Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
South Dakota State University

Working Title
Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Posting Number
NFE02521P

Department
SDSU-Admissions

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text

Are you passionate about higher education and possess a strategic mindset? The Office of Admissions at South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and collaborative leader with strong entrepreneurial, strategic, and analytic skills to lead a student-centered and data driven campus-wide undergraduate recruitment effort. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

The Admissions Office at SDSU serves as the primary gateway for prospective students facilitating a smooth and transparent exploration, application, and enrollment process focused on high quality experiences and exceptional service. The department engages in active recruitment and outreach efforts while collaborating closely with academic departments, financial aid, and other administrative units to ensure a seamless experience for prospective and admitted students.

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 :
The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management and collaborates with a variety of internal and external constituencies to create and implement differentiated and highly personalized recruitment plans taking full advantage of available technologies and resourceful personnel to maximize enrollment. This position is responsible to develop, implement and lead strategies to recruit, admit, and enroll undergraduate students at the university, to provide leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, and build and maintain collaborative relationships within and outside the university to enhance recruitment and enrollment efforts.

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. The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000. 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 from a regionally accredited institution completed by date of application;
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience and progressive responsibility in college admissions, public relations, recruitment settings, or other relevant fields;
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience managing people and leading collaborative teams;
• Superior written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; and
• Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience integrating relevant technology and best practices into recruitment or business processes;
• Effective use of data when making decisions and assessing effectiveness of programs and/or services;
• Demonstrated success building collaborative working relationships with internal and external groups;
• Understanding of the higher education recruitment market in South Dakota and the region;
• Ability to organize and prioritize projects and initiatives in order to maximize resources and create efficiencies;
• Strategic planning, communications planning, and/or marketing experience;
• Working knowledge of effective budget management, supervisory skills and program development and management; or
• Strong commitment to staff development and customer service.

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
11/04/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
11/25/2024

Advertised Salary
$85,000 - $95,000, dependent on experience

Duration of the Term
12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100

Work Hours

Standard hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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, Shari Landmark, at 605-688-5386 or Shari.Landmark@sdstate.edu.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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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

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Physical Requirements

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Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking

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Sensory Requirements

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Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

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Working Environment

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Office Environment

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Supplemental Questions

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1. * Where did you hear about this position?
   • SDBOR Employment Site
   • South Dakota Department of Labor
   • Employee Referral
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   • Handshake
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference List

Optional Documents