Assistant Director, Transfer Recruitment Initiatives

Arizona State University; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University in Tempe is seeking an Administrative Operations Manager 2 to oversee intermediate to complex operations in Admission Services, monitor budgets, implement priorities and prepare reports for senior management.

The role emphasizes staff supervision, recruitment across campuses, CRM-driven transfer student enrollment initiatives, and collaboration with colleges and schools to align enrollment goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of experience including two years in management.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and/or training may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates staff, ensuring recruitment supports department goals.
• Prepares administrative reports; analyzes budget and financial data for resource planning.
• Develops, maintains, and implements department policies and procedures.
• Leads recruitment activities across campuses and coordinates events.
• Maintains relationships with colleges and external partners to support enrollment goals.

Skills

Managerial experience

Recruitment experience

Strategic planning

Organizational management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Job Profile

Administrative Operations Manager 2

Job Family

Administrative Operations

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Manages the intermediate to complex operations of a department within the division. Monitors budget, implements strategic priorities, and prepares reports for senior management.

Job Description

Position Salary Range: $55,000 per year

At Arizona State University, we measure ourselves not by whom we exclude, but rather by whom we include and how they succeed. In Admission Services, we are passionate about helping students find their right university fit and working together as a team to achieve our enrollment goals. If you are solution-oriented, love helping people, believe in the transformative power of higher education and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, then you will thrive in Admission Services

Essential Duties

• Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff, including, but not limited to: Monitors work in progress and upon completion. Implements corrective action as required. Ensures recruitment efforts are in direct support of department goals with an emphasis on the metropolitan Phoenix campuses.
• Prepares or coordinates preparation of administrative reports; analyzes and interprets statistics, financial data, and management planning data for predicting resource needs and developing long range plans. Conducts and assists with the development of long- and short-range goals. Develops objectives, and activities based on department goals. Develops, maintains, and implements department policies and procedures. Assist with review of outbound communication and support efforts to ensure departmental and administration needs are met.
• Acts as liaison with the community, students, faculty, and staff. Develops, implements, and evaluates department programs. Assists with other recruitment activities across campuses as needed. Serves as contact for select in-state and out-of-state colleges including travel or onsite recruitment development and follow up communication for events, activities and recruitment initiatives. Develop strategies to recruit, maintain, and enroll transfer students particularly through the use of CRM support mechanisms
  • Ensure appropriate levels of productivity are maintained
  • Ensure appropriate levels of reporting and analysis are maintained
• Participate in in-state, out-of-state,and international recruitment trips.
• Conduct training for admissions representatives within CRM deployment strategy and relationship development practices, specifically focusing on transfer students.
• Lead in maintaining and enhancing relationships with colleges, departments and schools both internal and external to the university.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with student recruitment and admission practices.
• Experience in strategic planning and decision-making principles and procedures.
• Experience in organizational management and prioritizing for effective and efficient use of time and resources.
• Experience in organizing work of others and self.
• Experience in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Experience in program design and development.
• Experience in supervising staff and/or students.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.

Working Environment

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in order to perform the essential functions of the position. Frequent travel, involving operation of a motor vehicle; Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals; this position receives regular review of objectives. Frequent evenings and weekends are expected.

Department Statement

In support of the university’s mission and goals, Academic Enterprise Enrollment advances awareness of Arizona State University as the New American University through data-informed strategies that enroll and support a student population reflective of its vision across campus and digital immersion environments. AEE brings professionalism and discipline to the formulation of enrollment strategy and the refinement of enrollment processes and is an effective collaborator with our college and school colleagues and other enrollment partners within the Academic Enterprise, the Knowledge Enterprise, the Learning Enterprise and EdPlus. AEE comprises the following units: Academic Enterprise Communications; Academic Enterprise Enrollment Solutions; Admission Services; Financial Aid and Scholarship Services; the International Students and Scholars Center; the Pat Tillman Veterans Center; Technology and Data Solutions; and University Registrar Services.

Academic Enterprise Enrollment Core Values

• Make the human connection: We commit to listen, offer empathy and show compassion.
• Drive success with teamwork: We solve problems with collaboration and creativity.
• Promote a thriving community: we recognize work-life balance and embrace our individual differences.
• Go above and beyond: We share our time, talents and expertise to make an impact in all that we do.
• See the extraordinary through our efforts: We support those who are pursuing their dreams.
• Lead with respect and positive intent in every situation: We communicate openly, genuinely, and with transparency.

ASU offers an array of employee benefits, including reduced tuition for employees, their spouses and dependents; competitive rates for health and life benefits; a wellness program; disability and leave program; paid holidays; and retirement programs. Visit https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-benefits for further details, as well as https://cfo.asu.edu/hr-applicant for a message from ASU President Michael M. Crow to future ASU employees.

Driving Requirement

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding

No Federal Funding

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Relocation Assistance

For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.