DePaul University
Assistant Director, Regional Representative, Western Region
DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The Highlights:
Reporting to the Director of First-Year Recruitment & Admission, the Assistant Director, Regional Representative- Western Region is responsible for executing targeted recruitment activities and strategies designed to attract and enroll an undergraduate population from the Western region of the US. Living and working in the assigned region, this position manages a recruitment territory, counsels prospective students and their families, and assists in evaluating transcripts and recommending admission decisions.
The Assistant Director also conducts reporting via SLATE and other tools, and contributes to the advancement of DePaul's regional undergraduate recruitment strategies and initiatives, with a special focus on relationship and brand-building with high schools' and community colleges' counselors, prospective students and their families. The position drives the development and project management of the regional recruitment strategy in the Western region.
What You'll Do:
Develops and executes targeted recruitment activities and strategies designed to attract and enroll an undergraduate population of a predetermined size and mix, as defined by the university's enrollment goals and strategic plan. Develops and executes targeted outreach efforts to attract prospective students. Counsels and advises prospective students about undergraduate education opportunities at DePaul through telephone calls, regularly scheduled appointments, high-school and community colleges' on-site information sessions, open houses and admission events.
Conducts and provides regular reporting via SLATE and other tools which informs the evolving development and execution of the regional undergraduate recruitment strategy and related recruitment initiatives and activities, including relationship and brand-building with high schools and as needed, community colleges. In concert with other members of the Regional team, drives the development of the regional recruitment strategy and project manage the tactics of the strategy. Develops and delivers special project work as the need and opportunity arises.
What You'll Need:
A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree in a related field (e.g., marketing, business, higher education, communication) is preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of college admission experience, especially in the specified region, is preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of direct, progressive and successful experience with marketing and/or recruiting practices and recruitment software, especially SLATE, is strongly preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license and meet the eligibility requirements per the University Vehicle, Driver and Travel Safety Policy
Measurable project management experience and evidence of progressive responsibility is strongly desired.
Position works out of a home office located in a metropolitan area within the Western Region of the US, and requires evening and weekend work, local and regional travel and use of personal or rental vehicle.
Expected to attend trainings and events on the DePaul campus ~one to three times a year.
Perks:
Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
Tuition waivers for employees
and
dependents.
Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
Full-Time Benefits
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
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Reporting to the Director of First-Year Recruitment & Admission, the Assistant Director, Regional Representative- Western Region is responsible for executing targeted recruitment activities and strategies designed to attract and enroll an undergraduate population from the Western region of the US. Living and working in the assigned region, this position manages a recruitment territory, counsels prospective students and their families, and assists in evaluating transcripts and recommending admission decisions.
The Assistant Director also conducts reporting via SLATE and other tools, and contributes to the advancement of DePaul's regional undergraduate recruitment strategies and initiatives, with a special focus on relationship and brand-building with high schools' and community colleges' counselors, prospective students and their families. The position drives the development and project management of the regional recruitment strategy in the Western region.
What You'll Do:
Develops and executes targeted recruitment activities and strategies designed to attract and enroll an undergraduate population of a predetermined size and mix, as defined by the university's enrollment goals and strategic plan. Develops and executes targeted outreach efforts to attract prospective students. Counsels and advises prospective students about undergraduate education opportunities at DePaul through telephone calls, regularly scheduled appointments, high-school and community colleges' on-site information sessions, open houses and admission events.
Conducts and provides regular reporting via SLATE and other tools which informs the evolving development and execution of the regional undergraduate recruitment strategy and related recruitment initiatives and activities, including relationship and brand-building with high schools and as needed, community colleges. In concert with other members of the Regional team, drives the development of the regional recruitment strategy and project manage the tactics of the strategy. Develops and delivers special project work as the need and opportunity arises.
What You'll Need:
A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree in a related field (e.g., marketing, business, higher education, communication) is preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of college admission experience, especially in the specified region, is preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of direct, progressive and successful experience with marketing and/or recruiting practices and recruitment software, especially SLATE, is strongly preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license and meet the eligibility requirements per the University Vehicle, Driver and Travel Safety Policy
Measurable project management experience and evidence of progressive responsibility is strongly desired.
Position works out of a home office located in a metropolitan area within the Western Region of the US, and requires evening and weekend work, local and regional travel and use of personal or rental vehicle.
Expected to attend trainings and events on the DePaul campus ~one to three times a year.
Perks:
Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
Tuition waivers for employees
and
dependents.
Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
Full-Time Benefits
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
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