Job Title:
Student Recruitment Project Coordinator, CCI
Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH
Salary:
$45,599 - $50,000
Basic Function:
Recruit students for the College of Communication and Information (CCI). Reports to designated supervisor.
Additional Basic Function – if applicable:
CCI is the only college in the nation that offers degree programs from five distinct but interrelated fields of study – media, design, communication, information and digital technologies. This unique alignment symbolizes Kent State and CCI’s innovative, focused and strategic vision that prepares our graduates for today’s world. Our inclusive, friendly, and supportive environment, advanced curriculum and powerful experiential learning opportunities all combine to drive student success, while our highly-engaged faculty drive our industry forward with nationally-recognized research.
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
Collaborate with CCI staff and leadership to develop, coordinate, and implement recruitment strategies for a specific population of students.
Execute recruitment strategies effectively to meet short- and long- term goals.
Lead the implementation and execution of college recruitment events and support college participation in University recruitment events.
May serve as project manager and administrative support for CCI Summer Workshops.
Assist the CCI Strategic Communications and External Affairs team in the production of student recruiting materials.
Collaborate with diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging staff and college/school leadership to ensure that CCI employs diverse and inclusive recruiting practices.
Access, analyze, and track student data in University CRM systems.
Manage prospective student tours/visits, and coordinate strategic engagement opportunities with area middle and high schools.
Collaborate with various University departments including the Admissions Office to maximize the results of student recruitment.
May serve as the coordinator of the CCI student ambassadors program.
May supervise student employees and interns.
May support graduate and international student recruiting efforts within the college.
Participate in department, division, and University special projects as required.
Serve on various departmental, divisional, and University committees.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:
This position will support our undergraduate recruitment efforts through collaborating with CCI staff and leadership to develop, coordinate and implement recruitment strategies. The position will also support graduate recruitment efforts through digital outreach, digital interaction with prospective graduate students online, and tracking and reporting prospective student data. This graduate student engagement will provide frontline support to graduate students as they move from prospective students to applicants to admitted students in the university systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; minimum of two years’ higher education administrative experience. Must be able to work a flexible schedule with the ability to travel.
License/Certification:
Not applicable.
Knowledge Of:
Personal computer applications (e.g. MS Office Suite including database, spreadsheet, word processing, internet, e-mail; ERP application) *
College/university administrative policies and procedures *
Various curricula, admission criteria, FERPA, immigration, and policies affecting students *
Skill In:
Written and interpersonal communication *
Project management *
Public speaking and delivering presentations *
Developing positive and collaborative relationships *
Ability To:
Demonstrate leadership skills *
Learn and understand the curriculum and degree programs in CCI *
Promote and communicate about CCI programs to students and families*
Work with diverse groups of people*
Manage projects *
Develop and implement plans *
Work independently and as an effective change agent *
Teach and facilitate others *
Work a flexible schedule with the ability to travel *
Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:
Post bacccalaureate coursework and experience working with students
Knowledge of recruitment best practices
Experience working with CRM systems
Assessments:
Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent will be required to work a flexible schedule, travel from building to building, off campus, and travel internationally.
Working Schedule:
Additional Information:
Must pass a security check.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.
Disclaimer:
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.
