Associate Director of Recruitment (Special Populations Manager)

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
0801461

Classification Title
Associate Director of Recruitment (Special Populations Manager)

Working Title

Department
Enrollment Management

Department Contact Email
mkabia-williams@centralstate.edu

Job Summary/Basic Function

Essential Job Functions:

• Serves as a member of the Admissions Team managing a recruitment territory to assist in achieving enrollment objectives for the University
• Supervises the training process for the student ambassadors, who serve as tour guides for the University
• Plans college day program activities inclusive of community college/high school visitations and private/public programs
• Plans and implements the recruitment events
• Trains and coordinates staff and student volunteers for recruitment programs and events
• Develops and provides training for alumni volunteers assisting in the national recruitment effort
• Schedules and initiates extensive visitation programs for groups and families
• Provides admissions presentations to visitors during campus daily tours and at on-campus and off- campus events
• Reviews, authenticates, and makes official admissions decisions on behalf of the University
• Conducts research on assigned territories and performs analysis of admissions eligibility
• Implements recruitment strategies as outlined by the University Recruitment team in the assigned territory; including high school and community college visits
• Determines the student type and process applicable to each individual circumstance
• Advises prospective students, applicants and their families concerning admissions policies and requirements while accentuating the positive aspects of the University’s academic programs and resources
• Supervises student volunteers and conducts trainings
• Assists in developing marketing materials for the programs and recruitment
• Interprets policies and procedural requirements of the Office and Admissions Recruitment
• In the absence of the Director of Admissions, manages the Office of Admissions and Recruitment and supervises Admissions staff, as requested by the Chief Enrollment Management Officer
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Staff and student volunteers, as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Job Qualifications
Education and/or Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
• Five or more years of direct admissions experience in higher education required; additional experience working with the transfer, international and nontraditional population is a plus
• Demonstrated sales, public relations, marketing, and organizational skills, problem solving, communication and counseling skills
• Must be able to travel extensively both in state and out of state, evenings and weekend work is required
• Jenzabar experience is a plus
• At least one-two years of supervisory experience
• Demonstrated experience evaluating transcripts and applications and making admissions decisions
• Demonstrated knowledge of the admissions and enrollment process

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior)
Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization. Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Date
05/05/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position Category
Staff - Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary
Commensurate with experience

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents