Assistant Director, Student Recruitment

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Job description

Job Title
Assistant Director, Student Recruitment

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Enrollmnt/Recruit Management

Proposed Minimum Salary
$4,848.59 monthly

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Student Recruitment (ADSR) is responsible for new student recruitment and admissions goals for their assigned regions, special populations, external campuses and degree programs. Under the direction of the Director of Student Recruitment, maintains responsibility for specific activities within the Office of Recruitment while assisting with general office functions and goals related to institutional enrollment of new students.

This position reports directly to the Director of Student Recruitment (DSR) and works collaboratively with all colleges and campus staff to achieve enrollment goals; this position is expected to closely coordinate activities with Enrollment Management especially on recruiting strategies, processes, and metrics for success.

The ADSR directly oversees undergraduate recruitment, which includes but is not limited to freshmen, transfer, and international students while sharing oversight and management of recruitment events, operations, and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a lead role in the planning and organization of recruitment events and of events function including but not limited to, travel planning, staffing, student communications, goal setting and quantifiable objectives; Use Banner, CRM, and other recruitment systems to utilize date and conduct data analytics including student conversion ratio.
• In coordination with the Director of Student Recruitment, implements freshmen and transfer recruitment strategies including, but not limited to, fulfillment of recruitment responsibilities outlined in high school and community college partnerships; communications and marketing strategies; transfer and freshmen visitation programs; develop freshmen and transfer recruitment material in conjunction with the university Marketing & Communications department; conducts monthly information sessions at the main and NWHC campus and facilitate the application process; monitor inquiries, application counts, admission status and registration of all new students; follow up with all incomplete applications from previous terms.
• Implements an assertive and targeted plan of student outreach while maintaining detailed records of contact and interaction in Recruit CRM; responds to leads including but not limited to: contacting prospective students and invite them to a personal appointment followed up by an
  information session.
• Works collaboratively with enrollment stakeholders within the division and across campus to ensure enrollment objectives are met. Assists in maintaining function and productivity of the Recruitment office. Contributes to oversight of office workflow and customer service with attention to visitor experience, phone calls, and appropriate staffing and Tracks & follow-ups
  with all leads in the form of RFIs, RSVPs, walk-ins or referrals through personal contact and CRM system.
• Conducts presentations and meets with high school and community college counselors, prospective students and families as needed to provide admissions, financial aid and enrollment process details as required. Develops and maintains a working knowledge of PVAMU's policy, academic programs, history, and associated details. Also serve as the unit's lead trainer for new employees, alumni ambassadors, and staff's annual refresher training.
• Represents Prairie View A&M University in a professional manner at various functions as required.
• Perform Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree
• Six years of related experience. Three years of supervisory experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• More than six years of relevant professional experience, particularly in higher education administration (recruiting, admissions, academic affairs, administration) and increased responsibility in one or more of these areas.
• Proven track record of enrollment success and growth.
• Excellent leadership skills to direct and meet the university's strategic goals for student enrollment.
• Experience with a proven record of success in managing admissions-related marketing (web and publication design); events, promotional planning, and budget management.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Extensive knowledge of social media marketing strategies.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 12/16/21

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.