Assistant Director/Admissions - Ohio

Position Number: S-3260

Type of Recruitment: External

Position Summary:

Responsible for the promotion and marketing of Central Michigan University within the continental United States in a defined travel territory. Travel includes attending college fairs, professional conferences, community-partnership events and alumni activities. This position acts as a liaison between the University and high school and community college officials; provides academic, career and admissions advice to prospective students; represents the University at numerous public speaking engagements; assists in the daily operation of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Represents international, graduate and global admissions as needed. Reviews undergraduate admission applications and responds to requests for information. Plans, organizes and implements receptions for prospective students and their guests. Works with alumni to promote Central Michigan University. Participates in recruitment campaigns via email, social media platforms and media outlets e.g. newspaper, magazine, radio and television.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. One-year experience, preferably in marketing, sales, public relations, education, higher education, or student-related professions. Experience working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds including low socio-economic, multicultural, and non-traditional students. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends. Working knowledge of computer applications and industry-related systems. Willingness and ability to travel independently. Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with the public, communicate effectively and project a positive image. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and the desire to work as part of a team. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience dealing with the public and presenting information in large venues or forums. Experience in maintaining data, report writing and the evaluation of high school or college transcripts. Demonstrated experience sharing University policies, procedures and regulations. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict peacefully.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible for meeting enrollment goals for a defined travel territory. Plans for and/or represents Central Michigan University during statewide and national recruiting events. Coordinates campus recruitment programs designed to assist prospective freshmen and transfer students. Plans and/or arranges onsite visits to high school and community colleges; provides campus tours; hosts high schools and community college visitors; hosts individual appointments and conducts onsite admissions programs. Assists the colleges with admissions presentations and tours of campus. Reviews applications and determines the status of admissions i.e. acceptance or denial. Provides information concerning academic programs, career options, housing, financial aid and transfer credit evaluation. Serves as a representative of and ad hoc recruiter for graduate, international and global/online admissions including professional appearance with business attire. Supervises volunteers, student employees, office interns and graduate assistants. Travels by train, plan and/or automobile occasionally for extended periods of time and may include evening and/or weekends. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Employee Group: Professional & Administrative -Salary

Staff Pay Level:

Pay Range: $40,000 - $55,000 per year

Division: Student Recruitment & Retention

Department: Undergraduate