Assistant Director For Access And Recruitment

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00403PO24 Job Family Enrollment Management Job Function Admissions USC Market Title Admissions Manager Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132581 Job Level M1 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) Assistant Director for Access and Recruitment Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Enrollment Management Department EM Undergraduate Admissions State Pay Band 6 Approved Starting Salary $54,165 Advertised Salary Range $54,165 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM, One hour for lunch.

Night and weekend work required.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks an Assistant Director for Access and Recruitment. The Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of outreach and access initiatives. The Assistant Director will have a full range of admissions responsibilities, including implementing the strategic recruitment plan using a budget-conscious approach. The Assistant Director will manage one direct report who is responsible for overseeing 50+ student volunteers. The Assistant Director will also coordinate several on- and off-campus recruitment events throughout the admissions cycle.

As a member of the management team in Undergraduate Admissions, this person will participate in the strategic and tactical decisions for the office.

Position requires some evening and weekend work, as well as limited travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a master's degree and 3 years of related program experience, or bachelor's degree and 5 years related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Admissions experience or experience working with high school students preferred.

• Strong preference given for those with experience working with diverse populations.

• Prefer experience with increasing levels of responsibility in college/university admissions, high schools, or community-based organizations.

• Experience using Ellucian Banner student information system, Technolutions Slate, College Board EPS, ACT EIS and Cognos reporting is preferred.

• Experience making data-driven decisions preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to connect with a broad range of constituents, including parents, students, university administrators, and community members, in individual and group settings.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently is required.

• Ability to work independently and with little direct supervision, but also collaboratively as a member of a team.

• Ability to become knowledgeable of admissions policies and procedures.

• Familiarity with national issues and trends in higher education.

• Ability to read and evaluate academic credentials.

• Ability to maintain confidential information.

• Possess and maintain a customer-friendly attitude.

• Ability to tactfully and appropriately counsel applicants and their families.

• Ability to cultivate and manage key relationships and develop and promote outreach programs and opportunities collaboratively with appropriate university departments.

• Ability to inspire students to pursue higher education and promote the university throughout the state.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Position requires some weekend and evening work.

• Possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.

• Must be able to travel overnight, both in South Carolina and out of state, for recruitment purposes.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Implement the comprehensive and strategic recruitment plan as it relates to the area of access and community engagement. Propose new and creative ideas to ensure prospective students have been personally, effectively, and knowledgeably served, while working toward the highest yield of enrolled students from the admitted group.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Supervise one full-time staff member who assists with recruitment events and provides program support. Ensure the staff member is also effectively implementing the strategic recruitment plan and managing their recruitment territory effectively using a budget-conscious approach. Provide oversight to full-time staff member who manages a diverse group of 50+ student volunteers to help recruit prospective students throughout the year.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty

Plan and execute both on- and off-campus recruiting programs, including, but not limited to two summer overnight programs, several fall recruitment events, a spring yield luncheon, and other annual recruitment events. Connect with campus partners to ensure they are knowledgeable of and participate in admissions events when needed. Serve on committees and assist campus partners with other outreach activities as needed.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty

Manage programming and outreach opportunities with key constituents and groups; these partners include, but are not limited to the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, TRIO Programs, academic college partners, and community-based organizations.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Participate in admissions tasks to include, but not limited to: Selectively review applications for admissions and scholarships; represent USC at on-campus events; travel to represent USC at off-campus events; carry out assigned special projects involving recruitment and office research; and other duties as assigned.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 05/23/2024 Job Close Date 06/21/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 21, 2024.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have at least a Master's Degree and 3 years of related program experience, or Bachelor's Degree and 5 years related experience?

• Yes

• No

• Are you available to work occasional overtime on nights and week-ends?

• Yes

• No

• Briefly state why you are interested in this position.

(Open Ended Question)

• What does it mean to have a commitment to college access?

(Open Ended Question)

• How have you demonstrated a commitment to college access, and how would you see yourself demonstrating it within this recruitment position?

(Open Ended Question)

• Describe your approach to making decisions and solving problems.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents