Overview of Parent, Community, and Early Education Liaison for Admissions
The Office of Admissions at Purdue University Northwest is seeking a Parent, Community and Early Education Liaison. The Liaison reports to the Director of Undergraduate Admissions and plays a critical role with engaging families, local schools and students with various majors, programs and assistance that Purdue Northwest has to offer. This position will facilitate parent/school communication, community resources and referrals, encourage parent involvement, foster higher academic achievement through collaboration with school personnel especially for our local Hispanic population as Purdue Northwest embarks to become a Hispanic Serving Institution.
Duties and Responsibitlies of Parent, Community and Early Education Liaison
Campus Events:
- Coordinate on campus events for parents
- Coordinate on campus events for community Groups & Middle School
- Partner with Academic Departments to enhance the events hosted on campus
- Oversee parent & family activities throughout the school year
- Facilitate event scheduling, marketing & assessment
Off Campus Events:
- Coordinate parent & family events in regional locations
- Work with Executive Director to market events to internal and external audiences
- Provide outreach to middle schools to facilitate our staff coming to their campus
- Collaborate with regional community groups to partner on events they are hosting
Recruitment and Relationship Building:
- Support campus-wide programs
- Assist with Student Engagement initiatives as required, including New Student Programs, Leadership, Service, Greek Life, student organization support, and university wide initiatives
- Establish relationships with community leaders and organizations
- Establish relationships with region middle school principals and counselors to enhance our partnerships Provide Pre-Admission Counseling to prospective students with a focus on parents, guardians and their families.
- Communicate with prospective students and parent/guardians to educate and move students through the enrollment funnel
- Provide admissions presentations to prospective students and their parent/guardians
- Develop, implement and coordinate recruitment activities
Education of Parent, Community and Early Education Liaison
- Bachelor's degree
Benefits of Parent, Community and Early Education Liaison
- Tuition remission at any Purdue campus
- University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
- University contributions to Health Savings Account –
- Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
- Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
- Employee Wellness Programs
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
- Free Vision Insurance
For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Experience of Parent, Community and Early Education Liaison
- 1-2 years professional experience working in a related field to an admission office in a higher education environment. Experience with the following will also be considered:
- Parent, community, or middle school/junior high groups
- In the field of sales, marketing, recruitment and/or public relations
- Internship level positions as well as undergrad and graduate positions held in higher education
- Spanish speaking required.
Core Competencies of Parent, Community and Early Education Liaison
- Must be a self-starter with strong written, verbal, & interpersonal skills
- Proven success at organizing events & providing professional presentations.
- Must be self-motivated, have attention to detail, focus on quality, problem solving skills & be team-oriented
- Ability to manage involvement in multiple projects
- Build collaborative work relationships among Admission staff & other Enrollment Management units as well as build strong relationships with community partners in local K-12 schools and area colleges.
- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Ability to use transportation to attend recruitment events scheduled days, evenings and sometimes weekends.
- Load & transport admissions materials & other equipment
- Must be able to lift and carry 10-25lbs frequently and up to 40lbs occassionally
- Preferred: Ellucian (Banner) or Slate experience. Broad understanding of the enrollment process.
Additional Information
Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.
Purdue University Northwest is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
FLSA Status
Exempt
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