Regional Recruiter, Undergraduate Admissions & Recruitment, Student Affairs (Dallas Fort Worth DFW) [R0129700]

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Regional Recruiter, Undergraduate Admissions & Recruitment, Student Affairs (Dallas Fort Worth DFW) [R0129700]

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY 

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV   is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.  UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.  

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. 

For more information, visit us online at:  http://www.unlv.edu  

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY 

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment. 

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT 

Enrollment & Student Services (ESS) is a dynamic, complex, and innovative department that exemplifies national best-practices in student enrollment-related activities from recruitment through commencement.  Simply stated: this department is the one responsible for the university's enrollment.  With that charge, ESS strives to exceed every expectation to maximize enrollment, because nearly every university-related department or service is directly dependent upon our success for either the actual student headcount or the resources derived from it. 

Within ESS, we utilize strategic and innovating programs, services, and solutions essential for to impact outreach, recruitment, enrollment, retention, and graduation of UNLV students. We are committed to provide the highest-caliber of student service. ESS team members communicate and collaborate with respect, enthusiasm, and empathy for all our partners, while listening and building relationships that exceed expectations in every possible instance. 

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE 

Our Core Values include: 

• Student-Centered: Begin everything we do with a core commitment to change the lives of students and their communities through higher education. 

• Diversity & Inclusion: Value and respect people of all backgrounds and support a diverse campus community and student body. 

• Integrity: Demonstrate ethical practice, compliance, and decision-making that builds trust with our constituents at all times. 

• Growth: Seek and deploy innovative solutions and technology-driven approaches to improve programs, services, and infrastructure that continuously improves student access and success. 

BENEFITS 

The University of Nevada Las Vegas offers a generous annual and sick leave package, medical and dental benefits, supplemental voluntary benefits, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Visit our benefits page for a full listing.  

ROLE of the POSITION 

UNLV Undergraduate Admissions is excited to invite applications for a Dallas Fort Worth Recruiter to conduct outreach and recruitment activities for prospective undergraduate and transfer students to UNLV. 

The Dallas Fort Worth Regional Recruiter, reporting directly to the Assistant Director of Regional & College Recruitment in the Office of Admissions, maintains a high level of internal and external public contact serving as a liaison between the Offices of Admissions and Financial Aid, various academic units, and other organizations within the University. The Regional Recruiter is responsible for outreach efforts and recruitment of prospective undergraduate and transfer students to the University. Outreach efforts include but are not limited to; traveling to and from or within assigned recruiting regions; visiting high school campuses, community colleges, and other affiliated events; planning, arranging and implementing a personal recruitment schedule; providing advisement to students and families regarding educational opportunities and options; planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs, special projects and events, and other initiatives geared to recruiting students within targeted populations in conjunction with event staff in the Office of Admissions; analyzing trends in student recruitment and retention programs; giving presentations for and in various settings such as parent nights in high schools, community colleges, and other public audiences; assisting with creating and distributing a range of resource and promotional materials designed for the recruitment and retention of students in targeted areas; reviewing individual applications and evaluating candidates for admission eligibility; troubleshooting problems with applications, and overseeing and/or coordinating & maintaining communications with applicants; keeping accurate records of recruiting activities and contacts; assisting with other student service projects and events as requested; working to achieve yearly assigned recruiting goals. 

To reach their audience, the Dallas Fort Worth Regional Recruiter is responsible for planning and managing recruitment activities in assigned regions.     The preferred candidate will have knowledge of or ability to learn admission requirements, academic requirements, financial aid, and state regulations; possess a working knowledge of  or ability to learn the practices, procedures, and activities of all undergraduate programs and services at UNLV; Ability to research and presentation techniques and knowledge of individual and group behavior; Ability to follow national trends and use initiatives and resourcefulness to develop sophisticated recruitment strategies and communications; Overarching knowledge of admissions trends locally, regionally and nationally to inform strategies, presentations and all relevant functions. The recruiter assumes responsibilities for implementing a marketing plan to attract the demographic in their target areas set by the leadership in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The preferred candidate will be computer literate with the ability to conduct e-communication initiatives as well as the use of emerging enrollment technologies and possess the ability to multi-task and demonstrate strong interpersonal and public speaking skills. Recruiters stay abreast of changes that occur in their target populations and identify potential barriers to recruiting and admitting new students. They take the independent initiative to act in response to such barriers. The Regional Recruiter will be expected to travel within their targeted regions in their state, and to other out of state markets as assigned and work irregular hours and weekends as necessary. 

VACCINATION MANDATE POLICY 

Per the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Emergency COVID-19 Employee Vaccination Policy , all NSHE employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious waiver request. All candidates for employment must have this information on file with Human Resources prior to their start date. Information about how the policy applies to new hires is now available on the COVID-19 Employee Vaccine Mandate webpage .  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

This position requires a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and 1-3 years of related experience, particularly in any customer service or public-facing type of position. Graduate Assistant positions can substitute for the professional experience if in a related area or similar assignments. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment. 

Candidates must be currently located in or willing to relocate to the following location to apply: 

Texas - Dallas/Ft. Worth region 

Access to a personal vehicle that is able to be used for recruitment travel along with a valid driver's license is required. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

The preferred candidate will have an overarching knowledge of admissions trends locally/specific markets to which assigned regionally and nationally to inform strategies, presentations, and all relevant functions. 

Bilingual in both written and spoken language. 

Familiarity with Salesforce CRM and/or PeopleSoft SRS.  

Familiarity with Google Suite. 

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite - specifically Excel. 

SALARY RANGE 

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.   

APPLICATION DETAILS 

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance. 

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.  

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on May 23, 2022. Materials should be addressed to Woody Hoshibata, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected] . 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES 

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0129700" in the search box. 

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. 

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT 

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. 

EEO/AA STATEMENT 

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.  

TITLE IX STATEMENT 

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates.  Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106).  The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.  Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to:  Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: [email protected] , or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [email protected] ; or to both.    

Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage. 

Job Category 

Administrative Faculty 

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted.

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.