Director of Undergraduate Recruitment

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Director of Undergraduate Recruitment

Category:

Administrators

Department:

Admissions

Locations:

Worcester, MA

Posted:

Dec 23, 2021

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

140987

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About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, Catholic liberal arts institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented racial minorities to apply.

Job Description:

BASIC PURPOSE: Provides leadership in the recruitment and selection of students in support of the mission of the University.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Assist in the development and oversee the implementation of an undergraduate recruitment plan that is consistent with the University's strategic enrollment plan.

2. Establishes recruitment objectives by forecasting and analyzing recruitment regions and territories. Determines annual recruitment goals for each admissions representative, implementing recruitment strategies, analyzing trends.

3. Tracks progress toward application, acceptance and enrollment goals, identifying issues and required actions.

4. Maintains a recruitment territory

5. Trains and motivates admissions staff to meet enrollment goals. Mentors individual counselor development and professional opportunities.

6. Recruits and hires new admission staff

7. Collaborates with the director of visit experiences and director of marketing to meet enrollment goals

8. Evaluates the qualifications of prospective students and makes admissions recommendations that are routinely accepted and in the best interests of the student and the University.

9. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational conferences and webinars and participating in professional organizations.

10. Represents the University at conventions, University night functions, fairs and high school visits in an effort to promote Assumption and encourage prospective students to apply for admission.

11. Makes presentations promoting the University to various groups of students, parents, and guidance personnel.

12. Conducts personal interviews with prospective students in order to familiarize them with the University's programs and policies, and to assess their interests and goals.

13. Assists with students' requests for financial aid and makes recommendations for scholarships and grants on the basis of scholarship, character and financial need.

14. Maintains strong contacts with the University's Alumni as a source for prospective students.

15. Serves as a Campus Security Authority for Clery reporting purposes and a Responsible Employee for Title IX reporting purpose.

16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.

* Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred.

* 5-7 years experience in University admissions or successful sales experience required.

* Experience with and commitment to goals-based territory management recruitment philosophy

* Ability to make decisions and recommendations that are data informed.

* Prior supervisory experience required. Training skills, presenting skills, relationship building, mentoring, and team building experience.

* Strong computer skills required. Experience with utilizing a CRM in achieving goals preferred.

* Strong commitment to customer service and community relations

* Strong communication skills

* Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality required.

* Ability to work evenings and weekends, including overnight travel as required.

* Flexibility and responsiveness in meeting new challenges

* Valid driver's license required.

Additional Information:

SCOPE:

* Supervises the work of approximately 8 employees

* Interacts on a daily basis with prospective and current students, parents, alumni, high school representatives, University community, athletics, vendors and professional organizations of higher education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications,

Application Instructions:

Please be sure to submit your cover letter addressing qualifications for this position along with your resume.

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Company info

Assumption College
Website : http://www.assumption.edu