Assistant Director-Admissions

7 days ago

Grand Island, NE, United States University of Nebraska Full time

Special Instructions to Applicant: Wayne State College is seeking an Assistant Director- Admissions for the Grand Island area.

Job Summary:

Assist in the development and implementation of a student recruitment strategy with specialization in a focus area. Involves recruiting students, recording student data, and travel. Play a key role in developing and executing new student recruitment with an emphasis on the Grand Island and central Nebraska. Area. This position requires a high level of independence and strategic decision making. Build strong relationships with local schools and community-based organizations raising the awareness of Wayne State College. Engage students through presentations and events and guide prospective students and their families through the admissions process. Travel throughout the Central Nebraska region to represent the college, manage recruitment materials, and track student data to inform and refine outreach efforts.

Examples of Work Performed:

  1. Assist in the development of a student recruitment strategy specifically for the assigned territory.
  2. Record and analyze student data to meet recruitment goals.
  3. Report regular progress of recruitment efforts.
  4. Meet enrollment goals for assigned recruitment area.
  5. Create and maintain relationships with community-based organizations.
  6. Present the College and the Admissions profession in a positive way at all times.
  7. Represent the College to prospective students and their families in a variety of opportunities and area venues
  8. Coordinates recruitment events in the area
  9. Travel includes loading and transporting admissions materials, displays and other equipment.
  10. Regular outreach to prospective students to encourage campus visits as well as apply for admission.
  11. Assist students individually and in groups to apply for Admission and address the college admission process.
  12. Maintain regular follow-up communication with students regarding the status.
  13. Assist with summer month new student registration programs.
  14. Some Evening and weekend hours required especially during peak recruitment times.
  15. Periodic travel to the main campus in Wayne required.
  16. Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or admissions work experience.

Other requirements: criminal background and DMV check; valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:
  1. Strong cross-cultural interpersonal and writing skills.
  2. Public speaking skills that include diverse populations.
  3. Spanish Speaking.
  4. Ability to prioritize and work independently to complete tasks.
  5. 3-5 years of professional work experience.


About Us:

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

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