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Dear__________________:

I am seeking a challenging [ Insert Job Title ] role, and am submitting my resume for your review.

I am excited to build a rewarding career with your school and can offer cross-functional experience in Collegiate Administration, Program Development / Management, Enrollment Management, Multimedia Technology Integration, and Strategic Analysis / Planning. I am also well-versed in Project Management, Budget / Cost Control, Team Building, Marketing, Public Relations, and Community Outreach, among other areas. To complement my background, please note that I attained a Ph.D. in Education (Teaching & Learning) from Capella University, an M.S. in Education (Counseling & Guidance) from Indiana University, a B.S. in Restaurant & Food Service Management from Xxxxxx International University, and an A.A.S. in Hotel & Restaurant Management from Paul Smith s College. I also completed rigorous graduate-level Public Affairs studies from Indiana University.

Recently, in progressive leadership roles for Xxxxxx State College at Xxxxxx the most recent being Dean of Student Success I expertly led forward-thinking campus administration initiatives throughout 15 years of increasing responsibilities, including working to enhance the student experience by building strong cross-institutional relationships with a highly motivated staff focused on continual policy compliance and process improvements. Within this role, I managed departmental resources budgets ranging from $10,000 to $7.2 million while strategically mentoring and managing a top-performing team of 114 personnel. I also co-developed an AAC&U Institute on High-Impact Practices and Student Services Plan (adopted as QEP for 2014-2016), and further strengthened core relationships with academic stakeholders for a commitment to student retention and success.

A sampling of my achievements with Xxxxxx State College included:

  Contributing efforts toward two successful SACSCOC regional accreditations.

  Launching the college s first Student Assistance Program available to all students.

  Spearheading enrollment management initiatives to lead to multi-year enrollment increases.

  Successfully leading the facility s transition from Community College to State College status.

  Enhancing retention and student satisfaction by introducing a co-curricular transcript concept.

  Implementing a new full-service District Welcome Center (Call Center) as a single point-of-contact.

  Increasing student satisfaction and realizing gains in attendance by implementing new technology use.

  Building beneficial relationships with community organizations (e.g. Wounded Warriors, Salvation Army).

  Serving as Chief Student Affairs Officer, College Ombudsman, and Co-Chair of Academic Leadership Council.

[ Suggestion! Address Here Any Skills / Qualifications / Achievements Relevant to the Job Posting ]. As this is just a sampling of my abilities, please kindly refer to my enclosed resume for additional experience in leadership, counselor, and adjunct professor / instructor roles with Xxxxxx State College at Xxxxxx, Indiana University South Bend, and Purdue University.

I look forward to hearing from you, and thank you in advance for your careful consideration.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy