Recruitment Director, Simon

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in admissions or related field or equivalent required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge and skills in such areas as counseling and recruiting required
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State upon hire required

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading all recruitment activities for an assigned region or category.
Recruits, evaluates, and participates in the selection of candidates for admission.
Maintains liaison with all organizations and individuals involved in the admissions process.
Develops public presentations designed to promote the institution.
Advises parents and applicants about educational planning.
May possess specialized knowledge in one or more areas of admissions, e.g. international recruitment, multicultural recruitment, web-based recruitment, etc.
May have project or program responsibility.
Demonstrates considerable knowledge and experience about admissions and the application review process.
May supervise and direct admissions staff in executing the application review of applicants.
Plans, directs, and coordinates department wide office policies and activities related to freshmen and transfer application review.
Develops and implements department wide priorities, protocols for counseling, and project and support staff.
Manages and plans high school visits, off campus admissions interviews and receptions, college fairs and alumni admission events in assigned regions.
Maintains frequent email and telephone contact with prospective students, families, and secondary school counselors regarding the complexities of the admissions process and the status of multiple and on-going admissions decisions.
Prepares, coordinates, and delivers group information sessions for prospective students and family members.
Establishes, manages, and directs long term goals for the annual application review calendar.
Communicates with various University senior department heads regarding the admissions process.
Guides and develops the interview training process for staff, students, and alumni and provides feedback.
Implements operation and counseling staff initiatives to ensure efficient and effective review process.
Other duties as assigned.