Kimberly Self
Clovis
Summary
Student development leader with over 18 years of progressive leadership experience in Christian and public higher education. Experienced in supervising professional and student staff, managing budgets, developing and enforcing institutional policies, responding to crisis situations, and advancing holistic student success. Demonstrated ability to build collaborative campus partnerships, support student wellness and conduct processes, and align departmental vision with institutional mission. Committed to Christ-centered leadership, relational engagement, and fostering environments where students thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Subject Matter Expert
Texas University Global
Texas City, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Develop a full curriculum for the courses in Leadership and Conflict Management, including: Designing course materials for online delivery.
- Working in partnership with a course designer.
- Crafting quizzes and assignments to evaluate comprehension and practical application of the material.
- Constructing a final project that applies the learned concepts to a tangible leadership challenge.
- Develop effective training materials for diverse audiences, resulting in improved skill sets and increased job satisfaction.
- Optimize subject matter content by conducting extensive research and incorporating industry trends.
Associate Director Admissions and Recruitment
California State University
Fresno, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Supervise and mentor admissions leads and team members, providing performance evaluations, coaching, and professional development.
- Manage departmental fiscal operations, including staff salaries and operational budgets, ensuring responsible stewardship of university resources.
- Lead cross-campus collaboration with Financial Aid, Registrar, Student Affairs, Academic Departments, and Marketing to support student success initiatives.
- Participate in strategic planning and policy implementation to support enrollment management and institutional effectiveness.
- Oversee complex student situations requiring discretion, confidentiality, and sound policy interpretation.
- Represent the university at conferences and community events, fostering strong partnerships with secondary and postsecondary institutions.
- Ensure compliance with FERPA and CSU regulatory policies.
Interim Director Admissions and Recruitment
California State University
Fresno, CA
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Directed multi-unit operations including customer service, events, campus visits, recruitment, and processing teams.
- Managed multimillion-dollar departmental budget and implemented strategic fiscal planning.
- Led hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance evaluation of staff.
- Facilitated monthly staff meetings to strengthen communication, morale, and team cohesion.
- Collaborated with Student Affairs and campus leadership to align divisional strategy with the university’s five-year strategic plan.
- Navigated complex student cases requiring policy interpretation, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Associate Registrar
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided leadership and staff development within a Christian higher education environment.
- Managed academic records, degree conferral, registration, classroom scheduling, commencement, and academic appeals.
- Developed and implemented institutional policies and procedures in alignment with university priorities.
- Ensured compliance with WASC, Department of Education, FERPA, NCAA, Veteran reporting, and institutional assessment standards.
- Served on the University Emergency Management Team and contributed to campus continuity planning.
- Developed and implemented a Business Continuity Plan supporting operational stability and student services.
- Managed operational budget and strategic planning for the department.
- Collaborated closely with Student Life, Academic Affairs, and Enrollment teams to support holistic student development.
Registrar Operations Manager
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Supervised professional and student staff, ensuring efficient daily operations.
- Maintained compliance with FERPA and university regulations.
- Led transition to paperless records system and new catalog software implementation.
- Managed Registrar webpage and student record systems.
Assistant to the Dean- School of Business
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Supported academic program operations, faculty hiring, scheduling, and accreditation documentation.
- Managed operational budget, reconciled expenses, and processed contracts.
- Collaborated with Institutional Effectiveness on accreditation and assessment reporting.
- Supervised office staff and coordinated faculty communication.
Freshman Mentor, Student Services Coordinator, and Student Success Manager
DeVry University
Fresno, CA
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Supervised academic advising, financial aid, and student services staff.
- Served as Code of Conduct and Academic Integrity Judicial Officer, conducting hearings and implementing corrective measures.
- Functioned as Security and Safety Incident Commander during campus incidents.
- Coordinated disability accommodations and student wellness referrals.
- Managed student services budget and retention initiatives.
- Facilitated workshops and programming focused on student engagement and persistence.
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA01-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Fresno State
Fresno, CA01-2001
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA01-1998
Skills
- Student Development Leadership
- Supervision of Professional & Student Staff
- Crisis Response & Incident Management
- Student Conduct & Community Standards
- Budget Development & Fiscal Oversight
- Student Wellness & Accommodation Coordination
- Strategic Planning & Assessment
- Policy Development & Institutional Compliance
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration
- Faith-Based Leadership & Mission Integration
Timeline
Subject Matter Expert
Texas University Global
07.2023 - Current
Interim Director Admissions and Recruitment
California State University
07.2023 - 07.2024
Associate Director Admissions and Recruitment
California State University
01.2019 - Current
Associate Registrar
Fresno Pacific University
01.2017 - 01.2019
Registrar Operations Manager
Fresno Pacific University
01.2014 - 01.2017
Assistant to the Dean- School of Business
Fresno Pacific University
01.2012 - 01.2014
Freshman Mentor, Student Services Coordinator, and Student Success Manager
DeVry University
01.2007 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Fresno State
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Cuesta College
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Fresno Pacific University
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Fresno Fire Department Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Volunteer, 2018, Present, Fresno Fire Department Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Volunteer 2018-Present, New Hope Community Church- Sunday School Teacher 2022-Present, New Hope Community Church- Worship Team 2013-Present
COMMITTEE & LEADERSHIP INVOLVEMENT
- University Emergency Management Team
- Strategic Enrollment Planning Committees
- Admissions Appeals Committees
- Student Disqualification & Exception Committees
- WASC & Accreditation Support Committees
- Enrollment Management Task Forces
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- Vice President’s Award for Excellence in Enrollment Management (2023)
- Customer Service Excellence Award (2021, 2022)
- Fresno Fire Department Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Volunteer Recognition
FAITH & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
- Active member, New Hope Community Church
Sunday School Teacher
Worship Team Member - Committed to integrating Christian faith into leadership, mentorship, and student development.
- Experience serving within Christ-centered higher education environments.