About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The University Of North Texas at Dallas – the first four-year public institution of higher education in the city – seeks an individual who will help shape the character of a 21st century, teaching-focused university. Candidates should be able to express enthusiastic support for the mission of the university to transform the lives of students, families and communities by providing high-quality, student-focused education in preparation for tomorrow’s careers, and its vision to create the place of choice where students are inspired to learn, faculty are inspired to teach and the community is inspired to support. For more information about the university, go to:http://untdallas.edu/.

The mission of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at UNT Dallas is to recruit, admit and enroll an academically prepared student body reflective of the state of Texas who are the best fit for UNT Dallas.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Director of Undergraduate Recruitment. Under the direction and collaborative support of the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Director of Undergraduate Recruitment is an integral leader with responsibilities related to directing, developing, and managing undergraduate student recruitment functions and operations. The Director will serve as a key liaison with internal and external partners while providing supervision of freshman and transfer Admission Counselors through strategic leadership. The Director is accountable for successful execution of data-driven recruitment strategies and initiatives to achieve the University's enrollment goals.

As a member of the Undergraduate Admissions senior leadership team within the Enrollment Management and Student Affairs Division, this individual will work collaboratively with various stakeholders to ensure a high level of student engagement and customer service from inquiry to admissions. The Director will strategically design and implement comprehensive outreach and recruitment programs that are linked to the overall enrollment and retention efforts of the University of North Texas at Dallas.

The Director is responsible for creating and providing inclusive administrative and managerial leadership, directing a team, setting priorities, developing procedures, establishing effective work structures and facilitating change to achieve the University's admission and enrollment goals, including ongoing process improvement and related technology advancements.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and supervise all Freshman and Transfer Admission Counselors. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring processes, setting of expectations, training and professional development, performance management and evaluations, and disciplinary processes.
• Execute internal and external projects and recruitment initiatives (i.e. Dallas County Promise, T3, GTF, etc.) and serves as project leader for UNT Dallas.
• Develop, implement, and oversee recruitment territory assignment and annual data-driven recruitment plans for Undergraduate Admissions working in alignment with the AVP to meet strategic initiatives.
• Plan annual strategies for participation in undergraduate college fairs, recruitment visits, and oversee recruitment and yield programs, and collaborate with other Directors in the Undergraduate Admissions team.
• Measure accountability and impact of recruitment strategies and tactics, providing feedback and recommendations for process improvements in order to enhance undergraduate recruitment and overall annual yield.
• Review and provide feedback on marketing initiatives such as engagement campaigns, mailings, digital campaigns, and printed materials.
• Maintain effective communications with various university departments to facilitate efforts in the recruitment, application and enrollment process.
• Serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders related to recruitment initiatives and partnerships.
• Serve on committees, as assigned.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and seven years of closely related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures related to recruitment.
• Extensive knowledge of (or ability to rapidly assimilate) Texas and ABA rules and regulations related to school and admission to legal practice.
• Significant experience with enrollment management, including developing, implementing, evaluating, and revising an annual recruitment plan and admissions plan in collaboration with school faculty and administration.
• Marketing and public relations skills with an advanced understanding of the role of outreach in reaching enrollment goals.
• Demonstrated experience with ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and university regulations and policies as they relate to admissions.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of internal constituents, particularly the Dean, faculty and administrators, and counterparts in other organizations within the University.
• Exceptional communication skills, including effective writing and public speaking

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Masters Degree and experience working in a college or university admission/recruiting/advising office; experience with student information and client relationship management systems. Knowledge of FAFSA/TASFA/College Application process.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Lead and supervise all Freshman and Transfer Admission Counselors. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring processes, setting of expectations, training and professional development, performance management and evaluations, and disciplinary processes.
• Execute internal and external projects and recruitment initiatives (i.e. Dallas County Promise, T3, GTF, etc.) and serves as project leader for UNT Dallas.
• Develop, implement, and oversee recruitment territory assignment and annual data-driven recruitment plans for Undergraduate Admissions working in alignment with the AVP to meet strategic initiatives.
• Plan annual strategies for participation in undergraduate college fairs, recruitment visits, and oversee recruitment and yield programs, and collaborate with other Directors in the Undergraduate Admissions team.
• Measure accountability and impact of recruitment strategies and tactics, providing feedback and recommendations for process improvements in order to enhance undergraduate recruitment and overall annual yield.
• Review and provide feedback on marketing initiatives such as engagement campaigns, mailings, digital campaigns, and printed materials.
• Maintain effective communications with various university departments to facilitate efforts in the recruitment, application, and enrollment process.
• Serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders related to recruitment initiatives and partnerships.
• Serve on committees, as assigned.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am- 5pm; Ability to work a flexible and non-traditional schedule to include weekends.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.