Multicultural Admissions Counselor

Posting Details

Recruitment Number

1153

Working Title

Multicultural Admissions Counselor

Position Type

Staff/Administrative

Appointment Percentage

100

Division/College

Student Affairs Division

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Admissions and Recruitment, the Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator II, with the working title of Multicultural Admissions Counselor, will meet with prospective students and their families in a variety of venues, promoting opportunities at UW-La Crosse, advising them of admission processes, and targeting students who will contribute to the strength of UW-La Crosse. This Admissions Counselor will focus on the recruitment of underrepresented students. The successful candidate will execute recruitment efforts and develop working relationships with high school counselors and community organizations. Extensive auto travel is required year-round, especially during the fall and spring recruitment seasons, primarily in the Midwest.

Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit

The Division of Student Affairs’ role is to enhance and support students learning experience here at UWL . We work closely with faculty, staff, community members, alumni and most importantly, students to provide quality programs and services which promote learning, leadership, involvement, service, and the celebration of diversity. The Division includes several departments: Admissions, Campus Child Center, Counseling and Testing, Student Health Center, Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports, Residence Life, Student Life, University Centers, and the Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students office. The staff of the Division is truly student-centered and concerned about the holistic development of the student.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (degree must be posted by hire date)
• Excellent written communication and public speaking skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift and transport materials up to 35 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational and event planning skills
• Ability to be adaptable and manage multiple competing priorities
• Ability to use and learn multiple computer technologies (such as Peoplesoft, ImageNow, Microsoft Office)
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds
• Experience in admissions or related areas of higher education, and/or marketing

Physical Demands

• Lifting and transporting materials up to 35 lbs. is required.

Working conditions and environment

Typical work hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. However, numerous evening and weekend hours will be required. Ability to travel throughout the Midwest by automobile is also required.

Miscellaneous Information

Miscellaneous Information | INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university.
Highlights include:excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.paid holidays and sick days.sick leave may be converted at retirement to pay for health insurance post-work at UWL .after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career.benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation.
Learn more at:https://www.uwlax.edu/globalassets/offices-services/human-resources/benefits-info/2022-quick-guide-faasli.pdf

Benefit eligibility is determined at point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

INFORMATION ABOUT UW-LA CROSSE AND THE REGION
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.

UW-La Crosse’s diversity and inclusion efforts are guided by our adherence to Inclusive Excellence. We define Inclusive Excellence as “… our active, intentional and ongoing commitment to bridge differences with understanding and respect so all can thrive." The goals of Inclusive Excellence are to increase the retention of diverse faculty, staff and students while encouraging a campus climate that is inviting and welcoming to all. UW-La Crosse strives to promote acceptance of all facets of diversity from racial/ethnic diversity to diversity of thought and experience. UW-La Crosse is a 2014 recipient of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity ( HEED ) award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. UW-La Crosse is proud to be one of only 83 recipients of this national honor recognizing our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

UW-La Crosse has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of “America’s Best Colleges” for more than a decade and is ranked consistently as one of the top institutions in the Midwest. With a student population of approximately 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs in at least 30 disciplines and 26 graduate programs in three colleges: Liberal Studies, Science and Health, and Business Administration, including the School of Arts & Communication and the School of Education. There are 502 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 76 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 86 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.

The UW-La Crosse campus is nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse (pop. 52,000) located in western Wisconsin. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top ten “Best Places to Live” in 2009, La Crosse is one of the most scenic places in mid-America. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of a small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports, and recreation.

UW-La Crosse is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and we encourage applications from persons with varied backgrounds and perspectives. In support of the Wisconsin Veteran Employment Initiative, we encourage veterans and veterans with disabilities to explore employment opportunities at UW-La Crosse.

As a prospective UW-La Crosse employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of campus safety and security information (Clery Act) for this institution. You may review this information athttp://www.uwlax.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report/ .

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction records.

Learn more about UW-La Crosse here:https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/

Duties/Responsibilities

These are the job duties required for the position.

Responsibility Statement

Recruitment of Prospective Students

Duties to Support Responsibility

• Coordinate and implement a personalized recruitment program involving high school visits, phone calls, correspondence and campus visits.
• Represent UW-La Crosse during high school visits, at college fairs, college night programs and other events.
• Meet with prospective students and families in a variety of settings.
• Be familiar with the academic programs of the University and other opportunities available.
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of the admissions process for new students, including admissions policies and procedures, standardized tests, financial aid, costs, placement exams, registration procedures, residence life, etc.
• Participate in campus visitation programs (such as Campus Close-Ups, Group
Information Sessions and other visit options).
• Present admissions information to small and/or large groups of prospective students/families in a variety of settings.
• Serve as “counselor on call” as assigned to address needs of those visiting campus.
• Follow-up with applicants to encourage submission of all required application materials, deposits, etc.

