Career Center

1. Personnel Management. Plan, direct, and manage the work activities of department staff, which includes hiring, training, performance evaluation, prioritizing work, leading staff meetings, and supporting professional development. Staff assignments cover a range of expertise, including computer database management, marketing, student development, word processing, information specialties, office administration, program planning, and program delivery. Develop and maintain office policies and procedures and manage department operating budgets.

2. Enrollment Management and Marketing. Provide leadership to the University in the strategies for development and implementation of Enrollment Management and Marketing consistent with the objectives and missions of the institution by providing appropriate information to prospective students, high school and community college counselors, parents of prospective students, and faculty/staff of this institution. Duties include development and management of marketing and communications related to admissions to the University in various formats such as print, social media, television, telecommunication, and digital media; management of student prospect data assembly; oversight of admissions representative visits to multiple states to attend national and regional fairs, College Nights, high schools and community colleges; communications with secondary schools and school counseling staff; communication with community college administration and staff which supports MN State Transfer Pathway programs; directing of the advance placement programs; research and assessment of statistics and outcomes in cooperation with the Office of Institution Research to report on results and innovation solutions; coordination with departments such as Housing and Residential Life, Warrior Success Center, Alumni Engagement, Information Technology, and Equity and Inclusive Excellence on promotion activities and events.

3. Admissions. Direct the development and implementation of all policies and procedures necessary to manage the recruitment and processing of applications efficiently while generating revenue for the University. Manage the academic credential evaluation and processing of undergraduate applications for admission (including first-year, transfers PSEO, undergraduate specials, high school specials, and ACE) in alignment with strategic planning and projection from institutional research. Maintain up to date information on the vast academic programs at the University. Responsible for undergraduate admission decisions on admitted students, being sensitive to data privacy, and Affirmative Action guidelines. Assist in the registration process for first-year, transfer, and international students. Consult with the Admission Review Committee regarding deferral and appeals. Administer the Resident Tuition Scholarship program that allows high academic first-year, transfer, and under-represented students in-state tuition fees. Manage State residency programs and determinations for all undergraduate and graduate students.

4. Transfer Evaluation. Develop and administer the policies and procedures for course articulation for all transfer students as they pertain to Winona State requirements for Minnesota Transfer Curriculum, WSU general education and majors or minors. Responsible for the evaluation of all transfer coursework for newly admitted students, including collegiate, technical, and military courses. Produce course equivalency tables for major feeder community colleges. Develop and implement joint admission agreements with various Minnesota Community Colleges. Monitor the transferability of credit from technical colleges.

5. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of Winona State University. Including but not limited to continuously monitoring state-wide, regional, national, and international trends for both education and enrollment; serving on committees; attending meetings, conferences, workshops, and seminars related, which provide continuous growth and development; assist the Financial Aid office in awarding Presidential Honor Scholarship.

Working Conditions

A complete online application will include:
1. A cover letter which addresses the qualifications listed previously;

2. Curriculum Vitae/ Resume;

3. Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate);

4. A statement explaining your personal or professional experiences in working with diverse populations (such as persons from differing race / ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, gender, or mental and physical ability) as well as how the applicant would contribute toward a diverse and inclusive academic and employment culture and community at Winona State University. Statements should be 1 page or less;

5. Contact Information for at least 3 references, with addresses and telephone numbers.

About Winona State University: Founded in 1858, Winona State University (WSU) is the oldest member of the Minnesota State System of colleges and universities. Today WSU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students across two campuses in Winona and Rochester, Minnesota (MN). Winona State was named the second-best public institution in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report's