Assistant Director - Regional Recruiter (Raleigh/Wake County)
UNCG
Posting Details Position Information Position Number 013372 Functional Title Assistant Director - Regional Recruiter (Raleigh/Wake County) Position Type Staff Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning University Information Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for identifying, cultivating and recruiting potential applicants for admission as traditional first-time freshmen, transfers, and nontraditional adults; collecting and evaluating credentials; making decisions regarding individuals’ candidacies for admission to UNCG; and positively affecting admitted students decisions to matriculate to UNCG. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions serves as a major public relations arm of the institution and helps to shape a positive image of the University through its interaction with parents, prospective students, high school and college counselors, alumni and other external agencies. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions communicates to the public the academic, programmatic and developmental offerings that UNCG provides for its students. Through its activities, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the University’s enrollment goals as they pertain to new traditional and nontraditional undergraduates. Position Summary The Assistant Director will focus on both high school student recruitment as well as community college transfer recruitment. This position will recruit and cultivate prospects, applicants, and admitted students through direct participation in a variety of activities designed to educate and inspire prospective students, parents, and counselors. The position will also evaluate credentials and make independent decisions regarding admission to UNCG. The position will build relationships in high school and community college spaces designed to enhance UNCG’s brand awareness and reputation. Finally, the position will positively affect admitted students’ decisions to matriculate to UNCG. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in college admissions recruitment
• Strong written and presentation skills, impeccable follow-through, working well independently while also working amicably with team members
• Demonstrated computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Ability to make independent decisions when interpreting policy and to make research-based decisions regarding the potential for success of specific recruitment initiatives
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to travel to UNC-Greensboro occasionally for training, events, etc. Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree
• Previous experience working with community college students• Preferred experience in AdmissionPros, Slate, Banner, or other comparable system software Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Range $48,500 Org #-Department Undergraduate Admissions - 10202 Job Open Date 12/20/2024 For Best Consideration Date 12/20/2024 Job Close Date 01/17/2025 Open Until Filled No FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Permanent If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Number of Months per Year 12 FLSA Exempt Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Percentage Of Time 40% Key Responsibility First Year Recruitment & Travel Essential Tasks • Recruiting and cultivating prospects, applicants, and admitted students through direct participation in a variety of activities.
• Visiting Individual high school and community colleges.
• Attending college job fairs.
• Sponsoring special recruitment events and open house programs.
• Sending email, writing letters, and placing calls to students.
• Executing and managing a geographic territory.
• Traveling extensively 7-9 weeks during the fall, and 5-6 weeks during the spring.
• Provide support to the Assistant Directors in planning and executing targeted recruitment initiatives to increase UNCG’s enrollment.
• Speaking publicly to audiences up to 2,500 people.
• May be assigned project management duties by the Senior Assistant Director, Senior Associate Director, or Director of Admissions. Percentage Of Time 30% Key Responsibility Transfer Recruitment & Travel Essential Tasks Community College Transfer Recruitment in Wake County and surrounding areas Recruit and cultivate prospects, applicants, and admitted students through a variety of activities that include community college office hours and visits Build relationships with community college counselors through office hours Evaluate transfer-student and non-traditional adult student credentials and make independent decisions regarding admission to UNCG. Build relationships in community college spaces to enhance UNCG brand awareness and reputation. Percentage Of Time 20% Key Responsibility File Review/Admissions Decisions Essential Tasks • Articulate admissions procedures and requirements to prospective students, parents and counselors.
• Evaluate credentials and make independent decisions regarding individuals’ candidacies for admission.
• Positively affect admitted students’ decisions to matriculate to UNCG. Percentage Of Time 10% Key Responsibility Event Planning Essential Tasks Co-plan and execute a joint event with surrounding colleges to target counselor relationships in the area.
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• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in college admissions recruitment
• Strong written and presentation skills, impeccable follow-through, working well independently while also working amicably with team members
• Demonstrated computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Ability to make independent decisions when interpreting policy and to make research-based decisions regarding the potential for success of specific recruitment initiatives
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to travel to UNC-Greensboro occasionally for training, events, etc. Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree
• Previous experience working with community college students• Preferred experience in AdmissionPros, Slate, Banner, or other comparable system software Special Instructions to Applicants Recruitment Range $48,500 Org #-Department Undergraduate Admissions - 10202 Job Open Date 12/20/2024 For Best Consideration Date 12/20/2024 Job Close Date 01/17/2025 Open Until Filled No FTE 1.000 Type of Appointment Permanent If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Number of Months per Year 12 FLSA Exempt Key Responsibilities ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Percentage Of Time 40% Key Responsibility First Year Recruitment & Travel Essential Tasks • Recruiting and cultivating prospects, applicants, and admitted students through direct participation in a variety of activities.
• Visiting Individual high school and community colleges.
• Attending college job fairs.
• Sponsoring special recruitment events and open house programs.
• Sending email, writing letters, and placing calls to students.
• Executing and managing a geographic territory.
• Traveling extensively 7-9 weeks during the fall, and 5-6 weeks during the spring.
• Provide support to the Assistant Directors in planning and executing targeted recruitment initiatives to increase UNCG’s enrollment.
• Speaking publicly to audiences up to 2,500 people.
• May be assigned project management duties by the Senior Assistant Director, Senior Associate Director, or Director of Admissions. Percentage Of Time 30% Key Responsibility Transfer Recruitment & Travel Essential Tasks Community College Transfer Recruitment in Wake County and surrounding areas Recruit and cultivate prospects, applicants, and admitted students through a variety of activities that include community college office hours and visits Build relationships with community college counselors through office hours Evaluate transfer-student and non-traditional adult student credentials and make independent decisions regarding admission to UNCG. Build relationships in community college spaces to enhance UNCG brand awareness and reputation. Percentage Of Time 20% Key Responsibility File Review/Admissions Decisions Essential Tasks • Articulate admissions procedures and requirements to prospective students, parents and counselors.
• Evaluate credentials and make independent decisions regarding individuals’ candidacies for admission.
• Positively affect admitted students’ decisions to matriculate to UNCG. Percentage Of Time 10% Key Responsibility Event Planning Essential Tasks Co-plan and execute a joint event with surrounding colleges to target counselor relationships in the area.
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R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).
Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Hearing - C, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - O, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R Work Environment Inside - F, Outside - O, Overtime - O Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying: SpartanTalent Website Piedmont Triad Area Newspaper The Chronicle of Higher Education Inside Higher Ed Other professional journal / website NCWorks.gov UNC School System Job Board Personal Networking Facebook Twitter Indeed.com NorthCarolinaDiversity.com Other If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.(Open Ended Question)
* Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?(Open Ended Question)
Do you currently reside in the Raleigh / Wake County area? Yes No If you are offered this position, are you willing to relocate to the Raleigh / Wake County area? Yes No This position requires extensive travel in/out of North Carolina. Additionally, evening and weekend hours related to recruitment programs. Are you able to fulfill this requirement? yes no Do you currently have a valid drivers license? No Response Yes No Please describe your previous Admissions or Enrollment Management experience?(Open Ended Question)
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