Regional Director Of Admission, Florida, Georgia, And Alabama

Salary Range:

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About SMU

SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Lyle School of Engineering, Meadows School of the Arts, Simmons School of Education and Human Development, Dedman School of Law, Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies.

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem - paired with entrepreneurial drive - creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU's relationship with Dallas - the dynamic center of one of the nation's fastest-growing regions - offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.

SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.

About the Position:

This position is responsible for innovative and data-driven recruitment of prospective undergraduate students in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, and other assigned locations. This position entails relationship building and communication with high school counselors, students, families and alumni; effectively extolling SMU, its brand and attributes to constituents; application file review; participation/planning of on- and off- campus events. Responsibilities include seeing students from inquiry to evaluating their admission applications in assigned territories and participating in Admission Committee to make final decisions.

Essential Functions:

• Strategically manage the recruitment efforts in assigned geographic territories, including a recruitment and marketing plan, and produce status reports. Identify qualified students through high school visits, student meetings (virtual and in-person, college fairs, workshops, and direct mail follow up.)

• Evaluate applicant files for admission and scholarship. Monitor students' progress from inquiry stage through initial enrollment.

• Participate in event planning and related recruitment projects in assigned territories and on the SMU Dallas campus.

• In-depth market analysis and progress reports.

• Establish and maintain college counselor contacts through meetings, workshops, events, school visits, etc.

Education and Experience:

A Bachelor's degree is required for this position; a Master's degree is preferred.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience is required.

Previous college admission or related regional admission or college counseling work experience required, preferably at a residential not-for-profit, selective college or university; experience in high school counseling considered but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.

Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Candidate should have significant demonstrated knowledge of admission and recruitment practices and demonstrated ability to use quantitative and observational data to analyze a problem and recommend solutions.

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook required. Knowledge and familiarity of CRM systems desirable.

Candidate must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and have the ability to drive evenings and nighttime.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Sit for long periods of time

• Bend, Squat, Kneel, Stand

• Walk for long distances

• Reach above shoulders

• Push/Pull; Carry/Lift up to 50 lbs

Deadline to Apply:

This position is open until filled.

Priority consideration will be given to those who apply by June 28, 2024.

EEO Statement:

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.