Assistant Coordinator - Recruitment and Academic Services

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Assistant Coordinator - Recruitment and Academic Services

Posting Number
NFE02478P

Department
SDSU-Ag, Food & Environmental Sciences

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences ( CAFES ) at South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Coordinator for Recruitment and Academic Services. This dynamic role is your chance to shape the future of agriculture, food, and environmental sciences by recruiting and guiding the next generation of leaders. You’ll develop innovative recruitment strategies, engage with prospective students, spearhead outreach and social media efforts, and represent the college at events nationwide. If you’re passionate about student success and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you! This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at South Dakota State University focuses on teaching, research, and extension programs to serve South Dakota and beyond. With its main campus in Brookings and additional outreach facilities, including the West River Research and Extension in Rapid City, the college operates eight regional extension centers, three Tribal Extension Program offices, and eight research field stations statewide. The college comprises six academic departments, with faculty appointments often spanning multiple mission areas.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Support recruitment, retention, and student success in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment plans focused on enrolling students in all college majors.
• Meet with and advise prospective students on academic offerings, activities, careers, and admissions.
• Represent the college at recruitment events across the state and country (travel may be required).
• Develop outreach programs for prospective high school and community college students.
• Assist with admissions procedures.
• Oversee and implement an active social media program for both prospective and current CAFES students.
• Collaborate with the SDSU Office of Admissions.
• Serve as an ambassador for the College and SDSU .

BENEFITS :
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food or Environmental Sciences or related field is completed by date of appointment;
• Minimum of 1 year experience in agriculture, academic or student affairs, or undergraduate advising.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication;
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills; and
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master’s degree;
• Experience in recruiting undergraduate students;
• Student services experience; and
• Experience with youth programs such as FFA, 4-H and others.

APPLICATION PROCESS :
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
09/09/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
10/01/2024

Advertised Salary
The salary range of this position is $44,940-$53,865.

Duration of the Term
12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

Typically 8-5, but some weekend and after hours can be expected

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Faculty Status
No

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128 .

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Dr. Mary Christensen, at 605-688-5133 or Mary.Christensen@sdstate.edu .

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.

If other protection is used please identify

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Stretching, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Most activities will be “office related”, but some recruitment display set ups may be required.

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete, Extreme Heat >100F

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Work may include staffing recruitment displays at conventions, career fairs, agricultural fairs, county fairs, etc. This may include long periods of standing or exposure to outside heat during summer.

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Classroom Environment, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Most work will be office related, but some work will be at recruitment events that could be at conventions, career fairs, agricultural fairs, county fairs etc. This may include outdoor events during summer heat.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Where did you hear about this position?
   • LinkedIn
   • SDBOR Employment Site
   • South Dakota Department of Labor
   • Employee Referral
   • Department Announcement / Inside State
   • Handshake
   • Job Board (Indeed, Monster, ZipRecruiter) - Please specify
   • Industry Conference
   • Search Engine - Please specify
   • Employment Agency - Please specify
   • Newspaper - Please specify
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) - Please specify
   • Radio - Please specify
   • APLU
   • List Servs - Please specify
   • Alumni
   • Other - Please specify

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference List

Optional Documents