What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Staff
Position Eclass
EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for identifying, cultivating and recruiting potential applicants for admission as traditional first-time freshmen, transfers, and nontraditional adults; collecting and evaluating credentials; making decisions regarding individuals’ candidacies for admission to UNCG; and positively affecting admitted students decisions to matriculate to UNCG. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions serves as a major public relations arm of the institution and helps to shape a positive image of the University through its interaction with parents, prospective students, high school and college counselors, alumni and other external agencies. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions communicates to the public the academic, programmatic and developmental offerings that UNCG provides for its students. Through its activities, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the University’s enrollment goals as they pertain to new traditional and nontraditional undergraduates.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director will focus on both high school student recruitment as well as community college transfer recruitment. This position will recruit and cultivate prospects, applicants, and admitted students through direct participation in a variety of activities designed to educate and inspire prospective students, parents, and counselors. The position will also evaluate credentials and make independent decisions regarding admission to UNCG. The position will build relationships in high school and community college spaces designed to enhance UNCG’s brand awareness and reputation. Finally, the position will positively affect admitted students’ decisions to matriculate to UNCG.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in college admissions recruitment
- Strong written and presentation skills, impeccable follow-through, working well independently while also working amicably with team members
- Demonstrated computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Ability to make independent decisions when interpreting policy and to make research-based decisions regarding the potential for success of specific recruitment initiatives
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to travel to UNC-Greensboro occasionally for training, events, etc.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree
- Previous experience working with community college students
- Preferred experience in AdmissionPros, Slate, Banner, or other comparable system software
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range
$48,500
Org #-Department
Undergraduate Admissions - 10202
Job Open Date
12/20/2024
For Best Consideration Date
12/20/2024
Job Close Date
01/17/2025
Open Until Filled
No
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year
12
FLSA
Exempt
Salary : $48,500
