International Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

Resume

Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Vanessa Luther

Interim International Education Director

vanessa.luther@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before September 14, 2024.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf

INCLUDE FOR ALL NON-FACULTY POSITIONS: UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Posting Details

Position Information

UW - System Position Title International Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator

Business Title

Major Department Code International Education (J563257)

Appointment Type Academic Staff-Fixed Term Renewable

FLSA Status Exempt

FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100

Typical Working Schedule

M-F 7:45-4:30

Hybrid or On Campus On Campus

Position Summary

Plans, develops, coordinates, manages, and executes the recruitment and admissions process for international academic programs in alignment with the institution’s strategic goals of increasing the volume of students in international academic programs and simplifying the admissions process. Represents the institution to prospective students with a goal of attracting, admitting, and enrolling a talented, diverse student body. May supervise staff and/or lead a program area. The position serves as the primary university contact for potential international students interested in studying at UW-River Falls, and will provide innovative and collaborative approaches to international student recruitment. The position works closely with academic areas to develop, foster, and maintain strategic partnerships with collaborative universities, educational agencies, sponsorship programs, high schools and other feeder programs that drive international student enrollment. The position is the primary contact for prospective international students and applicants.

Responsibilities

Recruitment and Travel

• Identifies opportunities for and develops admission and outreach events to meet the University’s international enrollment objectives.

• Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities.

• Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the institution, representing UWRF at recruitment functions, including partner university visits, high school/community college visits, and college fairs.

• Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals, serving as UWRF’s first contact and primary representative to prospective students and families from diverse international backgrounds, communicating an in-depth knowledge of the University’s mission, academic, and co-curricular programs.

• Provides extensive follow-up with prospective international students to encourage complete application and enrollment.

• Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences.

• Engages in extensive outreach and recruitment events, representing the university to prospective students and applicants in ongoing communication through CRM messaging, face-to-face meetings, email, and other forms of communication.

• Maintain a data-driven approach to recruitment.

• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships (e.g., educational institutions, governmental authorities, and corporations) focusing on international student outreach, recruitment, and admission.

Admissions

• Implements policies and procedures for the processing of international applications in alignment with the international recruitment strategic plan.

• Reviews, evaluates, and processes student applications according to established policies and procedures.

• Assess the authenticity and equivalency of international academic credentials and ensure compliance with university and regulatory standards.

Other

• Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement.

• Serves as a member of the Office of International Education Team, contributing to the development and implementation of strategies to achieve the university’s enrollment and retention goals.

• Participates in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the recruitment and retention of international students.

• May supervise staff and/or lead a program area.

• Completes other duties as assigned.

  Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Required

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to make and deliver effective presentations

• Knowledge of international student recruitment and partnership development

• Proven organizational, planning, budgeting, and record-keeping skills, problem-solving ability, ability to maintain confidentiality, and ability to work effectively under pressure in stressful conditions

• An intermediate/advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and either experience using or willingness to learn website design and education database software programs (e.g., Via or Terradotta)

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve campus international education goals

• Availability to work occasional evening/weekend hours and travel

Preferred

• Experience working with a CRM , preferably Slate

• Experience living and/or traveling internationally

• Master’s degree from an accredited university

• Familiarity with and/or demonstrated ability to follow UW System, Board of Regent, State, and UW-River Falls policies and guidelines

  Posting Detail Information

  Posting Number AAF00970

  Number of Vacancies

  Desired Start Date

  Position End Date (if temporary)

  Open Date 08/12/2024

  Closing Date

  Applicant Review Date 09/15/2024

  Open Until Filled Yes

  Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

Resume

Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Vanessa Luther

Interim International Education Director

vanessa.luther@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before September 14, 2024.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf

INCLUDE FOR ALL NON - FACULTY POSITIONS : UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Legal Notices

EEO/AA Statement

UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

Title IX Notice

As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.

Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous UW System institution and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.

Other Notices

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