Diversity & Inclusion Admissions Counselor - Admissions - 19338

ATTENTION:

The Department of Admissions at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater seeks a Diversity and Inclusion Admissions Counselor (Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator II (AE084).

Academic staff positions are provided fixed term appointments with annual renewals unless otherwise noted. Reappointment for subsequent terms is dependent upon performance, university funding and external forces.

JOB DETAILS:

The Diversity and Inclusion Admissions Counselor assists prospective students in navigating the college selection process. This is a 12-month, full-time position that reports to the Assistant Director of Admissions, and will be responsible for recruiting, admitting and enrolling a talented and diverse student body. This position will establish and maintain relationships with prospective students, parents, and high school counselors and will handle application review and admission decisions for their region. In addition to general admission duties, this position is responsible for developing and implementing targeted outreach efforts to multicultural, diverse and underrepresented students. The individual will present information to prospective students during scheduled daily visit presentations, will assist during campus open house events, and will perform other duties as assigned by the director. Domestic travel is required, especially during the fall and spring recruitment seasons.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

· Earned Bachelor’s degree

· Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license)

· Minimum of one-year experience in admissions, recruitment, higher education, K-12 system or marketing related field

• Strong written communication and public speaking skills

Desired Qualifications:

· Fluency in Spanish and/or a second language

· Strong organizational and event planning skills

· Professional experience working with students and/or individuals from diverse backgrounds

· Experience with use of CRM (customer relationship management) systems, particularly Slate

· Familiarity with student information systems, particularly PeopleSoft

· Effective interpersonal skills and ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff and faculty

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to interact respectfully and work collaboratively with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including students, parents, staff, and faculty

· Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following examples of duties and responsibilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position, but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.

General Duties:

1. Market, recruit and provide customer support to new freshman prospects and applicants through face-to-face interactions, small and large group presentations, educational fairs, high school visits, telephone and email inquiries, and other outreach events with an emphasis on outreach to diverse student populations. This includes extensive travel primarily in Wisconsin.

2. Establish working relationships with high school counselors in the assigned regions.

3. Coordinate prospective student programming to further develop the commitment to UWW.

4. Create and implement effective communication strategies using the CRM and other venues of outreach.

5. Use data and current trends to strategically market to and recruit high school students within designated region.

6. Review applications and make admission decisions for territory applicants and other applicants as needed.

Specific Duties:

1. Travel to and recruit students at college fairs and high schools in assigned territories.

2. Assist and monitor student application processing and data entry.

3. Review applications and make admission decisions in a fair manner, consistent with university and office policy.

4. Organize, coordinate, and execute the Wheels to Whitewater visit program, in which we welcome 9-10 schools to visit campus each fall and spring. Facilitate outreach to high schools and collaborate with campus partners to provide a positive and comprehensive visit experience.

5. Aid in the selection of various multicultural scholarships, such as the King/Chavez Scholarship.

6. Field telephone and email inquiries from potential students and families and deliver informational presentations to students who come to campus for a tour.

7. Meet with prospective students and their parents during campus visits.

8. Manage the communication and recruitment with the All-In Milwaukee program and its students.

9. Be familiar with university policies and procedures, especially Housing, Financial Aid, First Year Experience, and Center for Students with Disabilities, to communicate effectively with prospects.

10. Participate in professional organizations, conferences and workshops when appropriate.

11. Serve as the Admissions liaison for the Student Diversity Engagement and Success Office.

12. Serve on campus wide committees and participate in initiatives specific to multicultural student recruitment and support.

13. Additional duties as prescribed by the Assistant/Director of Admissions.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. UW-Whitewater’s main campus is located in Whitewater, with a branch campus in Rock County, in the city of Janesville. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. UW-Whitewater’s campuses are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offer the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.

The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs offered at the associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral levels. These include both on-campus and online programs, and span the disciplines, from the theoretical to the applied, and encompass study in the arts, business, education, humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, technology, and professional and interdisciplinary programs.

UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the nation. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater’s intercollegiate athletic teams compete at the NCAA Division-III level. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System ( https://www.wisconsin.edu ).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr . If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a salary commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by February 28, 2023 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu .

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Melissa Walton

262-472-1385

waltonm@UWW.edu

TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Name and contact information for three professional references

This Job ID is 19338.

Application Links:

A potential applicant who is NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System, click here:

UW-Whitewater External Applicants

A current employee of the University of Wisconsin System, click here :

UW-Whitewater Internal Applicants

Before you get started with the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) by selecting the link below.

Apply Online FAQ's