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Coordinator of Admissions and Rural Recruitment
Job Description
Position Number:
128096Title:
CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Coordinator of Admissions and Rural RecruitmentCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.00Unit:
SVPAAP-EM-Undergraduate AdmissionsCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Coordinator for Admissions and Rural Recruitment develops and implements comprehensive strategies for recruitment targeting rural student populations with an emphasis on in-state students under the direction of the Associate Director of Admission and Diversity Initiatives.
The Coordinator will be responsible for supporting relationships with school district administrators and staff, university personnel, and community-based organizations for the purpose of developing and sustaining special outreach programs and partnerships targeting rural student populations with an emphasis on recruitment and enrolling students from rural areas. The Coordinator will work to execute a recruitment plan that supports the University’s commitment to diversity.
The Coordinator will assist with the training and coordination of admission staff, current students, faculty, staff, and alumni in activities and initiatives that advance the university’s mission to maintain a diverse student body. The Coordinator will assist prospective students and families with the college application process; monitor and analyze trends in rural student diversity; and cultivate and maintain relationships with access-oriented agencies and related external organizations aimed at providing pathways to admission for students from rural areas.
The Coordinator will also serve as a member of the admissions committee and review applications for general admission to the university, represent the university at high school visits and college fairs in an assigned recruitment territory, conduct group presentations at events on and off campus, and participate in the development and execution of campus and yield events and projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree is required.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of three (3) years experience in college or university admissions, rural affairs, or a related field, as well as demonstrated experience working with students and families from backgrounds that are underrepresented in higher education.
A Bachelor’s degree is required.
Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of three (3) years experience in college or university admissions, rural affairs, or a related field, as well as demonstrated experience working with students and families from backgrounds that are underrepresented in higher education.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to interact positively and professionally with students, parents, and alumni, and successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Strong time management skills and resourcefulness.
- A strong sense of initiative and self-direction and the ability to demonstrate a positive attitude.
Other:
- This position requires the ability to travel and work evenings and weekends at various times during the year.
- This position requires an incumbent to possess and maintain a driver’s license valid in the State of Maryland with fewer than six (6) points.
Preferences:
Preference:
- Master’s degree.
- Direct experience related to the recruitment and yield of rural students.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and small carry parcels, packages and other items, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.
Posting Date:
01/31/2023Closing Date:
02/28/2023Open Until Filled
NoBest Consideration Date
02/19/2023Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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