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The University of Texas at Arlington Senior Academic Recruiter in Arlington, Texas
Senior Academic Recruiter
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Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S05759P
Position Title Senior Academic Recruiter
UTSystem Title Senior Academic Recruiter
Department Business
Location Arlington
Job Family Student Services
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday
8:00am-5:00pm
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $55,000.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
The purpose of this role is to recruit students for undergraduate programs currently offered by a college. The role is involved in the development of recruitment strategy, planning, and execution of student engagement activities. May supervise student ambassadors and/or other staff roles. This role will also develop metrics to measure success of recruiting and communication strategies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In collaboration with the Director, develop, implement, and manage the recruitment strategies for the college’s undergraduate programs (on and off campus) to prospective students, businesses, community colleges, high schools, and other organizations in connection with recruitment of students.
Create an effective communication and marketing strategy to encourage prospective students to select the college; this may entail mailings, phone campaigns, electronic communications, college/high school visits, information sessions and other special events.
Attend recruitment fairs and conferences to establish relationships with colleges/universities. Develop/monitor metrics to measure success of program strategies and adjust as needed.
Recruit, supervise, and develop staff/student ambassadors to assist with recruiting activities and events. Review and approve ambassador social media posts in coordination with the college’s social media campaign.
Act as a community liaison between local public schools and the college to coordinate group tours and presentations; communicate admissions requirements to potential students.
Responsible for event management to increase awareness of college services to create a better prospective student experience.
Interact with high potential candidates to facilitate meetings with appropriate campus personnel to generate a positive admission response.
Assist with the application and admission process for prospective students. Keep applicants informed of their status during the admissions process.
Follow-up with newly admitted students to determine progress towards meeting the conditions of admission.
Collect, maintain, and distribute to college leadership statistical data on applicants, newly admitted students, enrolled students, retention, and graduation for each respective program.
Analyze projections for future semesters and develop strategies to increase admissions.
Performs other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with three (3) years of experience in student recruitment, admissions, or student affairs or seven (7) years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree preferred. Marketing experience also helpful.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Solid verbal and written communication skills; exemplary oral presentation skills.
Solid interpersonal skills for effectively relating to potential applicants, students, faculty, and outside contacts.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and guidance upon completion of training.
Attention to detail, listening and time management skills,
Proficient with MicroSoft Office suite and database management programs.
Familiarity with social media platforms.
Must be willing and able to travel by plane and/or automobile to conduct recruitment business.
Occasional weekend and evening projects.
Should possess a good understanding of higher education and issues related to student affairs.
Other Requirements
The employee must be able to speak clearly and hear effectively.
The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and often required to stand, walk, and stoop.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
*What is the highest level of education attained?
GED
High School Diploma
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD or equivalent
*How many years of experience do you have in marketing related activities?
1 year or less
2 to 3 years
4 to 6 years
7 years or more
*How many years of experience do you have working with college students or adolescents in an academic counseling capacity?
None/less than 2 years
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
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