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Associate Director of Recruitment-Admissions and Enrollment Support

Position Summary

This position directly reports to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Services and serves as a key member of the admissions leadership team. This position assists with all aspects of the undergraduate recruitment process, including recruitment strategies and implementation of on and off-campus programming and initiatives within individual territories. This position supervises all undergraduate recruitment personnel within the Admissions Department, including admission counselors and assistant directors.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

-Supervises all recruitment personnel

-Develops and implements policies, procedures, and training for all recruitment staff

-Oversees the Assistant Director of Campus Preview Days and assists with the development, execution, and reporting of all preview day events

-Oversees the Assistant Director of Campus Tours and assists with the continuation of daily tour operations and the Welcome Center management

-Supports the oversight of the UCA Ambassador program

-Disseminates and interprets state and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures regarding admissions

-Develops recruitment goals, objectives, and strategies for all designated territories

-Assists in the development and expansion of the institutional CRM to ensure effective recruitment data are generated and leveraged appropriately

-Assists in the development, maintenance, and execution of the departments communication, marketing and campaign plans for all target audiences

-Contributes to annual planning and evaluation of recruitment and admission activities

-Develops and monitors statistical reports to evaluate and enhance recruitment strategies within Arkansas, in contiguous states, and nationally

-Presents workshops and/or training opportunities to educate individuals on admissions/recruitment initiatives

-Presents to various constituencies to promote the University

-Travels on behalf of the University for recruitment and other related activities

-Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures

-Knowledge of the principles and practices of organizational management

-Knowledge of state and federal laws applicable to higher education operations and admissions

-Knowledge of program planning, monitoring, and evaluation techniques

-Ability to work independently and operate with flexibility in a fast-paced, evolving environment

-Ability to plan work unit objectives and operational activities

-Ability to evaluate operational effectiveness and compliance

-Ability to prepare and present information to various constituents both on and off campus

-Ability to develop and implement goals, objectives, guidelines, policies and procedures

-Ability to communicate with diverse populations

Skills Considered Essential for Success

-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.\ -Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.\ -Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.\ -Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.\ -Ability to make sound judgments and assist in resolving student concerns.\ -Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.\ -Civility in all interactions of a public or confidential nature.\ -Demonstrate follow-up contacts and consultations in a timely manner.

Required Education and/or Experience

-A Bachelors Degree required

-Minimum of two (2) years experience in Higher Education

-Demonstrated abilities to work collaboratively with oth r personnel

-Well-developed capabilities in strategic planning, problem-solving, attention to detail, and task completion

-Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills

Preferred Education and/or Experience

-Masters Degree in Higher Education or related field

-Experience working in university admissions or student services

-Proven personal record of successful recruitment strategies

-Knowledge of strategic student recruitment, prospect management processes, and metrical evaluations as they relate to university recruitment

-Extensive knowledge in student management software, particularly Slate

-Management experience with a diverse range of employees in terms of position titles and backgrounds

-Experience in event planning and management

Background Check Statement

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alo