Director of Enrollment Management Imperial Valley

Join Our Team as the Director of Enrollment Management at SDSU Imperial Valley!
The Enrollment Services team at San Diego State University (SDSU) plays a vital role in shaping the academic journey of every student, from their first point of interest through graduation. We’re seeking an experienced and student-focused Director of Enrollment Management to lead recruitment, admissions, and registration operations at our SDSU Imperial Valley campus. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact by expanding access to higher education, enhancing enrollment processes, and supporting the success of students in one of California’s most dynamic and diverse regions.

What You'll Do:
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services, with a dotted line to the Dean of the Imperial Valley Campus, the Director of Enrollment Management provides leadership and strategic direction for all enrollment operations at SDSU Imperial Valley.

As a key member of the Enrollment Services leadership team, you will:

• Lead and develop staff overseeing admissions, recruitment, and registrar operations at the Imperial Valley campus.
  
• Design and implement strategic recruitment plans that increase access and attract students from Imperial County and beyond.
  
• Collaborate with campus and community partners to promote SDSU-IV’s academic programs and student opportunities.
  
• Oversee admissions operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in application processing, transcript review, and communication with applicants.
  
• Monitor enrollment trends and coordinate with academic leadership to align course availability with student demand.
  
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to support enrollment goals.
  
• Represent SDSU-IV at community events, college fairs, and outreach programs, serving as an ambassador for the university’s mission and values.
  

This position works closely with university leaders in San Diego and Imperial Valley to meet enrollment goals, streamline operations, and strengthen the university’s connection to the local community.

Why Join Us?
Impactful Leadership: Shape the future of SDSU Imperial Valley by driving student access, recruitment, and enrollment success.
Collaborative Culture: Partner with campus leaders, faculty, and staff in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
Community Connection: Engage with schools, families, and community organizations to make higher education more accessible and inclusive.
Professional Growth: Contribute to innovative initiatives in enrollment strategy and student success at a growing bi-national campus.

Position Information

• This is a full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
  
• Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
  
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
  
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU Imperial Valley with occasional travel to SDSU Main campus in San Diego.
  

Department Summary
Enrollment Services oversees and delivers a comprehensive range of student-facing functions, bringing together the following portfolios: Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions; the Office of the Registrar; Prospective Student Services; Financial Aid and Scholarship Services; Out-of-State Recruitment and Strategic Partnerships; International Recruitment; and Enrollment Services Communications. Enrollment Services implements SDSU’s enrollment management policies and practices, supports students at all stages of their academic journey, and ensures that all applicants, admitted students, and current students receive seamless, timely, and equitable service. Through collaboration with academic units and campus partners, Enrollment Services plays a key role in helping SDSU attract, enroll, and support a diverse student population, aligning institutional goals with individual student success.

For more information regarding Enrollment Services, click here .

SDSU Imperial Valley brings the academic excellence of San Diego State University to the heart of California’s Imperial Valley region, offering a uniquely accessible and community-focused educational experience. With small classes, personalized faculty engagement, and a commitment to access and excellence, SDSU IV provides both undergraduate and graduate degree options, as well as teaching credentials, in a setting that connects students to both local opportunities and global relevance. At SDSU IV, students benefit from the full resources of the university system alongside the supportive environment of a regional campus. Campus services, academic programs, and research initiatives that reflect the region’s distinct culture and needs, while promoting student success, professional readiness, and community impact.

For more information regarding SDSU Imperial Valley, click here .

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, enrollment management, and/or college admissions.
  
• Experience advising or counseling diverse, underrepresented, and first-generation students is highly desirable.
  
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
  
• Experience managing staff and overseeing operations in a complex or collective bargaining environment.
  
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and training programs.
  

Key Qualifications

• Strong leadership to manage a highly visible and critical unit in a service-oriented department.
  
• Ability to analyze data and evaluate enrollment trends to inform recruitment and admissions strategies.
  
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills.
  
• Knowledge of organizational structures, university systems, and enrollment policies, preferably within the CSU or SDSU.
  
• Experience using student information systems, CRM platforms, and Microsoft Office/Google applications preferred.
  
• Strong customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to travel and work evenings or weekends to support recruitment and outreach activities.
  
• Deep knowledge of Imperial County demographics and educational trends is preferred.
  

Compensation and Benefits

At San Diego State University, we value our team members and offer competitive salaries that reflect your qualifications and experience. But that’s just the beginning! Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
  
• Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
  
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
  
• Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
  
• Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.
  

The expected hiring range for this position is $80,000-$96,000 annually

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by November 16, 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here .

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Casie Martinez at cmartinez12@sdsu.edu.

Advertised: Oct 24 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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