University of Utah Hiring for Regional Admissions Counselor (based in Dallas, Texas) at Utah Full Time

Open Date 10/14/2022

Requisition Number PRN32662B

Job Title Admissions Counselor

Working Title Regional Admissions Counselor (based in Dallas, Texas)

Job Grade D

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Full-time, typically 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This is an exempt position, so schedule may periodically change.

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00295 – Office of Admissions

Location Other

City Other

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $55,000

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary

Nestled between the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains and Salt Lake City, the state’s capitol, the University of Utah is the state’s public flagship institution and a top-tier research university classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 131 research universities with the “highest research activity” in the nation. The “U” is a PAC-12 institution with a total enrollment of over 33,000 and an undergraduate enrollment of over 24,500. The U is committed to providing an exceptional academic and co-curricular experience for students and community engagement.

The Office of Admissions is a dynamic and growing organization committed to assisting future students learn about and enroll at the University of Utah. We are seeking a personable, energetic, and poised regional admissions counselor to join our team to help us expand our recruitment reach, continue to increase our new student enrollment, and shape the entering class. The regional admissions counselor will be an integral part of our team responsible for recruiting and enrolling new undergraduate students in the Dallas, Texas area. This position is one of two regional admissions counselor positions based in Texas. The regional admissions counselor will serve as an advisor to prospective students, their families, secondary school counselors and others. The regional admissions counselor will develop an in-depth understanding of admissions practices, institutional policies, and program offerings to effectively recruit students. The regional admissions counselor will work from home and reside in the Dallas, Texas area. The regional admissions counselor will manage all undergraduate student recruitment efforts in this region, while maintaining regular communication with the Office of Admissions located on our main campus in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Responsibilities

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Develop, implement, report, and assess a domestic first-year and transfer recruitment plan that helps the University of Utah achieve its enrollment goals within the Dallas area and northern Texas region

Implement a domestic first-year and transfer student recruitment plan which includes high school visits, two-year college visits, college fairs, information sessions, receptions, and meetings with secondary school and independent counselors, prospective students, families, and community-based organizations

Build personalized relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, alumni, and other constituents in support of the recruitment goals for the territory

Actively contribute and participate in the Dallas/Fort Worth Admissions Regional Network (DARN) event and programs throughout the year

Support the recruitment and admission of transfer students from institutions within the assigned territory

Plan all off-campus admission events in all areas of regional responsibility in collaboration with the campus experience team

Read and evaluate all domestic applications in regional territory

Collaborate with the Alumni Association in support of institutional initiatives within the region

Significant travel, including some overnights and weekends, within the territory between early September to November and January to May is required

Quarterly travel to the University of Utah campus for office training, staff meetings, and on-campus events is also expected

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years’ related experience, or equivalency.

Preferences

Preference will be given to candidates who possess excellent customer service skills, demonstrate proficient oral and written communication skills, and have adept interpersonal skills; demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with culturally and ethnically diverse populations; have the ability to communicate complex information to multiple audiences, as well as speak in front of large groups; demonstrate problem-solving and time-management skills; have a valid driver’s license; possess an understanding of higher education, specifically the value of public higher education. Preference will also be given to those who have admissions/recruitment experience at a regionally accredited university. The select candidate will be willing to work some evenings and weekends and travel overnight in-and out-of-state approximately 4-6 weeks annually.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

135 Park Building

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.