Administrative Positions

8//20/26

The Texas Lutheran University Division of Student Affairs invites applications for the Director of First Year Experience & Student Transitions. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Students for Retention, this position provides strategic leadership for the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive first-year and transition initiatives that promote student success, engagement, and retention.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the implementation of strategic goals for the division that support TLU’s institutional strategic plan.
• Administer and supervise the First Year Experience & Student Transitions department and staff.
• Lead the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive first-year experience and student transition initiatives.
• Oversee New Student Orientation, the Peer Mentor Program, Parent and Family Programs, and academic progress initiatives for first-year students.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, Advising, faculty, and campus partners to support student success, engagement, and retention.
• Coordinate campus-wide programming that promotes a successful transition for first-year, transfer, first-generation, multicultural, and other specialized student populations.
• Support coordinated care for students experiencing academic, personal, social, or transitional challenges through collaboration with campus resources.
• Develop proactive outreach, monitor & intervene in early alert systems, mentoring, and engagement programs that foster student belonging, persistence, and academic achievement.
• Manage departmental budgets, assessment plans, vendor partnerships, and staffing.
• Establish metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of orientation, transition, and first-year success initiatives.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership on student success, engagement, assessment, and outcomes.
• Utilize data, assessment, and evidence-based practices to guide continuous improvement and strategic planning.
• Maintain departmental communications, including websites, portal, and social media content
• Serve on divisional and university committees, task forces, and collaborative initiatives that advance student success and institutional priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements for Position:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, Adult Education, Student Personnel, or a related field preferred.
• Two (2) to four (4) years or more of progressively responsible experience in First Year Experience, Student Transitions, Orientation, Student Success, Retention, or related areas within higher education.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive first-year experience, orientation, transition, and student success programs.
• Strong leadership, organizational, project management, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and campus partners to advance student success and retention initiatives.
• Ability to establish rapport, build relationships, and effectively support a diverse student population.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience using assessment data and evaluation methods to inform program development, strategic planning, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and other higher education technology platforms.
• Ability to supervise, develop, and evaluate professional and student staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive student information.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary to support orientation programs, transition initiatives, and university events.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive, including:

• Professional development support provided.

Position Application Information:

Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. For more information about TLU, consult our web site at www.tlu.edu.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a TLU application, resume, cover letter, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources

Texas Lutheran University

1000 W. Court Street

Seguin, Texas 78155

Fax: (830) 372-6409

E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu

A TLU application is mandatory for all TLU applicants. Position will remain open until filled. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

Texas Lutheran University (TLU) is an official U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking fourth on the list for “Best Value,” third for “Best Colleges for Veterans,” and eighth overall. This is the eleventh consecutive year TLU has been featured in the U.S. News and World Report rankings. Other notable recognitions include TLU’s acknowledgment as a “Best Southwest” school by The Princeton Review. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is also subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA).

6/24/26

Texas Lutheran University invites applications for the position of Director for Graduate Admissions & Degree Completion Programs. This leadership position is responsible for the strategic recruitment, enrollment, and growth of TLU’s graduate and adult undergraduate degree completion programs.

The Director will provide vision, leadership, and operational oversight for all aspects of graduate and degree completion enrollment, from prospect generation through enrollment. This individual will play a critical role in expanding TLU’s presence in the marketplace, building strategic partnerships, and supporting the development of new academic programs that meet the needs of today’s learners and workforce.

Key Responsibilities

The Director for Graduate Admission & Degree Completion Programs will:

• Develop and implement a multi-year strategic enrollment plan for graduate and degree completion programs that support institutional growth and enrollment objectives.
• Lead and oversee all recruitment activities for graduate and adult undergraduate students, including virtual, on-campus, and off-campus engagement opportunities.
• Achieve annual enrollment goals and key performance indicators established by university leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate, community, and educational partners in collaboration with the Office of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships.
• Represent Texas Lutheran University at recruitment events, conferences, partnership meetings, and professional associations.
• Manage the admissions process from inquiry through enrollment, including applicant outreach, credential evaluation, admissions counseling, and interviews.
• Utilize market research, enrollment data, and industry trends to optimize recruitment strategies, identify new student markets, and inform future program development.
• Collaborate with the Office of Marketing and Communications to develop and execute marketing strategies that communicate program value, career outcomes, and TLU’s distinct advantages in the marketplace.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate graduate and degree completion admissions staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and student-centered service.
• Plan and execute recruitment events and outreach initiatives that attract prospective students and increase awareness of TLU’s academic offerings.
• Serve as the primary liaison between admissions, faculty, and program directors to align recruitment strategies with program goals and enrollment targets.
• Prepare enrollment reports, market analyses, recruitment forecasts, and key performance updates for senior leadership.
• Contribute to the research, development, and implementation of new academic programs and enrollment processes that support institutional priorities.
• Coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Six(6) years or more of experience in college enrollment management, including supervisory experience. 
• Strong understanding of current admissions trends and strategies. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet enrollment goals. 
• Experience with CRM systems; familiarity with Technolutions Slate preferred. 
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with a standard indoor work environment. 
• Regular evening and weekend responsibilities. 
• Overnight travel required.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary and benefits are competitive, including professional development opportunities.

Working Conditions

Overnight travel required.

Primarily office-based with a standard indoor work environment. 

Regular evening and weekend responsibilities. 

A TLU application is mandatory for all TLU applicants. Position will remain open until filled. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. 

Texas Lutheran University (TLU) is an official U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking fourth on the list for “Best Value,” third for “Best Colleges for Veterans,” and eighth overall. This is the eleventh consecutive year TLU has been featured in the U.S. News and World Report rankings. Other notable recognitions include TLU’s acknowledgment as a “Best Southwest” school by The Princeton Review. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is also subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA).