Description
University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Public Affairs

Academic Services Senior Professional - Recruitment & Admissions Senior Professional

Position #00750131 – Requisition #20920

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The School of Public Affairs has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Recruitment & Admissions Senior Professional position.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a public research university serving more than 18,000 students. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The university receives over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at CU Anschutz in Aurora, Colo. a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at CU Denver, our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver—one of America’s most vibrant urban centers. CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.

As Colorado’s only public urban research university, the University of Colorado Denver educates a diverse student body through quality academics, ambitious research and creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home.  CU Denver educates more than 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and with easy access to the state’s cultural, business and civic hub, our students benefit from immersive classroom and real-world experiences, supplemented by unparalleled internship and networking opportunities.  As the most diverse research university in Colorado, our campus attracts top students and offers over more than 100 highly rated degree programs through eight schools and colleges, as well as more than 30 online degree programs.  Home to over 40 research centers and institutes, CU Denver receives more than $25 million in sponsored research awards annually, allowing us to generate knowledge and create solutions to society’s most complex problems.  Read CU Denver Quick Facts here. 

Job Summary:

The Recruitment and Admissions Coordinator is a full-time position that works under the supervision of the School of Public Affairs (SPA) Director of Marketing and Communications to recruit new students to SPA’s undergraduate and graduate academic programs, dividing time between undergraduate and graduate program recruitment at approximately 25% and 75%, respectively. The position executes strategies and plans that increase prospective inquiries, completed applications, and student enrollments, allowing the School to meet its enrollment and revenue goals. This person maintains positive relationships with university departments involved in recruiting and admissions, with other CU Denver schools and colleges, and with external institutions such as community colleges, employers, and other prospective student pipelines.

This position may occasionally travel and/or attend events at nights or on weekends.

Supervision Received: This position is supervised by the Director of Marketing and Communication.

Supervision Exercised: This position may supervise student employees.                                               

Examples of Work Performed:

• In partnership with supervisor, develop year-long recruitment plans for target audiences of each of SPA’s undergraduate and graduate programs, with a view to increasing student diversity
• Execute recruitment plans to reach enrollment targets for each program for each academic term (fall, spring, summer) and provide regular interim reporting using data from Slate and Tableau
• Respond to all prospective students’ requests for information about SPA programs
• Meet with prospective students in person, online, and by telephone to provide overview of programs and to answer questions
• Enter, maintain, and update prospect information in Slate, including adding notes about interactions with prospects, uploading required documents into students’ applications, etc.
• Develop and run queries in Slate to identify students’ positions in enrollment funnel and develop tactics to encourage prospective students further through the funnel
• Work in partnership with graduate program directors to shepherd the review and decisioning of applications for graduate programs
• Triage with CU Denver departments whenever notified about technical issues with student application portal
• For prospective student questions outside the purview of SPA’s areas of expertise (e.g., financial aid, student billing, housing, etc.), connect prospective students with appropriate university departments
• Regularly engage with university offices and organizations to build awareness of and pipeline into SPA programs (e.g., Undergraduate Admissions, Transfer, Graduate School, Advising, Career Services, Office of Digital Education, Student Government Association, other student organizations, staff from other schools and colleges, etc.)
• Work with supervisor to develop compelling messaging and materials for use in student recruitment, including Slate e-communications, print materials, social media campaigns, and website content
• Engage with SPA’s academic program directors and faculty to develop program-specific content for prospective students (e.g., letters to students, videos, etc.)
• Develop, schedule, and deliver a year-long series of prospective student informational webinars/in-person events
• Work with faculty to coordinate class shadowing opportunities for interested prospective students
• Provide tours of SPA’s offices, classrooms, and common areas, and partner with the Undergraduate Admissions Office to arrange for on-campus tours for students considering SPA majors
• Provide input into the strategic use of scholarships for recruitment
• Work with SPA Advising Team to ensure a smooth handover of students once they are matriculated each term
• In partnership with SPA Alumni Relations & Career Services Specialist, engage with government and nonprofit employers to recruit students
• Work with other SPA staff members engaged in outreach to develop and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders that may benefit recruitment efforts and other school priorities
• Serve on internal SPA teams and committees relevant to the position
• Represent SPA on relevant university committees as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $43,064 - $59,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is ineligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• At least two years of experience working in higher education student recruiting
• Experience using applicant tracking system (ATS) and/or customer relationship management (CRM) software

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with Slate
• Familiarity with American government, nonprofits, and criminal justice systems.
• Ability to interpret data and make data-informed recommendations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
Excellent communication and presentation skillsOutstanding customer service skills
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings
• Ability to build productive relationships with colleagues

Job Category: Academic Services
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Apr 15, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing