Recruiter & Campus Tour Guide

University of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Recruiter and Campus Tour Guide to enhance undergraduate recruitment efforts. This role involves managing campus tours, building relationships with high schools, and providing excellent customer service to prospective students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in higher education, along with strong communication and public speaking skills.

Benefits

Benefits Eligible

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in higher education.
• Admissions experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the undergraduate campus tour program and ambassador program.
• Collaborate with campus departments for recruitment activities.
• Deliver admissions presentations to various audiences.

Skills

Communication

Public Speaking

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students". All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.

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Type of Position:Professional Staff - Student Affairs

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NoJob Type:Regular

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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:Admissions

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:The Recruiter and Campus Tour Guide will be responsible for managing the university's undergraduate campus tour program, undergraduate ambassador program, targeted recruitment efforts and territories through specialized initiatives, and assisting with admission processing as needed. The Recruiter and Campus Tour Guide will build strong campus and state network connections and partnerships to go beyond the traditional forms of admissions and recruitment. This position will work to develop new initiatives within the office and provide guidance and support to all staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years experience in higher education.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Admissions experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct auxiliary recruitment activity (examples: campus tour program, new market recruitment, ambassador program, recruiter communication plans/strategies, social marketing strategy, etc.);

• Provide guidance to new staff and administrative support to more experienced staff;

• Collaborate with other campus departments and offices regarding admission and recruitment activities;

• Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors and community college representatives;

• Deliver admissions presentations in a variety of settings with numerous types of audiences;

• Plan and participate in on- and off-campus recruiting events;

• Report and track recruiting activities;

• Assigned to greater US recruitment territory for the purposes of outreach and communications;

• Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and others who contact the Office of Admissions via telephone, email, or in person;

• Provide campus tours for prospective students and their families;

• Provide and assist prospective students and visitors with the UA Little Rock application process for admission, financial aid, and the BOSS student database system;

• Perform data entry and review admission documents such as high school transcripts, college transcripts, test scores (ACT, SAT, Accuplacer), immunization records, letters of good standing, letters of non-attendance, permission letters from parents and school officials, etc., to uphold the university's admission standards;

• Determine admissibility to the university and render an admission decision;

• Utilize websites to ensure accreditation of colleges attended by transfer applicants and verify enrollment at previous institutions;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Superior communication skills, oral and written, are essential, especially when responding to non-technical users of campus data;

• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills;

• Experience in advanced recruitment technology and applications;

• Ability to work with a team serving a diverse student population;

• Self-motivated, creative, customer-service-focused, and detail-oriented;

• Ability to self-initiate project tasks after accepting an assignment under general supervision;

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment;

• Extensive knowledge of the various steps for enrollment from application to enrollment;

• Ability to work with large data files while interfacing with a central backbone administrative system;

• Ability to read maps and give directions;

• Knowledge of the internet and conventional office technology tools is required (These tools include e-mail, internet search engines, and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access as well as Banner);

• Ability to organize multiple tasks and documents that have been concurrently assigned;

• Ability to maintain cohesive working files and documentation of project tasks;

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes nights and weekends;

• Ability to create short reports or narratives that may be required to explain data results or the significance of the data applied to the original statement of the problem;

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and hold a valid driver's license;

• Ability to travel in and out of state, including overnight stays.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$45,888

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Jeremy Laxton, Undergraduate Recruitment Manager, [e-mail]
Wendy Johnson, Director of Finance, [e-mail]
Georgette Walker, Assistant Director of Finance, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, SittingFrequent Physical Activity:Driving, Standing, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, ReachingBenefits Eligible:Yes