Assistant Director Of Admissions (Regional)

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**This is a REMOTE position that is located in TEXAS (Houston or Dallas metro area)**Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Assistant Director of Admissions manages the recruitment process from inquiry to enrollment for prospective students from an assigned geographic territory to achieve or exceed established recruitment goals. This position manages admissions application generation, completion, and review for assigned territory, maintains relationships with community partners, organizes enrollment related events, and participates in the day-to-day operation of the admissions office, as well as the development and implementation of a student recruitment strategy.Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of two years of work experience in student recruitment, university admissions, public relations, or related experienceMinimum of one year of staff/employee management experienceBachelor’s DegreeDemonstrated computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to travel as necessary that may frequently require being away from home for extended periods ranging from several days to two weeks at a timeExperience working with teams, and professional presentation and public speaking skillsRegionally based and residing in Texas, within Houston or Dallas metro area. Desired Qualifications: Master’s degreeExperience in recruitment, event planning, marketing, web and social mediaExperience in Ellucian Banner and/or CRM/Target-X-SalesforceExperience in higher education administration in the private sectorOther Qualifications: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.This position may be considered an essential position with report to work obligations depending on the type of emergency, campus closure, or evacuation.Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.Upon hire, candidate must have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between to all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured. This position may also require driving responsibility for an HPU vehicle. Due to driving responsibilities, you must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with HPU’s Vehicle Driving policy.Able to work all shifts and extended hoursSuccessful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.Must be flexible, able to multi-task, and enjoy speaking in public and to large groups. Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions: 1. Recruitment (50%)Develop and implement recruitment strategies, marketing and projects for assigned territory market.Evaluate and analyze markets, including doing research of educational system, funding opportunities, marketing/advertising channels, to determine target markets and effective recruitment strategies using statistical data and budgetary consideration to enroll students that support the university mission. Actively Market HPU's educational products and services to students/parents, agents, colleges/universities and professional/educational organizations via outreach in-person and virtual. Plan, cultivate and maintain contact and good working relationships with prospective students, parents, agents, and key staff at educational institutions and other relevant organizations, such as high schools, junior/community colleges, recruitment agencies, global organizations, and universities in the assigned region, with on-site visits, personal contacts, correspondence, social media, etc. Oversee full function of recruitment to admit process including: attending and planning recruitment events, locate and interview prospective applicants, collect, review and analyze documentation to make admit decisions. Provide feedback, analysis to management regarding challenges and opportunities for recruiting domestic studentsManage and coordinate internal/external communication and recruitment events such as receptions, presentations, webinars, webcasts, fairs, chats, newsletters, and representation at on- and off-campus events.In collaboration with others in Enrollment Management, develop and monitor content and messaging for the admissions social media campaign; including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Uchat and other interactive media.Travel as required to represent HPU and recruit prospective students at high schools, college fairs, receptions, information sessions, and community events.2. Admissions Process (35%)Determine eligibility for acceptance into the University based on information provided in each students file.Counsel prospective students and families about admission, financial aid, scholarships, registration, academic programs and student life at the University.Manage the collection and processing of application files for assigned territory.Develop and implement timely and efficient written and electronic correspondence with applicant pool.Meet expectations of phoning, email, and social media campaigns to prospective students and parents. Responsible for interpreting financial aid offers to provide prospective students with accurate information and counseling concerning financial need.Responsible for assisting with transfer credit evaluation. 3. Other (15%)“Counselor of the Day” – Participate in the rotation to assist with walk-in visitors, campus tours, general admissions inbox emails, live chat, and phone calls from prospective students and families.Develop and recommend the formulation of departmental goals and objectives to ensure teamwork, productivity and professional growth and development in the department.Responsible for preparing, maintaining and updating assigned sections of the Admission Office manual in keeping with the mission of the University.Responsible for monitoring reports of assigned territory. Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments. Manage student workers as assigned. Assists with seasonal peaks. Perform other related duties as assigned.This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities, which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.