Assistant Director of International Recruitment & Enrollment - MSUAASF Range C (AA26140)

Minnesota State University, Mankato • Mankato, MN

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Int’l Recruitment & Enrollment (ADIRE) develops and executes the strategic plans for the recruitment, admission and enrollment of international students from Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe and Sub-Sahara Africa to Minnesota State University, Mankato. The position will assist in developing an annual international recruitment plan, yield and enrollment plan by prioritizing international student markets, developing and utilizing customized enrollment initiatives. This position supports the international enrollment management goals of Minnesota State Mankato to identify and recruit high-quality and diverse international students for all academic programs and all levels of study with a focus on undergraduate New Entering Freshmen (NEF) and transfer student populations, including international transfer students studying in the U.S. and abroad, and the recruitment of students for the Intensive English Program (IEP). This position strategically collaborates with the Office of Admissions, Graduate Admission, the Center for English Language Programs, academic colleges and other university stakeholders, to assist in creating and leading in executing a multi-year international enrollment plan, in addition to a variety of support services that will assist in the development of partnerships, connections and pipelines between MNSU and entities from abroad (agents, institutions, organizations and sponsors) This position has a keen understanding of currently global recruitment trends, international market characteristics and emerging markets.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or three years of experience in the recruitment/admissions of post-secondary international students.
• Cross-cultural advising and programming experience.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal communication with an international population.
• Valid, applicable driver’s license.
• Acceptable DVS records check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel by various modes of transportation including airplane, automobile, bus, and train.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Strong analytical skills for reading applications, answering questions, and strategizing recruitment territory and travel schedule.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of the students and offer appropriate solutions.
• Excellent public speaking skills and ability to present the University to individual students as well as large audiences in a positive manner.
• Strong written and verbal skills to support relationship building with prospective students and other constituents.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes strategic plans for the recruitment, admission, and enrollment of international students from specified regions.
• Assists in developing annual international recruitment, yield, and enrollment plans.
• Prioritizes international student markets and develops customized enrollment initiatives.
• Supports international enrollment management goals by identifying and recruiting high-quality and diverse international students for all academic programs and levels.
• Focuses on undergraduate New Entering Freshmen (NEF) and transfer student populations, including international transfer students and Intensive English Program (IEP) students.
• Collaborates with various university offices and stakeholders to create and execute a multi-year international enrollment plan.
• Develops partnerships, connections, and pipelines with international agents, institutions, organizations, and sponsors.
• Maintains a keen understanding of global recruitment trends, international market characteristics, and emerging markets.

Benefits

• 11 paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
• a Pension Plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
• pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
• employer paid life insurance
• short and long term disability
• professional development
• a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level