Senior Admissions Recruiter-Visitor Experience

University of North Texa; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Senior Admissions Recruiter to support admissions through outreach, counseling, and recruitment events in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The role oversees student staff and implements strategic recruitment initiatives under the Associate Director of Admissions Recruitment.

Travel is required, including evenings and weekends, with some overnight or out-of-state duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in recruiting, academic advising, academic counseling, student services, or related experience.
• Master's degree in higher education, student services, counseling, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in recruitment networking efforts and maintain relationships with on- and off-campus partners to execute events.
• Record and report recruitment event attendance and yield data to measure program effectiveness.
• Track and report statistical data to measure recruitment activities across territories.
• Assist with strategic planning for recruitment of first-time in college, transfer, or graduate prospects.
• Connect prospective students with university resources to ensure smooth transition.
• Implement and assess recruitment strategies to improve student engagement.
• Develop and refine recruitment resources, processes, and tools.
• Coach recruitment staff through processes to engage students in their territories.
• Review academic credentials to determine eligibility per admissions policies and state guidelines.
• Complete assigned trainings, timekeeping, and attendance requirements punctually.

Skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Independent work

Communication

Evenings/weekends

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Senior Admissions Recruiter-Visitor Experience

Employee Classification: Sr Admissions Recruiter

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Enrollment Management

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Admissions

Department: UNT-Admissions-Gen-164500

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $51,744.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Office of Admissions is a vital contributor to the enrollment success at the University of North Texas through student outreach, recruitment endeavors, and a commitment to providing personalized assistance to students throughout the college application and admissions process.

Position Overview

The Office of Admissions, at the University of North Texas, is seeking to hire a Senior Admissions Recruiter to assist in recruiting and admissions functions, under the direction of the Associate Director, Admissions Recruitment.

This position will oversee student employees and is responsible for developing full-time personnel on the recruitment team. This position is critical in implementing strategic initiatives from Admissions leadership. Work involves, but is not limited to; local travel, counseling and guidance of applicants for admissions, and rendering of directional services to high school and colleges in the Dallas/Fort- Worth area with the possibility of occasional overnight, in and out of state travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in recruiting, academic advising, academic counseling, student services, or related experience or can substitute education for experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong presentation skills and problem solving skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to obtain credit card for travel.
• Possession of valid driver's license, good driving record, and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Professional in appearance, motivated, self-directed, and have the ability and willingness to communicate enthusiastically with various populations in a positive, courteous, and professional manner.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to travel (may be extensive).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field of higher education, student services, counseling, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Driver's License

Job Duties

• Participate in recruitment networking efforts and maintain strong relationships with strategic on and off campus partners to successfully execute recruitment events.
• Assist in the recording and reporting of recruitment event attendance and yield data to measure effectiveness of programs.
• Track and report statistical data to measure the effectiveness of activities throughout recruitment territories.
• Assist with strategic planning for recruitment of first-time in college, transfer, or graduate prospects.
• Connect prospective students with university resources to ensure successful transition.
• Implement and assess comprehensive student recruitment strategies and programs to improve student engagement.
• Develops and refines recruitment resources, processes, and tools.
• Coach recruitment employees through processes to engage students in their respective territories.
• Review academic credentials of students to determine the eligibility of applicants per official university admissions policies and state guidelines.
• Complete expected duties in a timely manner, without constant supervision, accept responsibility for own work, and follow through on commitments.
• Complete assigned trainings and other administrative requirements punctually and follow procedures for timekeeping, absences, and attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; occasional overtime and weekends

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.