Assistant Director of Regional Campus Academic Recruitment Strategies

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Job Title:

Assistant Director of Regional Campus Academic Recruitment Strategies

Department:

Strategic Enrollment | Strategic Enrollment Administration

Reporting to the Director of Regional Campus Recruitment Strategies and Initiatives, the Assistant Director for Regional Campus Academic Recruitment Strategies leads the programming and activities that promote recruiting and yielding students to the academic programs offered on the four regional campuses. The Assistant Director will lead the coordination of visits and outreach to schools and with community organizations. The Assistant Director will gain knowledge and expertise of each of the regional campuses and the demographics they serve; work with campus Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) and campus enrollment directors to identify key recruitment majors; meet with faculty, current, and former students who have experience in these majors to fully be able to articulate its value to prospective students and parents; work collaboratively with SEM Marketing and Strategic Communications to implement potential discipline interest areas; partner with each regional campus to host targeted recruitment and yield events; develop and maintain positive relationships with high schools, school subject-matter teachers, community-based organizations, and community colleges. Use data to inform strategies and priorities in consultation with the Director of Regional Campus Recruitment Strategies and Initiatives. 

The Assistant Director will travel to high schools, community colleges, and college fairs to represent The Ohio State University. Organize and collaborate in the planning of on-campus and off-campus programs related to targeted academic programs. Organize recruitment calling/outreach campaigns to promote targeted academic programs. Make targeted recruitment calls to prospective students. Learn and use the CRM (Salesforce) system, Student Information System, and other technologies to perform timely and accurate entries into databases regarding student application information, call/email/targeted event activity and other processes. As a member of the Strategic Enrollment Management team at The Ohio State University, the Assistant Director will spend a significant amount of time on the regional campuses of Ohio State (Lima, Mansfield, Marion, and Newark) though their home office will be on either the Mansfield or Marion campus. 

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to: assist in supporting the day-to-day activities of the admissions office; counsel and correspond with students, families, university departments, or other stakeholders regarding The Ohio State University application and enrollment policies, procedures, and general information over the phone, via email, and in person; conduct large and small-group presentations; assist with recruitment for College Credit Plus; learn and maintain knowledge of the areas within the office and university to best direct questions from staff and guests; research and resolve problems in a timely manner and escalate them when appropriate; assist with on and off campus recruitment events and projects; connect students with campus resources and other campus partners; participate as an active community member of The Ohio State University’s campus team through membership on committees; and complete special assignments and other duties as assigned. 

Education/Experience

Required:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience required
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate
Program development, planning, and implementation
Some early morning, evening, and weekend hours required.

Desired:

Work experience at school/college/university admissions preferred
4-8 years of experience in admissions or other relevant experience
Knowledge of data interpretation
Knowledge of Salesforce and Peoplesoft 

Additional Information:

Career Roadmap

Function: Academic Administration

Sub-Function: College and Regional Recruiting and Enrollment

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S3 Senior

To apply, submit a current resume and cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in the position.

Salary range for this position is $55,700-$62,000. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Location:

Riedl Hall (0675)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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