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Assistant Director of Admissions for Hispanic/Latino Recruitment

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Assistant Director of Admissions for Hispanic/Latino Recruitment

About this Opportunity

Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant Director of Admissions for Hispanic/Latino Recruitment.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff

Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:

https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

This position serves to support the recruitment of diverse student populations, specifically Hispanic/Latino students, for Ball State University. This position will manage a territory where they will be responsible for outreach to high schools and community colleges, attend college fairs, and communicate and counsel prospective and admitted students and parents. This role will also have a responsibility to participate in on-campus and off-campus events hosted by the University and will be encouraged to build and foster relationships within the Hispanic/Latino community and community-based organizations that serve this population.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by time of appointment.

Minimum Experience

At least one year of relevant educational or outreach work experience.

Minimum Other

Bi-lingual, Spanish fluency; demonstrated and strong commitment to diversity; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral) with a customer service orientation; ability to speak before large groups or audiences; comfort and experience with computer technology; ability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment; possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Master’s degree in student affairs, education, communication, or related field.

Preferred Experience

Additional years of related experience.

Preferred Other

Experience working with Hispanic/Latino students and organizations; higher education/recruitment experience or experience working with students in a high school setting; working at or in partnership with community-based organizations. Experience working with and presenting to a diverse student constituency.

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a Drivers License check, Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department

Undergraduate Admissions:155140

Department Information

The salary range for this position is $39,000 – $45,000.00.

Department Email or Phone Number

chaynes@bsu.edu

Duties & Responsibilities

Ranking

1

Job Duty

Manage recruitment territory; extensive travel for approximately ten to twelve weeks; possess working knowledge and familiarity of high schools and guidance counselors in assigned market area to include visit policy, enrollment history (into Ball State), and academic profile of each high school; provide support with targeted recruitment visits to feeder high schools, spring visits to attract high school juniors, by: making decisions with the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions regarding which schools to visit, making decisions independently regarding timing and scheduling of visits, performing appropriate follow-up, cultivating non-productive high schools, maintaining positive relationships with guidance professionals, and assessing market culture to meet enrollment goals.

Ranking

2

Job Duty

Develop outreach strategy and represent Ball State at admissions-related initiatives including, but not limited to: high school visits, community college events, college fairs, on-campus recruitment or yield events, and off-campus recruitment or yield events.

Ranking

3

Job Duty

Develop outreach strategies with a specific focus on diversity and Hispanic/Latino specific prospective student engagement in collaboration with communication managers.

Ranking

4

Job Duty

Travel to above events within assigned territory as well as diversity and Hispanic/Latino specific events.

Ranking

5

Job Duty

Daily management of recruitment-related tasks including evaluating admission applications.

Ranking

6

Job Duty

Identify and cultivate relationships with community-based organizations outside of the university that offer specific Hispanic/Latino and diverse student populations.

Ranking

7

Job Duty

Work with campus partners to develop and implement on and off campus programs designed to increase visibility of Ball State to prospective students as well as yield focused activities.

Ranking

8

Job Duty

Work with communications team to create, interpret/adapt, and implement targeted communication plans based on population needs.

Ranking

9

Job Duty

Counsel students and families on admissions process.

Ranking

10

Job Duty

Collaborate with Welcome Center and student Tour Guide program to assist with recruitment of Hispanic/Latino and underrepresented students to be a part of the organization.

Ranking

11

Job Duty

Maintain strong connections with campus partners including the cultural/diversity centers on campus to ensure the needs of underrepresented students, Hispanic/Latino students specifically, are addressed in policies, events and communications.

Ranking

12

Job Duty

Develop and implement bi-lingual communication plan and provide insight on best practices for engagement and relationship building for this specific population.

Ranking

13

Job Duty

Participate in university, local, state, and national level organizations to stay informed of issues concerning diversity in higher education.

Ranking

14

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202201168P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

01/09/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

11/15/2022

Applications Accepted Through Date

01/12/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you hold a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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