Assistant / Associate Director of Multicultural Recruitment

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Assistant / Associate Director of Multicultural Recruitment
Category:
Administrators
Department:
Enrollment Management
Locations:
Worcester, MA
Posted:
May 23, 2022
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full-time
Position ID:
148041
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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.
Assumption University is a private, Catholic university which offers its 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students a Catholic liberal education. The University is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, New England's second largest city that combines the warmth of a small town with the convenience of a thriving city.
Job Description:
BASIC PURPOSE: Recruitment of multicultural students, specifically focusing on students from historically underrepresented populations, in support of the mission of the University.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Evaluates the qualifications of prospective students and makes admissions recommendations, which are in the best interests of the Student and the University;
2. Represents the University at functions, fairs, visits, etc. in an effort to promote Assumption and encourage prospective students to apply for admission;
3. 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;
4. Makes presentations promoting the University to various groups;
5. Assesses students' requests for financial aid and makes recommendations for scholarships and grants on the basis of scholarship, character and financial need;
6. Contributes to strategy for successfully attracting students from underrepresented backgrounds;
7. Work with the VPEM, Dean of Enrollment, Director of Admission and Director of Financial Aid to find ways to make Assumption affordable and attractive to students of all wealth profiles and to minimize barriers to entry;
8. Work collaboratively with the Enrollment Management and Student Success teams to support the success of all students, with specific emphasis on students from historically under-served backgrounds;
9. Ushers students through the enrollment process with the highest level of attention and care;
10. Serves as a Campus Security Authority for Clery reporting purposes and a Responsible Employee for Title IX reporting purposes;
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
* A passion for working towards educational equity;
* Familiarity with the barriers to access and success in higher education system;
* Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University;
* Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field required. Master's Degree preferred;
* Minimum of 3-5 years experience in University admissions required;
* Strong computer skills required. Experience with relational databases and research methodology helpful;
* Experience working with students and families from underrepresented backgrounds, and community-based organizations;
* Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality required;
* Ability to work evenings and weekends, including overnight travel as required;
* Ability to travel and valid driver's license required;
* Vaccinated and Boostered for COVID-19 required.
Additional Information:
SCOPE:
* 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.
* Travels for a minimum of 4 months each year making approximately 250 visits to high schools, conventions, and fairs.
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, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.
Application Instructions:
Please be sure to submit your cover letter addressing qualifications for this position along with your resume.
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