Recruiter

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

For more than 140 years the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students a chance to advance.

The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential.

You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum ofCertificate and Associates degree programsmore than thirtyUndergraduate programs Masters degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad.

Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations an internationally renowned Vesper Choir Marching Band Concert Bands Wind Symphony nationally recognized debate team award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program.

Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON) students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) Academy.

As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same to provide a high quality affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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Department:

Vice Chancellor Enrollment Management

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Summary of Job Duties:

SUMMARY:
The Recruiter is responsible for managing strategic marketing and recruitment efforts for assigned academic programs and geographic territories to support and achieve UAPBs enrollment goals. This position requires extensive travel and active engagement with prospective students and key stakeholders throughout the recruitment cycle.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Implement monitor and achieve annual recruitment and enrollment goals for assigned programs and territories through consistent prospect engagement systematic follow-up and data-informed outreach strategies.
Track manage and report on inquiry applicant and enrollment pipelines using campus administrative and CRM systems.
Plan and execute targeted recruitment activities and territory-specific strategies designed to cultivate prospective applicants and convert interest into enrollment.
Manage assigned applicant pools through ongoing strategic communication efforts including in-person appointments phone calls direct mail email campaigns social media and virtual engagement.
Provide timely accurate counseling to prospective students and families regarding the admissions process financial aid opportunities academic programs and student support services responding with urgency to prospect needs.
Demonstrate a clear understanding of UAPBs mission programs and institutional culture effectively communicating this information to prospective students parents high school counselors community partners and other constituents.
Represent and promote UAPB to prospective students businesses community organizations churches and other targeted audiences.
Attend college fairs high school visits and off-campus recruitment events with extensive travel during fall and spring recruitment cycles and periodic travel throughout the year including occasional evenings and weekends.
Contribute to the planning and execution of enrollment-related initiatives and special events including on-campus visits recruitment programs admitted student days and orientation events.
Complete routine administrative responsibilities including recruitment reports enrollment projections travel documentation scheduling and professional development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Office of Recruitment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree required.

  One to two years of related recruitment admissions outreach or student engagement experience.

  Undergraduate leadership experience preferred (e.g. Student Ambassador Resident Assistant Student Government Association Institutional Student Leadership or similar roles).

  Willingness and ability to travel extensively; some evening and weekend work required.

  Demonstrated ability to manage a recruitment territory work under tight deadlines and meet assigned enrollment and performance goals.

  Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and maintain a positive professional attitude.

  Passion for promoting access to higher education and supporting student success.

  Professional demeanor in dress communication and personal interactions with the ability to represent the institution effectively to on- and off-campus constituencies.

  Strong verbal and written communication skills including public speaking and group presentations.

  Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to solve problems initiate projects and implement strategies efficiently and effectively.

  Working knowledge of computers and database or CRM systems; ability to learn and utilize institutional software tools.

  Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

  Strong student-centered ethic with a high level of customer service orientation.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the Resume attachment section of your application to be considered for this position):

Sharron Williams Employment Manager

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check Financial Credit Check Motor Vehicle Reports Check Sex Offender Registry Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Reaching Sitting Talking Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving

Benefits Eligible:

Yes