Senior Admission Counselor or Assistant Director, Diversity Recruitment and Outreach, Admissions
The Office of Admissions is seeking a full-time Senior Admission Counselor OR Assistant Director of Diversity Recruitment and Outreach to join our dynamic team. In this role you will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive recruitment plan focused on creating a diverse undergraduate student body with particular attention to underrepresented racial/ethnic minorities, first-generation students, low-income students, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. You may be a good fit for this opportunity if you have programming or administrative experience, are passionate about supporting and recruiting diverse students populations and believe in higher education. (See title clarification in qualifications/additional info below)
In this role you will:
- Plan, implement and assess recruitment, outreach and public service programs aimed at creating a diverse undergraduate student body.
- Identify, equip and mobilize a community of University of Iowa students, faculty, staff and alumni eager to assist with college readiness, college access and other outreach initiatives designed to serve underrepresented students.
- Cultivate, strengthen, and maintain relationships with high school counselors, independent counselors, community college advisors, state and federal agencies such as and Upward Bound, community-based organizations and other key stakeholders who work with underrepresented populations.
- Work collaboratively with campus partners, committees and other groups involved in implementing the institution’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan.
- Counsel and advise prospective students (first year and transfer) through the college search process by providing timely and accurate information and promptly responding to large volumes of inquiries.
- Manage an assigned geographic recruitment territory in order to meet enrollment goals. This includes planning, executing and evaluating recruitment activities and events (high school visits, college fairs, on- and off-campus events, direct outreach and communication).
- And more!
For a copy of the full position description visit the Provost Career Opportunities page or email emily-kleinmeyer@uiowa.edu.
The successful candidate for this role will bring:
Required
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Program and administrative experience (1-3 years for a Senior Admission Counselor OR more than 3 years for an Assistant Director) in a post‐secondary academic setting that support student/staff engagement for diversity initiatives, preferably in college admissions or programs.
- Basic knowledge or understanding of both benefits of and challenges to recruiting underrepresented student populations.
- Demonstrates a working proficiency level in:
- Collaborating across multiple departments or units to engage students or staff in programs or initiatives, preferably with a diversity, equity and inclusion focus.
- The use of Microsoft Office software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Demonstrates an Extensive proficiency level in:
- The ability to operate a program by developing, promoting, and implementing the specific goals and objectives of the program.
- Decision making and critical thinking; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately and reach productive decisions.
- Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
- Interacting with a variety of individuals in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Other
- Must be available to travel extensively (~25%); could include overnight, evening, and weekend travel and work.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the Fleet Safety Program guidelines.
Desired
- Master’s degree in Student Affairs or related field.
- Experience in admissions work, educational agency serving college bound populations, student service programs (financial aid, student life, residence hall services, student organizations, etc.), especially serving underrepresented student populations.
- Demonstrates a working proficiency level in:
- The knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Direct experience with recruiting underrepresented student populations.
APPLY!
To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload both of the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal and credential background check. Up to five (5) professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Additional Details
- The anticipated hiring salary for this position is a range of $43,558 - 46,000 for Senior Admission Counselor title OR $45,500-$48,000 for Assistant Director title. Title is dependent on years of experience and desired qualifications. Reach out to the contact person to learn more about benefits, compensation practices, and career development opportunities.
- In support of the University of Iowa residential-campus experience, mission and values, and due to the nature of this position within the University, the department currently has the expectation of all Admissions employees to work fully on-site on a regular basis, working remote only when the work dictates (i.e. travel) and during some breaks.
- For questions, contact Emily Kleinmeyer at emily-kleinmeyer@uiowa.edu
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs
