Coordinator

Coordinator of Regional Recruitment, West Coast (124080) Category: Exempt, Regular Full-time
This is a remote position. The candidate must live in the Greater Los Angeles Area.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Coordinator of Regional Recruitment-West Coast serves in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions within the division of Enrollment Management and represents the University to prospective students, their families, campus constituents, community- based organizations, high school and community college counselors in California. Residing in the region, the Coordinator develops and implements recruitment activities to meet enrollment goals and conducts a holistic review of freshman, transfer, and international applicants for admissions, scholarships, and special programs.

Residing in the Greater Los Angeles area, The Coordinator of Regional Recruitment is primary responsible for: Planning recruitment activities including high school and community college visits, college fairs, workshops, and
yield events. Establishing and maintaining relationships with high school counselors, community college counselors, and community-based organizations. Counseling prospective students and their families on the admissions process and enrollment steps. Preparing statistical reports and analyses; Engaging and training local alumni volunteer recruiters. Partnering with the Alumni Association to execute successful recruitment and/or yield events. Working some evening and weekends hours for various recruitment and admissions events. Traveling to campus several times a year for training and retreat activities. Performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE
2 years’ experience in admissions or an admissions-related unit in higher education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understanding of the needs and concerns of the college search and selection process
– Exceptional ability to work independently; Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Highly organized and long-range planning skills; Attention to detail
– Experience with recruitment in a higher education setting; Experience working with volunteers
– Comfort working in a high volume, deadline driven office; A valid state driver’s license is required

PREFERENCES:
Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish proficiently.

BENEFITS:
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, retirement plan, tuition remission for employees and dependents, 22 days annual leave, 3 days personal leave, 15 days sick leave, and holiday leave.

The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and Minorities are especially encouraged to apply.