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Assistant Director of Admissions
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Position Number: 5857041
Location: Twin Falls, ID
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

University of Idaho

Assistant Director of Admissions

Location: Twin Falls

Division/College: Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management

Employee Category: Exempt

Pay Range: $47,500 annually or higher depending on education and experience

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
This position implements the University of Idaho recruitment and conversion initiatives for prospective and admitted undergraduate students and will act as the primary University of Idaho contact for high schools and regional community colleges in assigned geographical areas of responsibility. They will conduct recruiting activities in other selected areas as necessary.

Duties may include:

Assist prospective students and their parents in their transition to the University of Idaho, to include representing the University of Idaho at college nights, college fairs, tours, financial aid nights, visits to high schools and community colleges and following up with contacts
Track and understand the student market in the assigned region, understanding educational systems and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of U of I programs, degrees, admissions requirements and institutional data points
Independently manage a budget provided to them for recruitment initiatives and activities specific to their region
Assist with other selected on and off-campus recruitment programs
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Compiling and analyzing information and data for reporting
Planning, organizing, promoting and implementing programs for large and small groups
Composing a variety of business documents for various audiences such as students, staff, school counselors or administration
Speaking publicly to large and small groups
Using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators

Preferred Qualifications:
Education:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in student counseling, education, business or public relations or other related field

Experience:

Experience working in an admissions office
Experience operating audio/visual/video equipment and computer experience
Extensive experience in recruiting, public relations, sales, marketing or related field

Knowledge of:

Good knowledge of a student centered/customer service oriented philosophy
Knowledge of Idaho and the University of Idaho
General knowledge about all University of Idaho programs, majors, services, their requirements, restrictions and costs

Ability to:

Ability to learn admissions and financial aid requirements and deadlines for high school and transfer students
Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team with a variety of people, including students, faculty and administrators

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Ability to lift, carry and/or otherwise move objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004679P

Posting Date: 12/06/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before January 6, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

Applicants:
Please use your letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position.

For resources about how to write a letter of qualification, please visit the HR website here: Applicant Resources - Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)

If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at Eschirmer@uidaho.edu

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.