University Tracks Center Coordinator
- Employer
- Colorado State University Pueblo
- Location
- Colorado, United States
- Salary
- $35,999.00 - $36,000.00
- Date posted
- Dec 1, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Academic Advising & Academic Support Services, Admissions, Enrollment, Retention & Registrar
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The University vision is to establish Colorado State University
Pueblo as the people’s university of the southwest United States by
2028.
To support the University vision, the Division of Enrollment
Management, Communication, and Student Affairs will work creatively
and diligently to attain optimal enrollments, enhance student
development and success, and support the academic units and overall
mission of the institution with the purpose of ensuring seamless
systems and positive experiences for our students.
The Office of Admissions at Colorado State University Pueblo will
support the University vision and enrollment goals by providing
intentional, professional, and attentive service to facilitate
recruitment and admission, with the purpose of attaining students
from diverse backgrounds who are well-suited to the University.
Description of Job
The University Tracks Center Coordinator is an integral member
of the admissions team and will be at the forefront of the larger
University effort to create a university-going culture in Southern
Colorado. The coordinator will work primarily with students,
parents, and school personnel in Pueblo, Colorado Springs, and
other surrounding areas both remotely and in person. An office
space will be provided in at least one of the schools.
This position will be a representative for CSU Pueblo, but will
serve as a resource for general four-year college planning
inquiries and assistance within the assigned district. Specific
duties include, but are not limited to: provide counseling on the
CSU Pueblo admissions and enrollment process; provide information
regarding four-year college planning (general); provide financial
aid and scholarship expertise (general); serve as a resource for
college application and essay assistance (general); serve as a
liaison between district staff and CSU Pueblo offices, including
concurrent enrollment and TRiO programs; develop and facilitate
district-wide and school-specific programs for students and
families; provide back-up coverage for recruitment activities
targeted toward district students; maintain positive relationships
with secondary school personnel; and assist in the development of
recruitment plans and publications.
Primary Duties:
- Provides information and assistance for general four-year college planning, including counseling on admissions processes, discussing the benefits of a four-year education, and answering specific questions related to going to college. Assists with the completion of college applications and essays and helps students with other tasks related to the college search process as needed. Coordinates with teachers to supplement class lessons with information about college preparation as needed. Collects and maintains student data, interactions and activities in a database system (currently Technolutions Slate CRM) and reports on program goals and objectives.
- Works with district staff and University departments to become knowledgeable of pertinent financial aid and scholarship details, both general and specific to CSU Pueblo. Provides financial aid and scholarship expertise to students, their families, and district staff.
- Serves as a liaison between district and school staff and CSU Pueblo departments, including the Offices of Admissions, Student Financial Services, and Extended Studies. Assists students with applications for programs such as Concurrent Enrollment, Senior to Sophomore, and TRiO programs. Assists with the coordination of visits from CSU Pueblo stakeholders (faculty, staff, students, alumni, etc.) to high school classrooms and of group visits to the CSU Pueblo campus.
- Provides information about CSU Pueblo admission requirements, academic programs, special services, scholarships and financial aid, housing, etc. Encourages prospective students to visit campus and apply for admission. Provides a personal connection to the University for prospective students by reaching out to students on an individual level (as appropriate) and providing appropriate follow-up to inquiries.
- Develops and facilitates district-wide and school-specific events and programs for students and families, including, but not limited to financial aid and scholarship nights, application days, and departmental programming.
- Works to create and maintain a positive working relationship with high school counselors within assigned district. Attends staff meetings at both CSU Pueblo and the district schools, as required. Conducts update sessions with high school counselors; provides school personnel with timely information regarding students from their respective schools who are considering CSU Pueblo (admitted student lists, incomplete application lists, scholarship lists, etc.).
- Assists with the first-year student recruitment planning process, including communication plan and publication development, as well as on-campus activities for first-year students and parents.
- Contributes to additional functions in the Admissions Office and the Visitor Center, and assists in other aspects for recruitment as required.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from regionally accredited institution
- Valid driver’s license
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Willing to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Ability to lift and carry materials for recruiting purposes
- Ability to work independently and self-motivate
- Willing to rotate work locations regularly to serve all students within assigned district
- Ability to utilize database systems and maintain and report information
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in marketing, communications, or related field
- Graduate of USC/CSU-Pueblo
- Personable and approachable to prospective students/parents.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and follow-up in a timely manner
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Experience in college admissions, college counseling, visitors center, or comparable positions
Supplemental Information
All interested candidates must apply through the on-line
application system. No other format of application
materials will be accepted.
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order
to be considered for this position:
Applications submitted without the required attachments
above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in
the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able
to make changes or add information to their application packet,
with the exception of their personal contact and demographic
information.
Early submission of application materials is encouraged.
Screening of application materials will begin immediately and
continue until the position is filled, though all applications
received by 4:00 p.m. (MST) on Friday, November 19th , 2021 will be
given full consideration.
About Colorado State University
Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state
university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo
provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction
with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global
economy. Students can choose from 35 undergraduate programs
with 81 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business; the
College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of
Health, Education, and Nursing; and 13 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and
entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community,
creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations,
and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to
the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse
population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the
demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than
25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has
designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides
reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and
rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation
also allows the University to compete for certain federal grant
funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in
the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines
electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business
ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools
internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in
business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board
of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate
engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100
by U.S. News and World Report. CSU Pueblo has
an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated
Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly
renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly
with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a
more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA
Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain
Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports
and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow
students to get involved in campus life.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive
benefits package including:
- Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Benefit Plan
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Annual & Sick Leave
- Retirement Plans
About Pueblo,
Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse
city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the
state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the
majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round
climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and
300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts
to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities,
encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along
Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or
skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily
agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and
a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology
industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning
and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background
investigations for all final candidates being considered for
employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to,
criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender
search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended
an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check
prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job
duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The University reserves the right to check additional references,
with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate
must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and,
under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be
able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S.
by the day employment begins.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide
reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with
disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the
Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity at (719)
549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the University's
annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran
status. Additionally, the University complies with all other
relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment
practices.
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