SS Pro 4-Admissions

University of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN

396d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The NXT GEN Teach Apprenticeship program at the University of Minnesota aims to address state needs in teacher preparation and create pathways for diverse candidates to enter the teaching profession. The recruiter will collaborate with district partners and university campuses to implement recruitment strategies, support candidates through the admissions process, and manage grant and scholarship opportunities, all while promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within the program.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree plus five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree with three (3) years of related professional experience.
• Previous experience working in student services, admissions, or educational programs.
• Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds and identities.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or coursework in Special Education or a related area.
• Ability to develop and deliver recruitment efforts that account for diverse backgrounds.
• Experience working with students in a higher-education setting.
• Strong communication and marketing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently organize, problem-solve, and follow through on multiple projects.
• Familiarity with information management, including building queries and reports from databases.

Responsibilities

• Design a strategic recruitment plan for NXT GEN Teach to attract a diverse cohort.
• Research student behavioral trends and use data to influence the recruiting plan.
• Implement and analyze current recruitment strategies to determine effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop a multi-faceted recruitment approach leveraging non-traditional strategies and direct admissions pipelines.
• Collaborate with education departments across the UMN system to establish program partnerships.
• Develop comprehensive communications plans tailored to diverse demographics.
• Coordinate NXT GEN Teach participation in recruitment events and organize recruitment events as needed.
• Establish and implement an admissions strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Collect and analyze data to increase efficiency and drive admissions strategy.
• Develop and coordinate the departmental admissions process for NXT GEN Teach candidates.
• Oversee the review of applications and make final decisions on applicants in consultation with the Director of NXT GEN Teach.
• Stay abreast of funding opportunities and educate candidates on available financial support.
• Develop and manage an internal admissions data system for NXT GEN Teach.
• Lead admissions policy review, creation, and implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• University HSA contributions.
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance.
• Employee wellbeing program.
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity.
• Financial counseling services.
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost.
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree