Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success

Category : : Full-time Staff

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Department : : Student Affairs

Locations : : Lowell, MA

Posted : : Dec 15, 2025

Closes : : Jan 30, 2026 - 11 : 59 PM EST

Type : : Full-time

Position ID : : 195663

About Middlesex Community College :

Middlesex Community College (MCC) is seeking a visionary Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success to join the College's leadership team. This leader will become part of a strong, mission-driven institution that is deeply committed to equitable student success, academic excellence, and community engagement. MCC is well-positioned for the future and welcomes innovative, collaborative, and student-centered administrators who are excited to help shape the next era of the College to apply to this exceptional opportunity.

Founded in 1970, MCC is a dynamic, student-centered institution dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and high quality education that transforms lives and strengthens the economic and cultural vitality of the communities that we serve. We prepare learners of all backgrounds for meaningful careers, continued education, and lifelong learning through a mission grounded in academic excellence, innovation, and equity.

MCC recently achieved a highly successful NECHE reaccreditation, with our 10-year comprehensive evaluation affirming the College's institutional strengths, academic rigor, and strategic direction. This accomplishment reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff and reinforces our commitment to continuous improvement and exemplary educational quality. The College is currently in the process of revisions to its strategic plan to align with the Community Vibrancy Framework and renewed workforce emphasis. A hallmark of MCC is our leadership in career-integrated learning, connecting students with real-world experiences through employer partnerships, experiential learning, work-based opportunities, and academic pathways closely aligned with industry needs. These programs position students for long term success in a rapidly evolving workforce. With campuses in Bedford and Lowell, and a robust and expanding portfolio of online and hybrid learning options, MCC serves a diverse student population and meaningfully contributes to the vibrancy and cultural richness of the region. The College has a strong partnership with nationally recognized, Achieving the Dream (ATD), and actively works to implement the Community Vibrancy Framework which fosters inclusion, belonging, and engagement for students ensuring that educational gains translate into real-world economic and social benefits for the entire community.

Looking ahead, MCC is advancing a Facilities Master Plan designed to modernize learning spaces, enhance student centered environments, and support the next generation of academic and workforce programs. This work represents an important part of our vision for a future-forward institution that meets the evolving needs of our students and our region.

MCC is home to dedicated, collaborative, and mission-driven faculty and staff who value innovation, professional growth, and a shared commitment to transforming students' lives. We invite strong, forward-thinking leaders to apply for this position and join our community to contribute to the continued excellence and impact of Middlesex Community College.

Job Description :

Title : Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success

Unit : Non-Unit Professional ( NUP )

Department : Student Affairs Division

Reports to : President of Middlesex Community College

Date : December 15, 2025

General Summary : The Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success serves as the College's chief student affairs officer and provides visionary and inclusive leadership for comprehensive student services that foster belonging, community vibrancy, and student success. Reporting directly to the President, this position oversees the College's Enrollment Management and Student Affairs functions, ensuring a seamless, student-centered experience from recruitment through graduation.

The Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Success provides strategic oversight for Enrollment Management, including Admissions, Registrar's Office, Financial Aid, Enrollment Services, and the International Student Office as well the Dean of Students Office, SUCCESS Scholars Program, TRIO Programs, Student Access and Support Services (SASS), Wellness Center, Academic Support Programs (ACE), and the Office of Student Engagement, working collaboratively across divisions to align policies, practices, and resources with MCC's mission which emphasizes access, early momentum, milestone progress, and mobility as pathways to individual and community vibrancy.

Duties and Responsibilities :

1. Strategic Leadership and Planning

• Serve as a key member of the President's Leadership Council (PLC), providing leadership in all matters related to student success, community vibrancy, and the overall student experience.
• Lead and integrate student affairs and enrollment management planning, assessment, and continuous improvement processes aligned with MCC's Strategic Plan
• Develop and oversee strategies that advance student access, belonging, retention, completion, and post-graduation success.
• Collaborate with the Provost / Vice President of Academic Affairs and other PLC members to implement Guided Pathways, Navigate (EAB), and data-informed student success initiatives.

2. Enrollment Management Oversight

3. Student Development and Support

4. Community Vibrancy and Student Advocacy

5. Collaboration and Institutional Effectiveness

6. Leadership and Supervision

7. Community and External Relations

Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Additional Information :

Salary Range : $180,000 - $190,000; actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include :

Location : Lowell and Bedford campuses as needed

Hours : 37.5 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire

Expected Start Date : July 2026

Application Deadline : January 30, 2026

Application Instructions :

All applicants must apply online by submitting :

Pre-Employment Requirements :

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.edu .

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or careers@middlesex.edu .