadership skills. Candidates with fund-raising experience in non-academic organizations or equivalent experience in sales or marketing may also be considered. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree desired. Must be willing to undertake extensive travel.

To apply, send cover letter, a c.v., a personal statement of your faith in Jesus Christ, a personal response to the College’s fundamental statements, an indication of salary requirements, and contact information for three references (two professional and one pastoral) to: jobs@phc.edu.

Resident Director for Men

Student Life is now accepting applications for a Male Resident Director for the 2010 - 2011 academic year. Resident Directors are responsible for the overall administration and operation of residence life. This includes being involved with the hiring, training, and supervising of Resident Assistants. Resident Directors make room assignments, assist students with a variety of problems, assist student in their growth and development and model appropriate practices and policies.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, strong communication, organizational and administrative skills, and a clear vision of the mission for the residence life program. Past Resident Assistant experience preferred. Preference given to Patrick Henry College alumni.

To apply, send cover letter, resume, a personal statement of your faith in Jesus Christ, and contacts for three references to jobs@phc.edu.