Job description
Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank
No
Provide Rank
N/A
Position Number
002231
Department
Admissions - 240300
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in student counseling, communications, education, business or public relations, Marketing, or other related fields.
- Experience and ability to operate independently, exercising independent judgment and discretion and with little or no guidance, and to be able to make decisions on behalf of the Admissions Office and the university that are appropriate, timely, and defensible.
- Good knowledge of a student-centered/customer service-oriented philosophy is essential.
- Knowledge and understanding of the structure and chain of responsibilities within a university.
- Excellent interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements.
License/Certification Required
Valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior recruitment experience at a four-year institution.
- Experience in college recruitment or related experiences in counseling, sales, marketing, public relations, communications, or education.
- Effective, empathetic, and engaging communicator.
- Experience as a Student Ambassador, Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader or similar student role.
- Strong computing skills and efficiency utilizing computing applications on various systems and programs (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, Google Apps, spreadsheets, etc.).
- Commitment to student-centered quality customer service.
- Experience using various social media platforms.
- Highly motivated to share a love of Appalachian.
- Sense of humor.
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and have a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students from populations underrepresented at Appalachian State.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The
Assistant Director of Admissions is a twelve-month exempt (EHRA) position that leads and assists in coordinating Appalachian State University’s recruitment of prospective undergraduate students.
This position is responsible for planning and assessing strategic recruitment and yield activities by exercising and continually developing a strong understanding of general market characteristics and trends as well as those specific to Appalachian. The Assistant Director counsels prospective students and their families in their college search process and their transition from high schools, 2-year institutions, or other 4-year institutions to Appalachian State by providing information and assistance about the admissions and financial aid process, academic programs, campus visitation, and housing. This position also builds relationships with and serves as a primary contact for high school and independent counselors as well as 2-year college advisors.
The Assistant Director is an essential part of a constructive and collaborative recruitment team that shares the responsibility for meeting the University’s strategic enrollment goals and enrolling students that echo Appalachian’s strategic plan.
The Assistant Director completes the primary responsibilities above by:
This position is responsible for planning and assessing strategic recruitment and yield activities by exercising and continually developing a strong understanding of general market characteristics and trends as well as those specific to Appalachian. The Assistant Director counsels prospective students and their families in their college search process and their transition from high schools, 2-year institutions, or other 4-year institutions to Appalachian State by providing information and assistance about the admissions and financial aid process, academic programs, campus visitation, and housing. This position also builds relationships with and serves as a primary contact for high school and independent counselors as well as 2-year college advisors.
The Assistant Director is an essential part of a constructive and collaborative recruitment team that shares the responsibility for meeting the University’s strategic enrollment goals and enrolling students that echo Appalachian’s strategic plan.
The Assistant Director completes the primary responsibilities above by:
- Serving as a territory manager by planning, executing, and assessing all recruitment operations (on and off campus) necessary to meet recruitment and enrollment goals within an assigned geo-market.
- Assisting with planning and/or implementation of general on and off-campus recruitment and yield events throughout the cycle.
- Traveling extensively to high schools and attending college fairs, college nights, receptions, and other programs in this region to recruit prospective students.
- Developing and strengthening ties with high school counselors, independent counselors, community college counselors, alumni, and other key influencers in the recruitment process within the assigned geo-market.
- Conducting extensive outreach and relationship and conversation-building activities (via in-person communication, phone, e-mail, written correspondence, and social media) with prospective students and their families throughout the recruitment funnel.
- Submitting territory management reports of recruitment and prospective student activity to the Senior Associate Director throughout the recruitment cycle.
- Reviewing and assessing student applications and supplemental materials and providing admission decision recommendations for applicants.
- Engaging in and/or leading other initiatives or tasks as assigned.
The Division of Enrollment Management is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse University community that is inclusive of all individuals and groups. Successful candidates will demonstrate leadership and innovation in advancing diversity and dedication to recruiting and serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities, and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive, and understanding ways.
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (night and weekend travel during fall and spring travel seasons)
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Physical Demands of Position
Typical physical demands of a professional position within a university. The ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.
All duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
All duties to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
02/14/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins
03/07/2023
Proposed Date of Hire
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of three professional references with contact information
Search Chair Name
Octavia Little
Search Chair Email
littleos@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Clery Act:
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at
issso@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/38605
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