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Campus Visit Program Coordinator

Employer
University of Denver
Location
Denver, Colorado, USA
Salary
Negotiable

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Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Details

The Enrollment Division at the University of Denver (DU), which consists of Undergraduate Admission, International Student Admission and Financial Aid, works to attract, enroll and cultivate an optimal mix of vibrant and intellectually motivated students who will enrich the composition of our learning community and go on to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Recognizing education as a means of individual and societal transformation, our vision is to inspire, guide, and support prospective and current students as leaders and scholars who will positively impact their communities. In our daily work, the enrollment team is guided by these values: intentional and informed decisions; integrity; diversity, equity and inclusion; collaboration; fiscal responsibility; pioneering spirit; clear and thoughtful communication; and exceptional quality service. As an educational and research community, DU values curiosity, intellectual freedom, and open communication. DU respects individual differences and embraces civil discourse. DU promotes caring and close individual attention. DU is a community distinguished by inclusiveness, collaboration, responsiveness, and accountability. As such, we are committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Summary

This position, one of two Campus Visit Program Coordinators within Undergraduate Admission, reports to the Director of Visit Programs, will bring experience, skill and passion to our Visit Team. DUs visit program welcomes 25,000 visitors each year and contributes to the overall recruitment and enrollment efforts of Undergraduate Admission by developing, implementing and assessing ways for interested constituents to gain a more thorough understanding of the University of Denver and what it has to offer. Through leadership, coordination and customer service, this position is the direct supervisor of the 80+ tour guide team; coordinates all aspects of the Daily Visit, Friday@DU, Transfer Preview Visit Programs, and virtual tours; and ensures that all touchpoints with visitors are delivered with exceptional quality service.

Essential Functions

Leadership and Supervision

  • Utilize student development theory to provide direct supervision to the 80+ tour guides (Team 1864) and its student leadership team. Hire, train, assign and review work; develop performance goals and assess performance.
  • Provide direction and clarification and respond to questions and inquiries. Assign work schedules to ensure proper coverage of the front desk, campus tours, campus visitation events and special requests.

    • Campus Visit Coordination

  • Manage all aspects of daily visits and independently execute the various aspects of a complex, individualized visit program.
  • Oversee our 11 half-day visit programs (Friday@DU) as well as our three Transfer Visit Programs. This includes reserving venue space, parking, AV, and food; assigning tour guides and admission staff; and arranging all aspects of the students visit - faculty appointments, class visits, and student panels.
  • Assist the rest of the visit team to provide exceptional quality services to all visitors (i.e. high school and middle school groups, admitted student programs, high school counselors, alumni, graduate students, etc.).

    • Customer Service & Hospitality

  • Ensure all touchpoints with visitors are delivered with exceptional quality service.
  • Ensure admission personnel and the DU Community are prepared to assist each guest (via phone calls, in-person, and email) with success and with the utmost respect.

    • Communication

  • Provide comprehensive communication with visitors before and after their visit.
  • Open communication with other departments across campus to ensure a successful visit for prospective families.

    • Other duties as assigned

    Supervisory Duties

  • Supervises 80+ student tour guide teams and four lead guides.

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Excellent written, verbal and public speaking skills.
  • Coordinate multiple events and activities while maintaining focus on details and outcome.
  • Act independently to resolve issues, enhance programs, or facilitate initiatives with guidance from supervisor.
  • Utilize and draw from both quantitative and qualitative data sources to make the most informed & comprehensive decisions.
  • Strong relationship management skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity including the understanding and appreciation for cultural differences that impact the student experience.
  • Communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
  • Contribute to the Visit Team with innovation, critical engagement, accountability and a collaborative spirit.
  • Provide our key constituents with exceptional quality service.

    • Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED
  • One year of office experience

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of college
  • Experience in an admission or administrative setting

    • Working Environment

  • Standard office environment.
  • Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.
  • Noise level is quiet to moderate.

    • Physical Activities

  • Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period.
  • Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

    • Work Schedule

    Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Application Deadline

    For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) March 31, 2023.

    Special Instructions

    Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

    Salary Grade Number:

    The salary grade for the position is 5.

    Hourly Range:

    The salary range for this position is $20.00-$22.00.

    The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidates sex or any other protected status.

    Benefits:

    The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

    Please include the following documents with your application:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

    • The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age (40 years and over in the employment context), religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veterans status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the university's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended in 2008; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For the university's complete Non-Discrimination Statement, please see non‑discrimination‑statement.

    All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

    Organization

    Founded in 1864—just a few years after the city of Denver itself was founded—the University of Denver is one of the country's premier private universities.

    The University's 125-acre campus, a few miles south of downtown Denver, is home to more than 11,500 students hailing from all regions of the United States and 83 other countries.

    The University offers:

    Regardless of what they study, University of Denver students embark on a personal educational journey that helps them find and follow their individual purpose.

    Collaborative, Experiential Learning

    Our students work closely with faculty, peers and members of the community on projects, research and fieldwork. They cross disciplines to discover new perspectives and approaches to problem solving.

    In and out of the classroom, our students learn by doing, whether they're collecting data in the field or putting theory into practice in a clinical setting.

    The University of Denver Culture

    Across the University of Denver’s many divisions, departments, and offices, supervisors are searching for new employees who strive to excel and innovate, prize integrity, and who value the opportunity to engage with the community.  The University is always looking for creative problem solvers, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners who want to know more and do more.

    At the University of Denver, our culture is steeped in ethics and social responsibility. As a result, our faculty and students represent a wide array of perspectives and enjoy the healthy dialogue that grows out of diversity. University of Maryland, Baltimore

    For all their differences, the members of our community are united by a common purpose: They're determined to confront society's most pressing challenges—everything from world health and the global economy to access to education.

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    3038717770
    Location
    2199 S. University Blvd.
     Denver
    Colorado
    80210
    US
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