Director, Undergraduate Recruitment

Title: Director, Undergraduate Recruitment

Employee Classification: Dir, Admissions Recruitment

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Enrollment Management

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Admissions

Department: UNT-Admissions-Gen-164500

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Office of Admissions is a vital contributor to the enrollment success at the University of North Texas through student outreach, recruitment endeavors, and a commitment to providing personalized assistance to students throughout the college application and admissions process.

Position Overview

The Office of Admissions, at the University of North Texas, is seeking to hire a Director to assist in all strategic and operational activities for the recruitment of undergraduate students, under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Enrollment. This position directs a broad range of college access, encouragement, and recruitment services that enhance UNT's institutional reputation. Responsibilities include university community engagement, scholarships, and the introduction of university brand to regional communities.

This position is also responsible for the cultivation and education of students, parents, families, civic and business leaders regarding UNT's enrollment process, financial aid availability, and scholarship resources. The outcomes of the Office of Admissions directly influence the quantity and quality of UNT's entering freshmen and transfer class.

Minimum Qualifications

Education experience required: Bachelor's Degree in related field and six years' of closely related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of university admissions standards, policies, and procedures, and special admissions procedures or ability to quickly assimilate, knowledge of university curriculum and academic policies and procedures, and of the training and qualifications needed to perform university academic work satisfactorily.
• Knowledge of strategic planning principles.
• In depth knowledge of admissions processing.
• Ability to develop effective reports for decision making.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and strong presentation and counseling skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and students and parents from a diverse population.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft or other student information systems or ability to quickly assimilate.
• Ability to supervise, train, and plan work of subordinates.
• Skill in the use of a personal computer, Microsoft Office, and/or other software.
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Driver's Licen