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Position Number013973Functional TitleAssistant Director, Graduate RecruitmentPosition TypeAdministration - StaffPosition EclassEP - EHRA 12 mo leave earningUniversity Information

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

In the Bryan School of Business & Economics, we create and disseminate knowledge about the theory and practice of business. In addition to our courses and research, we accomplish this through hands-on projects, global experiences, and outreach to the community. Our work produces principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers who have a global perspective, an innovative mindset, a broad understanding of sustainability, and a commitment to improve the organizations in which they work and the communities in which they live.

The Office of External Affairs has responsibility for the following major functions of the Bryan School:

• Marketing & Communications for the entire School (including web & website)
• Corporate outreach to industry/employers/business community
• Graduate student recruiting for seven graduate programs
• Alumni engagement
• Events management
• Graduate and undergraduate student professional development
• Executive Education

Position Summary

This position is responsible for measurably increasing the enrollment of qualified graduate students to the various programs available in the Bryan School. This position is primarily externally focused, requiring substantial local, regional, national and (possibly) international travel.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree OR Bachelor’s degree, with at least 2 years of work experience in related fields. Proficiency with productivity tools such as M/S Word, Excel and presentations tools.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and CertificatesPreferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree (e.g., MBA, Personnel Administration, or Communications). Broad knowledge and experience in recruiting processes is a plus. Strong business networking, sales skills, and proficiency in the use of CRM tools.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For consideration, applicants are asked to upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter, not to exceed one page, detailing personal qualifications as they relate to the position description.
• List of references

Recruitment RangeCommensurate with ExperienceOrg #-DepartmentDean's Office - BE - 11801Job Open Date10/01/2019For Best Consideration DateJob Close DateOpen Until FilledYesFTE1.000Type of AppointmentPermanentIf time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.Number of Months per Year12FLSAExemptKey Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time10%Key Responsibility

Produce annual graduate recruitment strategy

Essential Tasks

Develop and communicate an annual graduate recruitment strategy to accommodate the graduate programs of the Bryan School. This responsibility will ensure that graduate application goals are set for each respective program, communicated and create the necessary collaboration among all the Program Managers and respective Department Heads of the Bryan School.

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time50%Key Responsibility

Generate growth in graduate program applications

Essential Tasks

Implement major strategies to drive annual growth in graduate program applications across the various programs. This includes, but is not limited to, the following actions:
a. External engagements with industry and higher educational organizations
b. External engagements with prospective graduate recruits
c. External engagements with formal recruiting events
d. Innovative methods that position the Bryan School as the graduate programs of choice.

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time25%Key Responsibility

Provide program leadership and employee mentoring

Essential Tasks

Supervision of the Call Center initiative, employee(s) & GA’s. Early personal engagement with prospective students increases the changes they will apply to our programs. The person(s) manning the Call Center must be taught the intricacies of each of the graduate programs offered, as well as “telephone selling & etiquette” skills. Since this is a numbers-driven initiative, record-keeping of activities must be accurate and timely. As the Supervisor of this program, establishing business protocols, providing the necessary training and managing the activities consistently and constantly is paramount.

Key Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time15%Key Responsibility

Office of External Relations engagement

Essential Tasks

As an integral member of the Office of External Affairs within the Bryan School, provide meaningful contributions for the various programs managed by the Office. Moreover, fostering close collaboration with members of the team responsible for employer engagement and graduate student professional development is necessary.

ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

R for Rare (0-30%), O for Occasional (30-60%), F for Frequent (60-90%), C for Constant (90-100%).

Physical EffortHand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - F, Hearing - C, Talking - C, Standing - O, Sitting - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - RWork EnvironmentDriving - Car/Truck - R, Inside - F, Outside - RApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
   • SpartanTalent Website
   • Piedmont Triad Area Newspaper
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Other professional journal / website
   • NCWorks.gov
   • UNC School System Job Board
   • Personal Networking
   • Facebook
   • Twitter
   • Indeed.com
   • NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
   • Other
2. If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
   • Yes
   • No