Admissions Assistant Director SoCal

Job Summary

The Office of Admissions at CU Boulder welcomes applications for the Admissions Assistant Director SoCal position! This role is based in the Southern California area (Los Angeles County/Orange County regions preferred) and is responsible for recruitment activities in this region. Extensive local travel with weekend and evening work is required.

This position oversees all recruitment activity in southern California. Position is responsible for representing the University of Colorado Boulder in all admission-related activities in this region, helping determine new initiatives, evaluating existing recruitment efforts and representing CU Boulder in the Regional Admission Counselors of California (RACC) organization. This individual provides admission counseling by communicating and interpreting admissions policies and procedures to prospective students, family members, high school counselors, and community college administrators. This position is responsible for reading/evaluating admission applications from Southern California.

This position receives minimal supervision in the performance of daily routine.

This position involves long periods of driving and participation at recruitment events in evening and weekend programs. Individual must maintain a home office.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of only 35 U.S. public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), CU Boulder is about realizing the positive impacts of new knowledge.

From offering dozens of exciting programs in a range of academic fields, to serving as one of the world’s most dynamic research and innovation hubs, to working closely through hundreds of public outreach efforts with communities across Colorado and the world, we take pride in helping our students, faculty, staff and partners turn new insights into productive outcomes that change lives.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Determine in coordination with the Senior Assistant Director of Admissions, CU Boulder recruitment activities in Southern California. Build a recruitment schedule and strategy based on specific, targeted high schools throughout the region. Represent CU Boulder to a broad range of constituents at college fairs, community college visits, large scale receptions and other recruitment activities in this region. Regularly pull and analyze historical data to inform recruitment strategy. Review and make admission decisions on all applicants from assigned region and other assigned regions. Regularly pulls and analyzes applicant lists to ensure a smooth admissions process for students.

• Help determine new recruitment and yield initiatives in Southern California. This includes identifying new markets, participating in new activities on a trial basis and evaluating the outcome of those events and working to position CU Boulder at the forefront of prospective students, high schools, and college in California. Become an active participant in Regional Admission Counselors of California (RACC) organization. This includes attending conferences, regular meetings and college fairs conducted throughout the state of California. Participation in recruitment outside of Southern California may be required.

• Conduct admission presentations to various populations. Advises and counsels prospects, applicants, and students on University admissions policies, procedures, and requirements. Develop and maintain effective communication with constituents in the university, high school, other institutions of higher education, government agencies, community based organizations and professional organizations regarding the admission of students to CU Boulder.

• As appropriate, manage, train, supervise and evaluate Classified and University Staff including student staff. Participate in staff development activities including appropriate university workshops, conferences and programs, and state and national professional organizations. This will require multiple trips back to the state of Colorado throughout the year. Provide assistance, as needed, to other student administrative services and university offices and agencies on a regular and occasional basis. Other duties as assigned.

• Coordinate Alumni volunteers in the Southern California area. This requires developing relationships, coordinating alumni for events, conducting in person training to new volunteers and acting as a liaison to the regional alumni.

What You Should Know

• This is a fully remote position with the expectation that this position is expected to come to campus a few times per year for events such as on-campus recruitment events. You will need to use your own vehicle for travel and will be reimbursed for mileage.

What We Can Offer

• The salary range for this position is $64,000 - $66,000 per year.
• Additional Compensation Details: Signing bonus offered of $1000 within department guidelines.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Three years of professional, job related experience, student recruitment experience, which includes experience overseeing a recruitment territory.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Valid driver's license.

What You Will Need

• Ability to drive to local high schools and other venues for weekly visits and fairs. Some overnight travel will also be required.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with a diverse group of people within Enrollment Management, across campus, and outside of the University.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Over three years working with student recruitment at a collegiate institution.
• Knowledge of University of Colorado Boulder.
• Public speaking experience.
• Knowledge of admission and recruitment practices in higher education.
• Knowledge of the University of Colorado Boulder systems and programs including Slate, Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and with a team virtually.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.

2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by June 11, 2023, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu