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Regional Admissions Specialist
Logan, UT
Job Description
Regional Admissions Specialist
Requisition ID: 2024-7745
# of Openings: 2
Location:
Category: Student Programs & Services
Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Executive Vice President
Department: Admissions
Advertised Salary: Part-time Hourly - $15 minimum/ communication allowance and travel reimbursement
Overview
The Utah State University Admissions Office seeks energetic student-oriented individuals to join our Recruitment Team. Regional Admissions Specialists are primarily responsible for recruitment efforts within an assigned territory. This position requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills as the candidate will work with prospective students, parents, counselors, USU departments, and other constituents.
Recruitment at USU is a team effort. The successful candidate will be instrumental in recruiting targeted student populations, exploring/identifying potential growth markets, and building relationships among all USU campuses and colleges. The candidate must be a self-starter, work well both independently and in a team.
This is a part-time (maximum of 29 hours/week) position and allows for flexibility in the work schedule.
The required work location for this position is Oregon, Washington, California, Washington D.C., or the Boise, Idaho area.
Responsibilities
Territory Management
- Build relationships with students, parents, high school counselors and administrators, USU community members, alumni, and other constituents.
- Provide prospective students with information about Utah State University, assist them through the admissions and scholarship application process, and facilitate their enrollment.
- Create a vision, identify potential growth areas, set goals, and track progress for assigned territory. Accountable for lead generation and conversion into enrollment.
- Work with high school counselors and administrators to facilitate students' college planning, admission, and enrollment.
- Collaborate with USU community members (departments, faculty, staff, alumni) to develop programs and initiatives for student recruitment.
Recruitment Event Involvement
- Initiate, plan, and facilitate territory recruitment events (e.g., High School Visits, Junior College Visits, High School College Fairs).
- Participate in out-of-state recruitment events (e.g., Open Houses, Receptions, Counselor Conferences)
Recruitment Team Membership
- Engage with the Recruitment Team, Admissions Office, and others to advance the organizational and university mission and vision.
- Identify and implement existing and new recruitment programs and initiatives.
- Attend and contribute to meetings and trainings (e.g., team meetings, recruitment training).
- Identify and participate in professional development opportunities (e.g., trainings, conferences).
- Support team members in their roles and responsibilities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Four years of related experience; OR an associate degree plus two years of related experience; OR a bachelor's degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year of directly related experience in university admissions or recruitment.
- Previous knowledge, relationship and experience with Utah State University
- Strong customer service orientation, experience, and knowledge with the ability to apply those skills in creating positive relationships with others.
- Ability to work with various audiences, including prospective students (traditional & post-traditional), parents, counselors, alumni, university community members, and other constituents.
- Effective presentation and speaking skills, especially with presenting a positive message to groups and one-on-one.
- Familiarity with Customer Relations Management Software (Recruit, Salesforce), Banner, and other university software systems.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Part-time Hourly - $15 minimum/ communication allowance and travel reimbursement
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
University Highlights
Admissions Office Mission Statement:
Our mission is to recruit, admit, and enroll students who are the best fit for Utah State University; to maintain the livelihood of the university through programs and services; and achieve annual enrollment goals by keeping the individual student as our focus. We delight in serving as the front door to Utah State University and setting the tone for the unique experience awaiting our future and returning students.
Our Goals:
- Provide superior service and knowledgeable staff.
- Help our customers feel welcome and direct their paths in every way.
- Facilitate prospective students' transition through timely and accurate information, personal advising, and Aggie pride.
- Develop and maintain relationships with students, parents, counselors, campus personnel, and the community.
- Secure the integrity of the University by providing equal opportunity and access for students, preserving fair requirements, and making just decisions.
- Encourage campus involvement in recruitment activities and coordinate the overall enrollment strategies for new students.
- Educate our audiences regarding the University's mission and the benefits of an Aggie experience.
- Support and strengthen all efforts to promote and market Utah State University.
- Adhere to and carry the goals of University leadership.
- Keep the best interests, learning, and development of our students central to all we do.
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utahs premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students , including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named in 2023. about USU.
The university provides a to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or .
About the Region
U.S. News and World Report for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USUs main campus, , is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area in the Milken Institutes 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.
*updated 04/2024
Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov
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USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university’s academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Salary and Benefits
Part-time Hourly - $15 minimum/ communication allowance and travel reimbursement
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
4+ years
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