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Job TitleAssistant Director AdmissionsPosition Number330670Requisition NumberB06964Position TypeAdministrativeClass Code9385Time-limited throughType of AppointmentFull-TimeFaculty Position Sub-TypeLength of AppointmentInternal Recruitment?NoWorking Hoursdays, nights and weekendsDepartmentAdmissionsOrganizationADMISSIONSDivisionAcademic Affairs - DIVCollegeApproved Hiring Salary Range$42,000 - negotiablePay BasisAnnuallyEOD

In 2018, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the 80 HEED institutions and was also recognized as a 2018 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who complains of discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of University Regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

Faculty Initiatives

The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.

General Description / Primary Purpose

Will design and execute in conjunction with the Admissions Director a cohesive program to recruit and matriculate high profile FTIC students.

Essential Duties

Job Function

As an active member of the UNF admissions team, the Assistant Director is responsible for oversight of student recruitment in assigned geographical areas. The recruitment team will report to the Assistant Director. The Assistant Director will insure there is appropriate follow-up contact with prospective students to encourage and confirm application status, participation in events, etc. He / She will disseminate information about UNF over the telephone and during on-campus visits to prospective students and parents. Establish appropriate contacts with faculty, university staff and certain key school counselors in order to support the recruitment team’s efforts to meet the profile and enrollment goal objectives. Represent UNF at high schools, college fairs, university receptions, tour presentations, webinars, camps and conventions. Recommend prospective students for admission and scholarship awards. Participate in other Admissions activities as requested which may include the development of advertisements and recruitment literature, coordinating campus events. Demonstrate knowledge of university academic and student life programs and athletics information. He/She is responsible for the oversight of the recruitment team’s response to inbound phone calls, and their responses to large volumes of electronic and hardcopy correspondence received by the Office of Admissions in a timely manner. The assistant director will coordinate and monitor outbound calls and insure the information sessions to prospective students hosted by his/her staff meet the branding and customer service expectations of Enrollment Services. The assistant director is to contribute to strategic initiatives such as enrollment and academic profile goals, commitment to a diverse campus environment, etc. He / She will also be responsible that Enrollment Services training is part of the staff’s daily activities: ex. Territory management, the Student Empowerment Approach (SEA), etc. Responsibilities include planning, developing, implementing and monitoring admissions recruitment programs while maintaining workloads, work-flows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization of assigned programs. Other duties include report development and the creation of quarterly presentations for Enrollment Services leadership. This person must use the computer to perform most of the functions of the position. The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Admissions. Hours for this position are flexible and are coordinated based on the needs of the office. The position can be scheduled within a Monday-Saturday work week and between the hours of 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. Applicants are full-time and can expect to work at least a 40-hour work week. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

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Marginal Functions

none

Required Qualifications

A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; or a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization and four years of experience directly related to the job functions.

Faculty Position Required QualificationsDepartmental Requirements

Preference shown to applicants who meet the required qualifications and also possess the following:
The candidate must have a Master’s degree and knowledge of admissions and financial aid guidelines, standards and procedures preferred. They must possess a proven track record of successfully recruiting targeted populations. Successful supervisory and managerial skills in both office operations and employee accountability. Candidate must have the ability to: Prepare and analyze reports related to student applications, admissions, and matriculation in addition to tracking on and off campus event activity; Develop and execute in partnership with the Director of Admission a strategic recruitment plan that reaches the appropriate student populations, admissions, and matriculation; Provide training for recruiters and support staff. Demonstrate an understanding of and experience with computer-based information systems and their role in supporting enrollment services; Successfully communicate, collaborate, and integrate with other university departments which support student enrollment; Demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication and analytical and interpersonal skills; Demonstrate flexibility, fairness, and objectivity in decision-making; Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with State University System admissions policies and FTE. ? Must be an enthusiastic supporter of UNF and its programs. ? Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time in assigned recruitment areas. ? Understanding of and commitment to the mission of the university and the academic profile expectation and enrollment goals for first time in college students. ? ? Must possess strong detail and time management skills. Ability to work independently and accomplish tasks under deadline stresses. ? Basic knowledge of word processing and database accessing. ? Ability to exercise interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with prospective students and their parents, faculty, staff, and other external contacts. ? Commitment to a customer-oriented provision of service.

Statement(s) of Understanding Definition

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSA’s responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in-person training session. For more information concerning the training sessions or CSAs, please contact the University Police Department at (904) 620-2800 or the Office of the General Counsel at (904) 620-2828.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual
misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional
Title IX Coordinator.

Required Licensure or Certification

Valid driver’s license required.

Machines/Equipment used regularlyAnticipated Start Date10/07/2019Job Posting Date08/21/2019Application Review Date09/06/2019Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledYesPoint of Contact InformationMeghan Hull, 620-5828Hiring OfficialTerry Evans, 620-5252Location if not JacksonvilleSpecial Instructions

Applicants must complete an online application, as well as upload supplemental documents, at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Please include three references with your application. Applicants who do not apply online and/or upload all the required documents will not be considered for this position. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Meghan Hull at m.hull@unf.edu.

Quicklinkhttp://www.unfjobs.org/postings/11630Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Interest

Optional Documents