Job Description

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

Position Title

XOCOM Assistant Dean for Admissions

FLSA

Exempt

Department

Office Of Academic Affairs

Job Summary

Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Dean for Admissions. The Assistant Dean for Admissions is responsible for leading the recruitment, selection, and enrollment of qualified students, ensuring the school's admissions policies align with its mission and goals. This involves developing and implementing strategic recruitment and marketing plans, managing the admissions process, and collaborating with faculty and staff.

About Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (

XOCOM

)

In February 2024, the Xavier University of Louisiana Board of Trustees and the Ochsner Health Board of Directors approved the partnership to develop the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM). Becoming the fifth allopathic Historically Black College and University (HBCU) medical school in the country.

Xavier University of Louisiana (Xavier) stands as a recognized leader in STEM and health science, producing more African American students who graduate from medical school each year than any other university in the country. Ochsner Health (Ochsner), Louisiana's largest, academic health system with a long track record of excellence in medical education, is committed to exceptional, patient-centered care and Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans is the tertiary and quaternary care for Louisiana and the surrounding region. As the largest physician-led clinically integrated network in the Gulf South, the Ochsner Health Network operates 46 hospitals and treated more than 1.5 million patients in 2022.

Xavier and Ochsner have been working together since the early 1980s. Through their ongoing partnership, Ochsner Health and Xavier University of Louisiana have advanced healthcare equity through several programs, including a program for physician assistants that has already graduated 108 students. By creating this new medical school, XOCOM is taking a big step toward improving healthcare for all the communities they serve. Together, they will train doctors who care deeply about their patients and understand the importance of diversity and high-quality medicine. In addition, Ochsner has 33 wide-ranging, accredited residency and fellowship programs.

By creating this new medical school, XOCOM is taking a big step toward improving healthcare for all the communities they serve. Together, they will train doctors who care deeply about their patients and understand the importance of health outcomes for all and high-quality medicine.

Minimum Qualifications

MD, DO, PhD, EdD, or equivalent degree with a min of 5 years of academic medicine administration experience in such roles as assistant/associate dean, course director, residency director, or clerkship director at an LCME-accredited US Medical School. Knowledge of and prior experience with medical school admissions.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a senior leadership role within a higher education setting, preferably in admissions. Experience in working with academic and administrative departments and developing and implementing academic policies and procedures.

Special Requirements Summary

Work Hours

Full time


KSA's

Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

Demonstrated leadership success in academia and admissions. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning. Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships, think creatively and solve problems. Performs detailed work in a deadline-driven environment with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders (e.g., faculty, co-workers, students, community members) and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Ability to effectively mentor diverse individuals. Excellent team-building skills and the ability to work with all constituencies in a unique environment of medical education in the context of the XOCOM, Ochsner Health and Xavier University of Louisiana relationship. Maintained strong work ethic, an approachable leadership style, and a consistent focus on Student Affairs' immediate and strategic goals. Demonstrated ability utilizing technology to facilitate and strengthen student affairs activities. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of medical student admissions.





Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

Lead the development and execution of XOCOM's admissions and enrollment strategy


Oversee the holistic admissions process, including but limited to review of applications, coordination of interview days as well as final selection procedures


Monitor and manage communications with prospective and admitted students


Collaborate with the registrar, financial aid, student affairs, and other XOCOM offices in any XOCOM admissions and enrollment related concerns


Represent XOCOM in recruitment events (local, regional, national)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

Design and facilitate admissions committee orientation (program, materials, etc.)


Serve, support and facilitate meetings of the admissions committee


Ensure compliance with XOCOM / Xavier University of Louisiana policies, federal/state regulations, and accreditation requirements


Manage all admissions-related budgets

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

Utilize data analytics to guide enrollment planning and recruitment


Be responsible for reporting requirements for admissions


Work with and implement continuous quality improvement (CQI) as it pertains to enrollment management

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

Partner with undergraduate institutions and design pathway programs


Manage and mentor a team of admissions professionals.
Utilize admissions management software and AMCAS application system





Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S466P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

10/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Date

08/13/2025

Application Review Date

Closing Date

03/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Attach online your resume/CV, cover letter and contact information for three references.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3628


About Xavier

About Xavier

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.