Strategic Enrollment Specialist
Denver Seminary, Denver, CO, United States
Denver Seminary is a multidenominational graduate school committed to preparing men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the gospel and the life‑changing truth of Scripture. Through rigorous educational programs and a mentoring‑focused community, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, equipping them to lead God’s people in accomplishing His mission in the world.
General Statement of Duties The
Strategic Enrollment Specialist
manages the operational aspects of specialized cohort programs and organizational partnerships that support Denver Seminary’s strategic enrollment initiatives. This position serves as the primary staff liaison for cohort‑based programs, including the Women’s Leadership Cohort, while collaborating closely with faculty program coordinators who oversee mentoring, curriculum development, and academic delivery. The coordinator builds and maintains relationships with partner organizations, manages cohort logistics from recruitment through graduation, and ensures seamless coordination between admissions, marketing, student success, and academic departments to deliver exceptional student experiences within cohort models.
Essential Functions
Oversee operational management of all cohort‑based programs from initial partner contact through student graduation, ensuring seamless coordination between staff and faculty responsibilities.
Serve as primary staff liaison between cohort participants, partner organizations, faculty coordinators, and internal departments throughout the student lifecycle.
Develop and implement standardized processes for cohort recruitment, onboarding, communication, and completion tracking across all specialized cohorts.
Coordinate cohort‑specific Information Sessions, and recruitment events in collaboration with admissions and marketing teams.
Monitor cohort enrollment targets and conversion metrics, providing regular reports to VP of ESS and Director of Admissions on program performance and partnership effectiveness.
Manage cohort‑specific student success initiatives, working closely with the Student Success Coordinator to address unique needs of cohort participants.
Partnership Development and Management:
Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with potential partner organizations, particularly in the Denver and Colorado Springs regions, to expand cohort opportunities.
Negotiate partnership agreements working with VP and administration, including tuition benefit utilization ($5,250 organizational benefits) and scholarship coordination.
Serve as primary organizational contact for established partners including Focus on the Family, Compassion International, Young Life, Navigators, El Pomar Foundation, and other institutional partners.
Develop customized recruitment presentations and materials for specific organizational partnerships and cohort programs.
Coordinate organizational site visits, executive briefings, and partner relationship maintenance activities.
Communication and Marketing Support:
Collaborate with the MarCom team to develop cohort‑specific marketing materials, website content, and promotional strategies.
Maintain consistent communication with cohort participants through targeted email campaigns, social media engagement, and personalized outreach.
Create and manage content for cohort‑specific communications including program updates, success stories, and alumni spotlights.
Represent Denver Seminary at partner organization events, conferences, and networking opportunities to expand awareness of cohort programs.
Operations and Administration:
Coordinate with Registrar, Financial Aid, and Business Office to ensure smooth processing of cohort participant applications, enrollment, and payment processes.
Maintain accurate records in Slate CRM, J1 SIS and other institutional systems for all cohort participants and partnership activities.
Develop and manage cohort program budgets in collaboration with VP of ESS, Dean of Students and Director of Admissions.
Coordinate special events, intensives, and capstone projects specific to cohort programs.
Execute special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by VP, including cross‑departmental coordination and implementation of new enrollment and student success programs.
Coordinate VP calendar management and ESS departmental event planning including staff meetings, team building activities, recognition events, and professional development sessions.
Provide project management support for VP initiatives including board presentations, executive reporting, and strategic planning activities related to cohort programs and partnerships.
Data Management and Reporting:
Track and analyze cohort program metrics including enrollment, retention, completion rates, and partner satisfaction.
Prepare regular reports on partnership performance, cohort outcomes, and program effectiveness for VP and seminary leadership.
Maintain partnership database and communication logs to ensure consistent relationship management.
Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
2-3 years of experience in higher education, nonprofit management, relationship management, or partnership development preferred.
Experience with CRM systems, particularly Slate, preferred.
Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional presentation abilities.
Experience in customer relationship management or partnership development.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and social media platforms.
Understanding of higher education enrollment processes and student success frameworks.
Qualifications
A committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ is required, and a lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments.
Agreement with Denver Seminary’s Statement of Faith and Statement on Human Sexuality.
Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across diverse audiences.
Strategic thinking ability with attention to operational details and process improvement.
High level of initiative, creativity, and ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining clear accountability for outcomes.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and emerging opportunities.
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to anticipate and address potential challenges.
Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and organizational partners.
Loyalty to seminary leadership and commitment to institutional mission and goals.
Outcomes Denver Seminary prepares men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life‑changing truth of Scripture. Through our educational programs and mentoring process, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally in order to lead God’s people in the accomplishment of His mission in the world. The position of
Strategic Enrollment Specialist
supports this mission by:
Successful launch and management of specialized cohort programs that meet enrollment and revenue targets
Strong partnership relationships that provide sustainable enrollment pipelines and enhanced student experiences
Increased conversion rates and student satisfaction within cohort‑based programs
Efficient operational processes that support the scalable growth of cohort initiatives
Professional representation of Denver Seminary that enhances institutional reputation and partnership opportunities
Effective coordination between academic and administrative functions that ensures student success
Data‑driven insights that inform program improvements and strategic decision‑making
Typical Physical Demands and Working Conditions Normal office working conditions, including computer usage, may require occasional standing, walking, long periods of sitting, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & FAITH COMMITMENT Denver Seminary is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in all areas of ministry and operations. As a faith‑based institution, Denver Seminary exercises its legal rights to prefer candidates who affirm and support our Statement of Faith and Community Values, in a manner consistent with applicable religious exemptions under federal law.
Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants who require accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources.
Note:
Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check.
Application Deadline:
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time (MT).
