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Project Manager, Enrollment and Student Success

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Jan 23, 2026

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The Office of Enrollment and Student Success ( ESS) is a mission-driven organization providing a cohesive experience throughout all phases of the student lifecycle, from the pre-college programs to career services with a strong focus on admissions and the enrollment process through graduation and beyond, by supporting a connected, comprehensive and student-centered approach to the student experience. The ESS division includes the offices of pre-college programs, the visitor center, undergraduate admissions, graduate enrollment management, career services, student financial assistance, student success, the student services hub and enrollment operations. ESS is committed to a student-first mentality, utilizing a data-driven approach to continuous assessment and improvement across the organization. Most importantly, our goal is to ensure an outstanding experience for students. The Project Manager, Enrollment and Student Success performs a wide range of activities to facilitate the organized and efficient flow of enrollment support activities within ESS and across the university. Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment and Student Success, this individual will provide strategic programming oversight across the ESS organization as well as provide support and/or coordination of strategic initiatives including the strategic enrollment management plan, the college enrollment meetings, and other projects with high visibility and impact. Responsibilities include: Supports ESS team leads in the alignment and integration of unit initiatives with strategic enrollment goals Plays a key role in coordinating VP materials and presentations for University Leadership and Board of Trustee meetings Builds and maintains strong collaborative relationships with institutional leadership and key colleagues; cultivates campus wide relationships and communication with campus stakeholders to elevate visibility and understanding of SEM plan goals and enrollment initiatives Develops internal policies and processes that create efficiencies and best practices across the organization and create documentation that reflects the details of these policies and practices for clarity and consistency. Lead enrollment planning and annual reporting efforts for ESS, developing and maintain high-level knowledge of each unit's functions, needs and priorities in conjunction Coordinate cross-functional teams to support collaboration across functional areas and operationalize short- and long-term ESS vision and plans Designs, implements, and supports the implementation of approved strategic initiatives. Meets regularly with department heads to review all enrollment related concerns, preparing for annual reporting and forecasting exercises. Respond to emerging needs through the development of plans, and the implementation of (or support for) renovations, events and projects, and working with partners with internal and external constituents Creates professional development strategies and opportunities across the unit, providing recommendations for ways to enhance service delivery for ESS Develops and delivers training across the organization to ensure compliance with internal and external policies and procedures Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	Outstanding interpersonal, and customer service skills. Flexibility and adaptability. A demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Should be a self-starter with outstanding demonstrated initiative, capable of operating independently on a daily basis. Experience with enrollment work; ideally at a large institution is desired.
Hiring Range	$72,235.20 - $99,250.68
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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Enrollment Management
Family	Finance and Business
Sub-Family	Project Management
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	M-F, 8:30-5
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	On-campus (in person)
Telework:	No
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	Yes (University Wide)
Posting Number:	S014015
Job Open Date:	01/23/2026
Job Close Date:	01/26/2026
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.