Assistant Director for Graduate Admissions Recruiting & Outreach

Assistant Director for Graduate Admissions Recruiting & Outreach

Position Number: 500498
Department: AAH Graduate School
Department Homepage: https://gradschool.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department: GRADUATE SCHOOL
Division: Academic Affairs
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Recruitment Range: $47,274 - $66,183
Position Location (City): Greenville
Position Type: Non-Faculty
Job Category: Non-Faculty Instructional & Research

Organizational Unit Overview
The Office of the Graduate School oversees the academic operation of 71 post-baccalaureate certificate programs, 71 master’s degree programs, and 16 doctoral degree programs at East Carolina University. This oversight includes: graduate program marketing and recruiting; the processing of over 8,000 applications per year; graduate student admissions; graduate curriculum development and implementation; graduate program review by external review teams; the determination and interpretation of academic policy pertaining to graduate students and programs; and the graduation of over 900 graduate students annually. In addition, the Graduate School
administers the annual distribution of over $7.5 million in graduate assistantships and $3.3 million in out-of-state and in-state tuition remissions.

Job Duties
This Assistant Director will play a significant role in leading and coordinating ECU’s recruitment of prospective graduate students. The Assistant Director will plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs, special projects and events, and other initiatives geared to recruiting students within targeted populations and facilitating admission into the Graduate programs at East Carolina University. This includes yearly planning goals, working with prospective students, collaborating with faculty, building relationships with potential employers and partner institutions, and fostering community partnerships. The Assistant Director will be expected to participate in the establishment and implementation of recruitment and retention strategies, resources, policies, and procedures. The Assistant Director will collaborate directly with staff within the Graduate School as well as with other staff from ECU Marketing and Communication, ECU News, Undergraduate Admissions, Student Affairs, Information Technology and Computing Services, graduate program directors, and associate deans across the university. The Assistant Director provides support and feedback to assist with the ongoing development of enrollment management plans, including developing and attending recruiting events both on- and off-campus and virtually. The Assistant Director develops, writes, and implements communication plans through the admissions customer relations management software (CRM), TargetX, and collaborates with staff members on social media campaigns.

The Assistant Director for Graduate Admissions Recruiting & Outreach in the Graduate School reports to the Assistant Dean for Graduate Admissions and Enrollment Management, who reports to the Dean of the Graduate School.

The Assistant Director will help manage a small staff of undergraduate and graduate students who will assist with direct communications with prospects, applicants, and newly admitted students. This individual will develop communication and recruiting strategies and events to progressively move prospective students and applicants through the enrollment funnel/process. This individual requires a flexible work schedule, including daytime and overnight travel, as well as night and weekend work throughout the year. It also includes corporate on-site visits and information sessions, recruiting fairs and forums, university events, and on-campus general and program specific information sessions. This position will increase the number of online recruiting events provided by the Graduate School and will assist programs in developing online recruiting events.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience
The Assistant Director must have a post-Baccalaureate degree related to disciplines such as, but not limited to, marketing, communication, public relations, management, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution. Will accept an undergraduate degree with a minimum of 2 years of admissions, enrollment management, and recruiting experience as substitution for the post-Baccalaureate degree.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proficiency in using social media platforms.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Experience dealing with a variety of audiences in admissions, enrollment management, and recruitment.
• Project management/organizational skills with attention to detail, commitment to quality, and ability to balance multiple demands.
• Three years’ experience in marketing, recruiting, communication, and/or enrollment management in higher education, preferably at the graduate level.
• Two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficiency with a customer relationship management system (CRM) is highly desirable.
• Video and photography experience is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date: 03/04/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 03/18/2024
Initial Screening Begins: 03/19/2024
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://apptrkr.com/5083895

AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.