Associate Director, Recruitment & Retention, College of Business

University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

Job Summary: Assist in managing, coordinating, and planning the College of Business (CoB) undergraduate recruitment and retention effort. Lead CoB outreach initiatives to establish and support high schools and career development organizations. Recruit prospective students to the CoB undergraduate programs, expand awareness geographically, and promote specific programs as identified by the Dean's Office. This includes conducting recruiting activities at on- and off-campus locations, as well as at recruitment events within the region and beyond. Essential Functions:70% Primary responsibilities in undergraduate student recruitment and pipeline development Oversee and provide leadership for the CoB recruiting functions for undergraduate students. Lead the college’s outreach initiatives to establish and support high schools and career development organizations. Develop conversion strategies to support enrollment from applicants to enrolled undergraduate students while acting as a liaison to student groups, advisory boards, alumni groups, etc. Supervise the Dean’s Team to recruit prospective undergraduate students to the College Work closely with the central admissions team, CoB Dean’s office, and department Chairs in establishing new partnerships with high schools and county career centers. Lead the College’s effort to support UA Admissions’ signature events, offer private visits, and direct college-wide recruiting events. Develop and manage 3-5 signature annual events at the College to enhance student pipeline development to business majors. Support digital marketing, implement yield campaigns, and support melt initiatives at the College. 30% Responsibilities in student retention and student success Lead the College’s effort in 3-5 signature retention events annually. Support the College’s leadership team in implementing innovative retention efforts Serve K12 and community boards for pipeline development if assigned. Act as a liaison with UA Admissions. Act as a POC with student organizations at the College. Support the College’s strategic planning on student enrollment by maintaining and providing admissions data. Additional Position Information:

Requirements

• Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
• Requires a minimum of 4 years of working experience in student enrollment services or related areas, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proven record in customer service.
• Proficient computing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide leadership for the CoB recruiting functions for undergraduate students.
• Lead the college’s outreach initiatives to establish and support high schools and career development organizations.
• Develop conversion strategies to support enrollment from applicants to enrolled undergraduate students while acting as a liaison to student groups, advisory boards, alumni groups, etc.
• Supervise the Dean’s Team to recruit prospective undergraduate students to the College
• Work closely with the central admissions team, CoB Dean’s office, and department Chairs in establishing new partnerships with high schools and county career centers.
• Lead the College’s effort to support UA Admissions’ signature events, offer private visits, and direct college-wide recruiting events.
• Develop and manage 3-5 signature annual events at the College to enhance student pipeline development to business majors.
• Support digital marketing, implement yield campaigns, and support melt initiatives at the College.
• Lead the College’s effort in 3-5 signature retention events annually.
• Support the College’s leadership team in implementing innovative retention efforts
• Serve K12 and community boards for pipeline development if assigned.
• Act as a liaison with UA Admissions.
• Act as a POC with student organizations at the College.
• Support the College’s strategic planning on student enrollment by maintaining and providing admissions data.

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave.
• In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
• All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).
• The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees