Engineering Recruitment Program Manager

Position Details Position Information Requisition Number S3546P Home Org Name Engr-RecrmtScholarOutrch Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering Position Title Engineering Recruitment Program Manager Job Class Code AA25 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary The College of Engineering’s Office of Recruiting, K-12 Outreach & Scholarships is seeking candidates for the position of Engineering Recruitment Program Manager.
This position will assist in overseeing the development, program management and implementation of recruiting future engineering students.
Develops and administers projects, day-to-day visitors, school visits and programming to ensure the college’s enrollment goals and objectives are met.
Reviews and evaluates program effectiveness of recruiting efforts.
Serves as the primary liaison with student recruiting stakeholders including prospective students, counselors, teachers, alumni, parents, college partners, and Admissions Office.
Serves on the engineering scholarship committee to identify recipients for engineering scholarship awards.
Determines marketing needs and helps manage, coordinate, prepare, review and edit an assortment of communication through various media outlets.
Supervises the Engineering Administrator of Student Recruiting.
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If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home! AU Formal Title: Mgr, Academic Programs Essential Functions Manages recruitment of high achieving students to achieve college recruitment goals.
Represents the organization’s recruitment opportunities at various on-campus and off-campus recruiting events including college fairs and school visits, University student recruitment events, community and/or business meetings, recruitment committees, and task forces.
Plans and implements targeted recruiting events and programming to achieve college recruitment goals.
Develops and designs marketing strategies and publications used for recruitment and special programs; coordinates direct mail programs, email and other communication efforts to meet predetermined marketing strategies; oversees campaigns targeting high-achieving students.
Provides supervision, guidance and training to recruitment staff, including internal procedures, customer service and problem resolution.
Designs and implements systems to collect, maintain, and analyze recruitment data; generates and disseminates progress reports, final reports, and other information related to recruitment project(s) or program(s).
Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short- and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established recruitment goals.
Serves on the engineering scholarship committee and assists with scholarship component with regard to initial awarding of scholarships within the unit.
Ensures compliance with university, state, and federal laws, policies, regulations and principles of good practice with regard to recruitment and scholarships.
Provides information to stakeholders on recruitment and scholarship guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Experience: 5 years experience in project and program administration.
Substitutions allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Superior interpersonal and teamwork skills Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work with different groups including faculty, students, and staff Ability to manage a large volume of electronic messages Ability to assume responsibility, take initiative, and work independently or in teams Ability to work with a diverse population of students in routine and complex situations, and to make timely decisions that are in the student’s best interest Demonstrated skills to work with sensitive information and issues involving students with discretion and diplomacy Demonstrated ability to multi-task, deal with all aspects of a department’s academic programs, and produce results.
Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
Ability to design and implement systems necessary to collect, maintain, and analyze data.
Skills in preparing direct mail solicitations.
Knowledge of marketing strategies, processes, and available resources.
Program planning and implementation skills.
Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to gather data, compiles information, and prepare reports.
Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues.
Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimation, and project management principles and procedures.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Employee development and performance management skills.
Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications None Required.
Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Experience in Higher Education Supervisory experience or training Master’s degree in discipline related to program Posting Detail Information Salary Range $48,800 - $83,000 Job Category Administrative Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 04/16/2024 Closing Date EEO Statement Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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