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University of Minnesota · 3 hours ago

Associate Director of Recruiting

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$57K/yr - $65K/yr

4+ years exp

The University of Minnesota is a large public research university, and they are seeking an Associate Director of Recruiting to join their new student recruitment team. This role is responsible for implementing recruiting strategies for Carlson MBA and Specialized Masters Programs, building relationships across the University, and managing recruitment efforts to attract high-quality candidates.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Proactively reach-out and follow-up with prospective students for Specialized Masters and MBA programs. This includes e-mails, phone calls, texts, 1:1 virtual and on-campus meetings, and student visits to ensure a personalized experience in the pre-submissions phase of the student experience

Serve as key advisor to prospective students for MBA and specialized Masters programs. Inform prospective students about program options and advise candidates on program of best fit. Follow up with prospective student requests (via scheduled appointments, Zoom, phone or e-mail, walk-ins)

Participate in developing the overall recruiting strategy

Coordinate and participate in corporate information sessions and visits

Lead, plan, and present at program information sessions for prospective students

Participate in and support marketing strategy via participating in recruiting chats, SEO articles, virtual fairs, social media, and videos

Serve as a representative for Carlson MBA and MS programs at virtual or in-person domestic and international recruiting events

Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for recruiting undergraduate and early career professionals to Carlson Specialized Masters programs

Partner with Academic Departments, Career Centers, Academic Advisors, Student clubs, and other areas across the University and at external colleges/universities to increase the pipeline and application submission of qualified students to early career graduate business programs at Carlson

Plan and attend virtual or in-person events and fairs aimed at recruiting and engaging undergraduate students to apply to Carlson early career graduate business programs

Track performance and conversion of “campus ground game” leads, inquiries, application starts, and application submissions to Carlson graduate business programs. Use results to inform or pivot strategy

Partner with the MarComm team to develop ads and other marketing materials to support campus ground game strategy and recruitment

Identify external partners or organizations that would increase leads for early career Specialized Masters programs

Conduct admissions interviews and provide recommendation for admission into MBA & specialized Masters programs in a timely manner

Review and evaluate admissions applications and participate in admissions committee reviews for MBA & specialized Masters programs

Participate in yield events

Track international student visa statuses and project enrollment numbers

Participate in new student orientation

Manage any relevant budget line items for the Recruiting team as directed by the Director of Recruiting

Participate in professional conferences and workshops as appropriate

Participate in school-wide activities & committees as appropriate

Participate and actively contribute at all levels of department staff meetings

Participate in department projects/events as needed

Manage Graduate Assistants or Student workers as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Graduate program recruitmentPublic speakingProject managementCustomer serviceData analysisTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solvingAttention to detailConfidentiality

Required

BA/BS degree plus at least 4 years of related experience OR Masters plus 2 years of related experience

Ability to travel and work evenings and occasional weekends

Preferred

Knowledge of the graduate program recruitment and admissions process

Excellent oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated effectiveness in public speaking and presenting

Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals

Self-starter. Able to work independently, multi-task effectively, and foster teamwork

Ability to work with high-level professionals from external organizations

Outstanding customer service skills and strong attention to detail

Demonstrated work in a professional business setting; experience working with adult students

Proven record of success working in a fast-paced environment

Ability to coordinate workflow

High level of political and personnel management acumen. Ability to maintain confidentiality, objectivity, sensitivity, discretion, professionalism, and exercise good judgment and tact

Strong problem-solving and project management skills

An analytic mindset that utilizes data and research to inform decision-making

Ability to travel domestically and internationally, primarily between May and November

Experience managing multiple, simultaneous projects