University of Iowa Research · 2 weeks ago
Assistant Director, Pre-Tippie Programs
The University of Iowa Research is seeking an Assistant Director for their Undergraduate Program Office. This role involves holistic advising for prospective and current undergraduate students, assisting with recruitment activities, and co-leading program management.
Research
Responsibilities
Provide holistic advising to both prospective and current undergraduate students regarding: academics, registration, admission requirements, professional development, involvement opportunities, study abroad, graduation, and policies and procedures
Assist in the planning and implementation of domestic and international recruitment activities, including, but not limited to Hawkeye Visit Days, Admitted Student Days, Top Scholars Day, Transfer Days, Preview Iowa, Business Visit Day, Next Step Iowa, special recruiting presentations, Admission Information Sessions, and daily visits with prospective students and parents. Some recruiting events will require occasional time outside the 8:00am to 5:00pm
Co-lead Pre-Admission Requirement form students complete as part of their admission requirements
Supervise peer mentors for Connect2Biz LLC Discover Business at Tippie course on admissions requirements, academic programs, and tour presentations
Oversee updating and management of admission, website, and academic planning publications for Standard Admission
Build workshops related to academic planning for prospective students in collaboration with advising vertical in Tippie
Assist in facilitating campus updates to AAC each academic year and creating monthly meetings with their pre-business liaisons
Teach sections of our Discover Business at Tippie
Provide support to Associate Director budget for PAR and Admissions related materials (Connect2Biz)
Co-supervision of LLC Peer Mentors for Connect2Biz program
Co-supervision of the Pomerantz Center Student Assistants (PCSAs)
General supervision is received from the Associate Director, Pre-Tippie Programs
Qualification
Required
Typically 1 or more years in a student services role supporting undergraduate success such as academic advising, academic support and retention, residence life, admission counseling, career advising, student life or similar
Demonstrated ability to interact positively with people from varied backgrounds
Working knowledge of and experience in program management and/or event planning and execution
Expert knowledge of and ability to communicate effectively with individuals and large groups both verbally and in writing
Proficiency in MS Office computer applications
Demonstrated constructive and collaborative relationship building skills with a variety of individuals and groups, including peers, leadership, and external constituents
Valid US driver's license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards
Preferred
Reasonable experience in higher education academic advising with responsibility for a caseload of students in an ongoing advising capacity
Reasonable experience in student organization supervision
Reasonable experience with planning, implementing, and assessing admissions programs and their impact
Master's degree in business, student affairs, or a related field
Knowledge of University of Iowa policies and procedures related to undergraduate students
Functional fluency in more than one language
Benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Exceptional health coverage
University-paid life insurance
Robust retirement plans
Generous leave policies
24/7 support services
Well-being resources
Access to UI Health Care specialists
Advanced training
Leadership development
Tuition assistance
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
Funding
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