Assistant Director of Engineering Admissions
Assistant Director of Engineering Admissions
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Job Description
As a member of the Engineering Student Success Team eSST the Assistant Director for Engineering Admissions is responsible for recruiting prospective students developing and supporting outreach activities and assisting with activities to enhance the transition and retention of new firstyear and transfer students. The position is responsible for advising undergraduate engineering students individually and in groups at student orientation and throughout the academic year.
This position is not eligible for permanent residency sponsorship.
Specific Job Duties and Tasks
- Recruit and inform prospective students and their guests through inperson visits online meetings email telephone and other communication methods.
- Provide presentations and meetings for prospective students and their guests to promote enrollment in the College of Engineering
- Represent the University of Iowa College of Engineering to targeted constituencies. Speak to groups and individual students; communicate with staff faculty and administrators at high schools and community colleges to promote the College of Engineering and recruit new Engineering students.
- Assist in developing and implementing oncampus and offcampus recruitment activities.
- Serve as primary academic advisor for a select population of firstyear students.
- Advise students regarding departmental collegiate and University policies and procedures; programs of study; and the development of appropriate academic plans.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of relevant academic programs and resources.
- Meet with students individually and in groups during summer/winter orientation programs for firstyear students.
- Gather data and prepare reports and analyses of varying complexity.
- Prepare profiles college guides surveys and other reports. Provide information data and guidance to internal and external partners regarding admission and enrollment.
- Provide support training and functional supervision for Engineering Student Ambassadors.
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About the College of Engineering
TheCollege of Engineeringat theUniversity of Iowais driven by talented faculty staff and students who are dedicated to producing knowledge that addresses grand challenges in advanced technologies health sciences sustainability energy and the environment. We pride ourselves on producing ethical globally aware engineers whose work makes the world safer and more efficient. As a center of innovation and discovery the College of Engineering is committed to improving the quality of life for our Iowa community as well as for people across the United States and around the world.
We uphold the values of respect community and collaboration in all our endeavors fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where members are valued and supported. Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive environment that values worklife balance and personal wellbeing. The University of Iowa offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness resources dual career support and opportunities for professional development. Learn more about working at the University of Iowa: Build A Career/Build a Life.
Education Requirement
- Bachelors degree is required.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 6 months of experience including undergraduate experience in student recruitment admissions academic advising academic support and retention career advising residence life student life or K12 education.
- Excellent communication and listening skills: strong professional writing public speaking interpersonal and public relations skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be selfdirected organized and proactive in completing work assignments.
- Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends during the academic year.
- Demonstrated success in fostering a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
- A valid drivers license and continued compliance with the standards of the University Driving Policy is .
Desired Qualifications
- 1 year or more of experience in student recruitment and admissions.
- Program development/management experience for K12 audiences.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions contact Alex Schutman at
Benefits Highlights
Regular salaried position.Pay Level 4A.Located in Iowa City Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
