About the University of Denver

The University of Denver (DU), a private university, is the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, with approximately 12,900 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. DU is classified as an R1: Doctoral University – very high research activity as a Doctoral/Research University. Financial Times Higher Education, U.S. News, and The Princeton Review have consistently ranked DU among the nation’s top 100 universities and among the top three universities in the state of Colorado.

The University of Denver embodies the spirit of exploration and discovery that define our region and our history. With nationally recognized academic programs, a history of widespread influence, a forward-looking vision for a 21st-century education, and a deep commitment to promoting inclusion, we open a world of opportunity to students and empower Pioneers to make a difference around the world.

About the Enrollment Division

The Enrollment Division at the University of Denver, which consists of Undergraduate Admission and Financial Aid, seeks to attract and enroll students who will become leaders, scholars, artists, entrepreneurs, and public servants uniquely qualified to live in and shape a global society.

The admission office recognizes education as a means of individual and societal transformation, our vision is to inspire, guide, and support prospective and current students as leaders and scholars who will positively impact their communities. In our daily work, the enrollment team is guided by these values: intentional and informed decisions; integrity; diversity, equity, and inclusion; collaboration; fiscal responsibility; spirit; clear and thoughtful communication; and exceptional quality service.

The Financial Aid Office is dedicated to serving and educating students, families, colleagues, and the community through the financial aid process from pre-enrollment to program completion. We value empathy and integrity, knowledgeable and professional staff, advocacy and access, clear and consistent communication, and compliance. We have primary responsibility for the undergraduate financial aid process, and we also serve the graduate student population.

As an educational and research community, DU values curiosity, intellectual freedom, and open communication. We respect individual differences and embrace civil discourse. DU promotes caring and close individual attention. We are a community distinguished by collaboration, responsiveness, and accountability. As such, we are committed to enhancing the range of qualified faculty and staff.

About the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment

Todd Rinehart just completed his 28th year at DU and has served in the role of Vice Chancellor for Enrollment the last eight years. Prior to that he served as the Associate Vice Chancellor and Director of Admission from 2004 to 2017. Rinehart has helped elevate the University’s undergraduate reputation with unprecedented growth in enrollment, academic quality, and diversity. Rinehart previously worked at the University of Louisiana-Lafayette (La) and Bowling Green State University (OH). BGSU is also where Rinehart earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education.

Professionally, Rinehart served as the President for NACAC, and has served the national association in two other roles - as chair of NACAC’s Steering Committee on Admission Practices, a committee that wrote a new code of ethics for admission professionals, aligning emerging practices with the values and principles of the association; and prior to that, Rinehart chaired NACAC’s national Admission Practices Committee, where his team monitored and enforced compliance with NACAC’s Statement of Principles of Good Practice (SPGP).

Additionally, Rinehart is a noted speaker at local, regional, and national conferences, covering key issues related to enrollment management, college admission, and ethical practices.  He has built an admission and financial aid team that is nationally recognized and respected for delivering results, providing ethical and student-centric service, and committed to college access. 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and serving as a valued and collaborative member of the senior team, the Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Director of Admission plays an important leadership role within the division.

The successful candidate will be an approachable and collaborative leader, able to serve as a creative and nimble expert in design, implementation and administration of  student-centric strategic enrollment management programs, processes and initiatives.

Essential Functions

Specific opportunities and responsibilities for the next Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment and Director of Admission include:

Meet undergraduate enrollment objectives.

In partnership with the Vice Chancellor and senior enrollment team, the Associate Vice Chancellor will assist in the development, execution and assessment of enrollment and financial aid strategies and tactics leading to the continued development of a state-of–the art enrollment approach that addresses objectives, resources and opportunities of the 21st century. The AVC will offer innovation in the development, execution and assessment of the division’s operating policies and procedures, which have direct impact on achieving enrollment goals.

The Associate Vice Chancellor will lead metrics-driven efforts to drive key decisions related to the development and execution of admission plans and programs. They will organize, track, report and assess enrollment data to inform and shape departmental efforts in achieving enrollment and revenue goals. Further, the Associate Vice Chancellor will assist in the development of financial aid leveraging strategies. 

Create optimal team and workplace.

The Associate Vice Chancellor will recruit, hire, develop and retain a talented staff of admission counselors and enrollment services professionals. They will enhance staff development and collaboration in cultivating a team culture that aligns with, reflects and supports the enrollment division’s values and aspirations. In addition, they will identify professional development opportunities for division staff and have oversight of weekly staff meetings and summer staff retreats.

They will identify, evaluate and prioritize staffing needs and models with clear and measurable objectives. The AVC will have direct responsibility for assessing and managing staff in the file reading processes to ensure consistent, accurate, and equitable practices. The Associate Vice Chancellor will manage the staff responsible for departmental programming including, but not limited to: visit programs, file reading and evaluation, diversity recruitment, transfer recruitment, and regional admission counselors, ensuring all are working toward achieving the larger enrollment management objectives.

The AVC will offer assistance in the planning and development of the annual departmental budget and provide leadership in monitoring and assessing the budget on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. They will provide oversight and direction to assist admission counselors with the management of travel and program budgets within the larger division budget.

Serve as an industry expert and passionate representative of the University.

The AVC will represent the Division and University at a wide variety of community and professional events, both internal and external. Internally, AVC will be expected to occasionally serve on a variety of campus committees, councils, and search committees. The AVC will readily engage in speaking opportunities at school programs, conferences and other key events. They will cultivate and maintain relationships with key constituents, high schools, community-based organizations and foundations and others in advancing the goals and objectives of University enrollment.

In addition, the AVC, in coordination with the Vice Chancellor and the Director of Communications, will assist with the admission communication and marketing plans, including engagement in the creation and implementation of print, electronic and other related marketing materials. They will assist in providing brand direction, photo selection, content development and editing of communication/marketing materials and related projects, working closely with our internal marketing team as well as vendors to develop/create and execute materials for search, application and deposit campaigns.

Ensure financial accessibility for qualified students.

The Associate Vice Chancellor will work closely with the Vice Chancellor and the AVC/Director of Financial Aid to assist in the development, monitoring, assessment and planning of the financial aid budget, which includes merit awards, leveraging policies and the overall discount rate. Further, they will assist in ensuring the financial aid process is streamlined and effectively serving students through the financial aid application, awarding, and notification processes for students and families.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Experience in leading and managing staff, with direct experience in undergraduate admission management
• Demonstrated ability to develop a strong office culture and lead effective and cohesive teams
• Management style that builds on a strong organization and team, while requiring accountability and measurable results
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to help position the University to meet the changing demographic trends and financial realities of prospective students
• Ability to articulate passionately the value of private higher education and its accessibility to a broad range of students and their families
• Deep understanding of current trends and best practices in enrollment management
• Familiarity with financial aid policies and practices
• Ability to leverage data and metrics to inform and shape enrollment strategy on a continuous basis
• Strong ethical grounding with a track record of visionary and responsible leadership
• Experience with developing communication and marketing plans
• Track record of building strong systems and processes to enhance long term enrollment strategies
• An entrepreneurial nature and a proactive approach in identifying challenges and strategic solutions
• Strong listening skills, comfortable and effective at all levels of the organization
• Ability to advocate for resources, with a keen focus on demonstrable return on investment
• Experience navigating a CRM, with expertise with Slate preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
• 10 years of experience in undergraduate admission 
• Five years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) July 14, 2025.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number:
The salary grade for the position is 17.

Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.