Applications received after the deadline may not be considered.
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General Statement of Duties The
Strategic Enrollment Specialist
manages the operational aspects of specialized cohort programs and organizational partnerships that support Denver Seminary’s strategic enrollment initiatives. This position serves as the primary staff liaison for cohort‑based programs, including the Women’s Leadership Cohort, while collaborating closely with faculty program coordinators who oversee mentoring, curriculum development, and academic delivery. The coordinator builds and maintains relationships with partner organizations, manages cohort logistics from recruitment through graduation, and ensures seamless coordination between admissions, marketing, student success, and academic departments to deliver exceptional student experiences within cohort models.
Essential Functions
Oversee operational management of all cohort‑based programs from initial partner contact through student graduation, ensuring seamless coordination between staff and faculty responsibilities.
Serve as primary staff liaison between cohort participants, partner organizations, faculty coordinators, and internal departments throughout the student lifecycle.
Develop and implement standardized processes for cohort recruitment, onboarding, communication, and completion tracking across all specialized cohorts.
Coordinate cohort‑specific Information Sessions, and recruitment events in collaboration with admissions and marketing teams.
Monitor cohort enrollment targets and conversion metrics, providing regular reports to VP of ESS and Director of Admissions on program performance and partnership effectiveness.
Manage cohort‑specific student success initiatives, working closely with the Student Success Coordinator to address unique needs of cohort participants.
Partnership Development and Management:
Identify, cultivate, and maintain relationships with potential partner organizations, particularly in the Denver and Colorado Springs regions, to expand cohort opportunities.
Negotiate partnership agreements working with VP and administration, including tuition benefit utilization ($5,250 organizational benefits) and scholarship coordination.
Serve as primary organizational contact for established partners including Focus on the Family, Compassion International, Young Life, Navigators, El Pomar Foundation, and other institutional partners.
Develop customized recruitment presentations and materials for specific organizational partnerships and cohort programs.
Coordinate organizational site visits, executive briefings, and partner relationship maintenance activities.
Communication and Marketing Support:
Collaborate with the MarCom team to develop cohort‑specific marketing materials, website content, and promotional strategies.
Maintain consistent communication with cohort participants through targeted email campaigns, social media engagement, and personalized outreach.
Create and manage content for cohort‑specific communications including program updates, success stories, and alumni spotlights.
Represent Denver Seminary at partner organization events, conferences, and networking opportunities to expand awareness of cohort programs.
Operations and Administration:
Coordinate with Registrar, Financial Aid, and Business Office to ensure smooth processing of cohort participant applications, enrollment, and payment processes.
Maintain accurate records in Slate CRM, J1 SIS and other institutional systems for all cohort participants and partnership activities.
Develop and manage cohort program budgets in collaboration with VP of ESS, Dean of Students and Director of Admissions.
Coordinate special events, intensives, and capstone projects specific to cohort programs.
Execute special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by VP, including cross‑departmental coordination and implementation of new enrollment and student success programs.
Coordinate VP calendar management and ESS departmental event planning including staff meetings, team building activities, recognition events, and professional development sessions.
Provide project management support for VP initiatives including board presentations, executive reporting, and strategic planning activities related to cohort programs and partnerships.
Data Management and Reporting:
Track and analyze cohort program metrics including enrollment, retention, completion rates, and partner satisfaction.
Prepare regular reports on partnership performance, cohort outcomes, and program effectiveness for VP and seminary leadership.
Maintain partnership database and communication logs to ensure consistent relationship management.
Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
2-3 years of experience in higher education, nonprofit management, relationship management, or partnership development preferred.
Experience with CRM systems, particularly Slate, preferred.
Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional presentation abilities.
Experience in customer relationship management or partnership development.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and social media platforms.
Understanding of higher education enrollment processes and student success frameworks.
Qualifications
A committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ is required, and a lifestyle consistent with the Seminary’s Community Values and Behavioral Commitments.
Agreement with Denver Seminary’s Statement of Faith and Statement on Human Sexuality.
Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across diverse audiences.
Strategic thinking ability with attention to operational details and process improvement.
High level of initiative, creativity, and ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining clear accountability for outcomes.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and emerging opportunities.
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to anticipate and address potential challenges.
Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and organizational partners.
Loyalty to seminary leadership and commitment to institutional mission and goals.
Outcomes Denver Seminary prepares men and women to engage the needs of the world with the redemptive power of the Gospel and the life‑changing truth of Scripture. Through our educational programs and mentoring process, the Seminary challenges students to grow spiritually, intellectually, and professionally in order to lead God’s people in the accomplishment of His mission in the world. The position of
Strategic Enrollment Specialist
supports this mission by:
Successful launch and management of specialized cohort programs that meet enrollment and revenue targets
Strong partnership relationships that provide sustainable enrollment pipelines and enhanced student experiences
Increased conversion rates and student satisfaction within cohort‑based programs
Efficient operational processes that support the scalable growth of cohort initiatives
Professional representation of Denver Seminary that enhances institutional reputation and partnership opportunities
Effective coordination between academic and administrative functions that ensures student success
Data‑driven insights that inform program improvements and strategic decision‑making
Typical Physical Demands and Working Conditions Normal office working conditions, including computer usage, may require occasional standing, walking, long periods of sitting, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & FAITH COMMITMENT Denver Seminary is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence in all areas of ministry and operations. As a faith‑based institution, Denver Seminary exercises its legal rights to prefer candidates who affirm and support our Statement of Faith and Community Values, in a manner consistent with applicable religious exemptions under federal law.
Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants who require accommodation during the application process should contact Human Resources.
Note:
Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check.
Application Deadline:
Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time (MT).
Applications received after the deadline may not be considered.
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