Director of International Admission and Recruitment

Description

Under the direction of the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Director of International Admission plays a lead role in recruiting and enrolling qualified students for admission to the school in accordance with all applicable internal and external policies and regulations. This position specifically leads and supports international First-Year, Transfer, and Graduate applicants, and the staff that supports these populations, from prospect through enrollment. This position is located locally in Kansas City, MO with a hybrid on-campus/work-from home model.

The Rockhurst University Office of Admission is committed to cultivating and preserving a diverse culture of inclusion and connectedness and welcomes individuals from all different backgrounds to apply.


CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Lead the First-Year, Transfer, and Graduate International recruitment and enrollment strategy for the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

2. Utilize Slate (Technolutions) platforms to lead accurate, timely reporting to internal and external constituents.

3. Independently develop a strategic plan to visit defined territory, which may include domestic and international markets.

4. Coordinate, plan, execute all high school visits, presentations, and college fairs by working with school counselors, Community-Based Organizations, and other constituent groups.

5. Explains educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial considerations to students, parents, and educators within territories.

6. Strategically identify areas to host FY, TR, and Graduate recruiting events. Develop new initiatives and events specific to the needs of various key areas.

7. Responsible for meeting yearly enrollment goals as they impact net tuition revenue for the University. Independently manage international application volume and strategically work with students to convert inquiries to applicants and to increase yield.

8. Use context gained from relationships to evaluate (via Slate Technolutions software) International and Domestic undergraduate applications for admission based on the University’s recruiting goals and standards.

9. Must be able to use Microsoft Teams, Zoom, as well as Microsoft Outlook to effectively communicate with internal and external constituents.

10. Analyzes enrollment reports from all sources and makes subsequent recommendations to the rest of leadership.

11. Other advanced, or large-scale project work as assigned.

The Director must possess excellent presentation, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills. The person must have the ability to work independently, as well as with teams of colleagues, and possess the aptitude for detail-oriented tasks. The Director will also possess strong time management skills, a sense of humor, and have the ability to prioritize and balance responsibilities. High energy level and ability to work under strict deadlines is imperative.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required, Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience:
Minimum 5 years of professional experience within higher education (specifically international recruitment and enrollment); prior management experience required. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, including giving presentations.
Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
Ability to establish department goals, and objectives, that support the strategic plan.
Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others when needed
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships, both internally and externally.
Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and balance numerous responsibilities.

Applicants should submit a cover letter with salary expectations and three professional references.Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.

Rockhurst University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.

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