Admissions Representative

Hiring Department:  Office of Admissions


Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification:  $32,000/annual  Benefitted, Exempt.
Benefits: Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave.  Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
Work Schedule:  Will be required to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible evening and weekend hours.

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 5PM on the closing date.

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Position Details:      A Complete Position Description is available as an attachment in the bottom right corner of this position announcement.

The mission of the Office of Admissions is to attract and enroll an academically -prepared student body that is geographically, ethnically, and economically diverse. We embrace the University’s commitment towards student success by seeking students who will persevere and graduate as the next generation of leaders. We proudly serve as the front door to the University of North Dakota, and we strive to create unique and memorable experiences for all our guests.
 
The Admissions Representative is responsible for the recruitment of undergraduate and graduate students to the University of North Dakota.  The position delivers the UND recruitment message to his/her territory’s high schools, community colleges, colleges working closely with prospective graduate, freshman and transfer students, their parents, and administrators.  Admissions Representatives support the Admissions recruitment mission and the overall mission of the University.  The messages conveyed and strategies employed will be consistent with an overall strategic student recruitment plan.


The purpose of this position is to:
 

• Communicate extensively with prospective students
• Maintain a recruitment territory and travel to schools within that territory
• Work as a team member to promote the success of the Office of Admissions

Required Competencies:
 

• Ability to relate to and develop rapport with a diverse range of students as well as high school & college counselors/advisors.
• Strong communication and public relations skills including the ability to express ideas clearly, in a convincng and credible manner.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability in problem solving, sound decision making and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to represent the University in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to travel and work a varied schedule with flexible evening and weekend hours.
• Ability to travel to remote locations (valid driver's license) as needed.
• Able to load and transport admissions materials, displays and other equipment (lift up to 40 lbs).

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Minimum Requirements:
 

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet.
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of Criminal History Records Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 
  

 Preferred Qualifications:
 

• Experience directly related to successful college recruitment & promotion.
• Experience in marketing, public relations, or sales.
• Experience with programs and services offered at UND.
• Graduate degree.
• Experience working with graduate students and faculty.

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EEO/AA for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
 

Confidentiality of Application Materials
Note: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.
 
EEO Statement
UND is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status on the form found at http://und.edu/affirmative-action/apcontrolcard.cfm.  This information will remain confidential and separate from your application. 
 
ND Veteran’s Preference
North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.
 
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.  The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus.  As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report.  The report and statistical data can be found online at http://und.edu/discover/_files/docs/annual-security-report.pdf.  You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND 58202.