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PSS RECRUITER

Staff Full-Time

DS9979

OSU INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Prospective Student Services

Okmulgee, Oklahoma

16.02 - 16.02, Hourly

Variable schedule

GENERAL SUMMARY: This PSS Recruiter is primarily responsiblefor the recruitment and coordination of enrollment management activities for thelocal market (Okmulgee county) including, but not limited to, high schoolstudents, military personnel, and non-traditional adults. The primary role ofthe PSS Recruiter is to develop a strong working relationship with prospectivestudents and families and serve as their key contact throughout the enrollmentprocess. This Recruiter will assist in the transition of students to theappropriate academic unit once a program of study interest has been determined.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct presentations and present information to prospective students at high schools.
• Represent University at College & Career Fairs; Represent University at special events.
• Develop relationships with high school counselors, educators and others to develop a referral network to access students.
• Present scholarships at high school graduations.
• Acquire data from prospective students.
• Identify students enrolled in Oklahoma Promise.
• Identify and actively recruit minority applicants.
• Identify and actively recruit military personnel.
• Support International Affairs Office recruitment activities.
• Initiate the Application for Admission.
• Schedule personal tours for prospective students.
• Assist with tours of Campus/Academic Units.
• Inform and assist prospective students to appropriate offices for completion of enrollment process.
• Establish personal follow up communication with prospective students-tailored through Slate with a minimum of 8 hours of calls per week.
• Coordinate and serve as primary contact for College & Career Fairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Please upload cover letter, resume, and list of references for full consideration.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree from accredited college or university required; Bachelor degree preferred.
• Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Minimum of two years related work experience in higher education or similar environment.
• Two years’ experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of veteran affairs/services.
• Experience giving formal presentations and workshops.
• Must be able to effectively contribute in a dynamic, team environment.
• A positive “can-do” attitude along with a professional appearance and demeanor should be modeled at all times.
• Must be flexible, innovative and self-motivated.
• Must have a willingness to continually self-initiate learning to remain current in expertise.
• Should be able to quickly grasp and apply training in learning new skills and methods.
• Must be able to interact effectively with members of student support units and contribute in a dynamic team environment that adheres to process-oriented, results driven strategies.
• Should be able to quickly grasp and apply new skills and methods.
• Must be customer service driven with ability to work and respond effectively to diverse audiences of internal and external clients.
• Must possess strong organizational skills as well as a demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be able to develop and deliver oral presentations and written materials for a variety of audiences and multiple venues.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to include verbal interaction and group presentation; able to interact effectively with students of all ages, Career Technology counselors and instructors, as well as employers in the industries served by the assigned Division/program.
• Must be able to continually incorporate feedback, ideas, and requests into the recruitment process.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
• A flexible work schedule may be required occasionally to meet client demands and special programming needs.
• Travel will be required.
• Normal office physical environment; ability to lift up to 25 pounds.