Assistant Director of Admissions for Community Outreach

Ball State University welcomes applicants for our Assistant Director of Admissions for Community Outreach position.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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This position serves to support recruitment of new students from growing markets for Ball State University. This position will manage a territory where they will be responsible for outreach to high schools and community colleges, attend college fairs, and communicate and counsel prospective and admitted students and parents. This role will also have a responsibility to participate in on-campus and off-campus events hosted by the University and will be encouraged to build and foster relationships within the growing markets and community-based organizations.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution by the starting date of position.

At least one year of relevant educational or outreach work experience.

Bilingual, Spanish fluency; demonstrated; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and oral) with a customer service orientation; ability to speak before large groups or audiences; comfort and experience with computer technology; ability to load and transport admissions materials, displays, and other equipment; possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy.

Master's degree in student affairs, education, communication, or related field.

Additional years of related experience.

Experience working with students and organizations; higher education/recruitment experience or experience working with students in a high school setting; working at or in partnership with community-based organizations. Experience working with and presenting to students.

None.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Minimum Salary is $47,500.

Manage recruitment territory; extensive travel for approximately ten to twelve weeks; possess working knowledge and familiarity of high schools and guidance counselors in assigned market area to include visit policy, enrollment history (into Ball State), and academic profile of each high school; provide support with targeted recruitment visits to feeder high schools, spring visits to attract high school juniors, by: making decisions with the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions regarding which schools to visit, making decisions independently regarding timing and scheduling of visits, performing appropriate follow-up, cultivating non-productive high schools, maintaining positive relationships with guidance professionals, and assessing market culture to meet enrollment goals.

Develop outreach strategy and represent Ball State at admissions-related initiatives including, but not limited to: high school visits, community college events, college fairs, on-campus recruitment or yield events, and off-campus recruitment or yield events.

Develop outreach strategies in collaboration with communication managers.

Travel to events within assigned territory as well as community outreach events.

Daily management of recruitment-related tasks including evaluating admission applications.

Identify and cultivate relationships with community-based organizations outside of the university.

Work with campus and community partners to develop and implement on and off campus programming specific to outreach in higher education.

Counsel students and families on admissions process.

Collaborate with Welcome Center and student Tour Guide program to assist with recruitment of students to be a part of the organization.

Maintain strong connections with campus partners including centers on campus to ensure the needs of students are addressed in policies, events and communications.

Work with communications team to create, interpret/adapt, and implement best practices within communication efforts based upon population needs.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.