Percentage Of Time

70

Essential

Yes

Responsibility Statement

Recruitment Development

Duties to Support Responsibility

• Participate in the development and implementation of the admissions recruitment plan.
• Develop and implement strategies to establish relationships with organizations, groups, and individuals that can influence prospective students.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to identify prospective students and encourage them to apply for admission.

Percentage Of Time

10

Essential

Yes

Responsibility Statement

Coordination of Recruitment-Related Activities

Duties to Support Responsibility

• Coordinate or assist with Freshman Registration, the Admissions Office scholarship program, The La Crosse Talk newsletter for admitted new freshmen, the Admissions Office web page, social media recruitment efforts, and recruitment publications as assigned by the Director.
• Assist with or coordinate special projects as assigned by the Director.

Percentage Of Time

10

Essential

Yes

Responsibility Statement

Maintain and Manage Tracking System of Prospective Students

Duties to Support Responsibility

• Maintain appropriate records to monitor recruitment, tracking students from inquiry to enrollment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Percentage Of Time

10

Essential

Yes

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions

This 12-month annual position beginning on or around January 18, 2022, offers a competitive benefit package, including personal vacation and sick leave, and the opportunity to become an exceptional public speaker and build a professional network. The annual salary for this position is set $45,000.

Application Process: Electronic submission of application materials is required. For additional information about this position and to apply, please visit https://employment.uwlax.edu/. Required application materials include cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references (name, phone number, email address, and relationship to you). Application review will begin December 27, 2021. If you have questions about this position, please contact Mr. Sam Pierce, Search Panel Chair, at spierce@uwlax.edu.

Posting Date

11/24/2021

Close Date

Continuous Recruitment

Yes

Continuous Recruitment First Review Date

12/27/2021

Position Contact Name

Samuel Pierce

Position Contact Email

hrinfo@uwlax.edu
Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Reference Contact Information

Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of finalists must be revealed upon request. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
   • I wish for my name to remain confidential until the university is no longer able to do so.
   • I waive my right to keep my name confidential through the application process.
2. * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse? (UW-L and UW System institutions pay for some or all of the sponsorship costs. Some candidates may require an H1B or another form of employment sponsorship to work in the US. This question is asked so that if you are the successful candidate, Human Resources can work with your work unit to begin the process of obtaining this visa).
   • Yes, I will require sponsorship prior to employment.
   • Yes, I will require sponsorship for continued employment if hired.
   • No, I do not require sponsorship and am eligible to work in the US.
3. * Please provide your most recent employer, supervisor name and contact information, including phone number and email address. (Pursuant to UW System Administrative Policy 1275, UW System requires reference checks related to sexual harassment and sexual violence to be conducted at a minimum with a final candidate’s most recent employer and with all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven years. UW-L will notify you prior to contacting your supervisor).
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Are you currently employed by or have you been employed by a UW System institution or a State of Wisconsin agency during the last seven (7) years? Please answer yes or no. If yes, provide the institution or agency name, your supervisor and contact information, including phone number and email address.
   • Yes
   • No
5. * After you retire from a Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) employer, you may return to work with a WRS employer as a rehired annuitant, provided certain requirements are met. There are no restrictions on what type of position a rehired annuitant can hold. Under the WRS, there is no limit to how much you may earn as a rehired annuitant. (Learn more: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/life-events/empcha/ra/). Are you currently collecting an annuity from the Wisconsin Retirement System, (WRS)?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Are you an alum of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Were you ever found to have engaged in any sexual violence or sexual harassment in a previous work assignment? (Required under UW System Administrative Policy 1275)
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Are you currently under investigation or have ever left employment during an active investigation in which you were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment? (Required under UW System Administrative Policy 1275)
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Are you legally eligible to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
10. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Chronicle of Higher Education Web Site
    • Discipline-Specific Publication/Web Site
    • HERC Web Site
    • HigherEdJobs.com Web Site
    • Job Center of Wisconsin Web Site
    • Minority Publication/Web Site
    • University of Wisconsin - La Crosse Social Media (i.e. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)
    • University of Wisconsin - La Crosse Web Site
    • La Crosse Tribune
    • Personal Referral
    • LinkedIn
    • Indeed
    • WinonaDailyNews.com, LaCrosseTribune.com, ChippewaHerald.com, Journaltimes.com, Kenoshanews.com, Madison.com
    • Department of Workforce Development (WISC)
    • Other