Education Recruitment and Retention Coordinator

University of Wisconsin Stout•Platteville, WI

3d•$43,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, School of Education is seeking applicants for a Recruitment & Retention Coordinator . The School of Education aspires to recruit students into all education programs and seeks to increase the number of students from underrepresented backgrounds. This position focuses on recruiting students interested in careers in education and providing support and programming to retain them through program completion. This is a full-time, academic year (9-month), benefit eligible position with opportunity for additional summer pay. Salary range for this position is $43,000 - $45,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education or related field from an accredited institution
Minimum of 1 year experience teaching in a K-12 school or working in an education-related setting.
Demonstrated passion for the teaching profession and rural education.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to manage and create content for social media platforms.
Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and develop actionable strategies.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Oversee student recruitment and retention efforts for the School of Education through data-informed decision making.
Promote education programs to first year and transfer students by meeting with prospective students on campus, visiting K-12 schools and 2-year colleges, attending education focused career fairs, and planning on-campus group events.
Plan, coordinate, and manage on-campus group events, including scheduling logistics and securing necessary resources to promote education programs and retain students in educational programs through professional development and community building activities.
Develop, coordinate, and manage efforts to increase enrollment of underrepresented students in education majors and support them through program completion.
Develop and manage targeted communication plans and materials, including the School of Education’s social media accounts, to promote programs and engage prospective and current students.
Counsel and advise prospective, admitted, and current education students on educational planning, career opportunities, and program-related guidance and provide academic advising for Elementary Education majors.
Manage Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) for qualifying education majors.
Evaluate School of Education recruitment and retention program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement.
Deliver directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences.
Identify, promote, and maintain internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission.