WACAC—Western Association for College Admission Counseling

Summary:
The Graduate Admissions Counselor is responsible for providing superior customer service to inquiries and applicants throughout the admissions process for all Master’s Programs, Credential Programs and Certificate Programs at NDNU. S/he is responsible for accurate input of inquiry contact information, informing and counseling prospective students about NDNU and its programs. This position requires strong database experience and a client focused approach when working with prospective students and applicants. S/he supports the compilation and input of documentation received to complete admissions files as well as the compliance of all admissions policies and procedures. Attention to detail is a must. S/he is a member of the graduate admissions team and assists the Director and Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions as requested. Under the direction of the Director of Graduate Admissions may also support the Recruiter/Marketing Coordinator where necessary. This position requires some local travel.

Responsibilities:


Informs prospective students of NDNU’s program offerings and admissions process
Responsible for accurate input of inquiry contact information and data entry of graduate application and supporting documentation
Supports the Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions in reviewing applicant transcripts, calculating cumulative GPA, counseling prospective students and completing admissions applications
Executes admissions letters (acceptance, decline, provisional to fully admitted and deferral) by means of database reporting and merging files
Processes application fees and deposits at the campus Business Office
Supports the Recruiter/Marketing Coordinator with in-office visits
Assists the Recruiter/Marketing Coordinator with set up and closing of graduate campus information sessions
Running and analyzing admissions reports

Qualifications:


Bachelor’s degree preferred
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Strong skill set utilizing databases and running reports from databases
Three years progressive experience in an office environment, Admissions experience preferred, but not required
Proven attention to detail, the ability to work independently and as a team member
Writing sample required as part of the interviewing process

Application Instructions:
Application Procedures:

NDNU is committed to providing an educational environment that supports a diverse student population. In your cover letter, please include information about your experiences in working in a diverse environment, and what qualities you would bring to supporting this commitment to inclusive excellence at NDNU.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Notre Dame de Namur University
Human Resources, Job # GAC072108
1500 Ralston Avenue
Belmont, CA 94002

Or via email: hr@ndnu.edu

Summary:
The Office of Recruitment at Washington State University invites applications for a Regional Enrollment Counselor position. The position will be based out of Seattle, Washington.

Responsibilities:
The Regional Enrollment Counselor is a member of the Office of Recruitment team and reports to the Director of Recruitment. The primary responsibilities of the Regional Enrollment Counselor are to represent WSU to prospective students, high school counselors and community college advisors, and other key individuals/groups in the specified geographic area. The successful candidates will be able to identify key audiences and to represent the world class academic programs and services effectively to those audiences in order to help achieve WSU’s strategic goals for recruitment and retention.

A. Direct Student Recruitment – Present informational sessions to prospective high school and community college students regarding WSU; follow up with student, parent, and counselor questions and requests; participate in recruitment activities such as high school fairs, parent nights, awards banquets/presentations, community college tours, community college fairs, county and state fairs, community events, and national college fairs; participate in on-campus recruitment and orientation events as necessary including Summer Alive!, Preview, Future Cougar Day, and Destination; meet with students and parents at WSU events including, but not limited to, Regents Scholars receptions, Future Cougars of Color, and other programs; advise students and parents regarding educational opportunities at WSU; arrange for presentations specifically geared toward recruitment of targeted market segments to meet WSU enrollment goals.

B. Development of Relationships – Establish contacts in support of recruitment with high school and community college counselors, teachers, and principals; develop and cultivate relationships with WSU constituencies such as Cooperative Extension and Learning Center faculty and staff, Multicultural Student Services, and other WSU faculty, staff and students; develop and cultivate relationships with local alumni; participate in alumni related recruitment events; develop and cultivate a University presence in the local communities; serve as a community liaison to WSU and vice versa as needed; develop and cultivate relationships with Washington Achiever Community Involvement Officers and Hometown Mentors; advise about educational opportunities available for students at WSU; develop and cultivate relationships that compliment initiatives for recruitment of diverse, academically qualified students.

C. Student Advising – Advise high school students in targeted market segments regarding core requirements, university resources, and academic programs; advise community college transfer students regarding transferable courses, university resources, etc.; make referrals as needed.

D. Strategic Planning – Work with the Director in the planning and implementation of a strategic recruitment plan for the targeted market segment in the specific region of recruitment; focus recruitment efforts to coincide with those mentioned in University strategic plan; develop a recruitment presentation to be used in high schools, community colleges and other venues as needed; participate in regular trainings such as on-campus trainings and weekly meetings with Enrollment Counselors and the Director in order to maintain current information to share with students, etc.

E. Administrative – Schedule high school and community college visits and other events; follow up on questions, phone calls, travel logs, and emails; maintain counselor recruitment files; develop and maintain a recruitment contact database to include counselors at schools, alumni contacts, and other useful recruitment contacts.

Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience directly related to student services. A Master’s degree in a relevant field may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience.
· Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse populations
· Demonstrated excellence in public presentation abilities
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Demonstrated ability in program planning and administration
· Relevant computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office or comparable software; demonstrated ability to build and perform data reports
· Must be available and willing to travel, work weekends and evenings
· Valid driver’s license
· Must satisfactorily complete a background check
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Master’s degree
· Previous work experience in education
· Knowledge of student recruitment, college admissions, and WSU
· Knowledge of targeted recruitment programs specific to WSU’s strategic plan
· Competency in a second language

Application Instructions:
Send (e-mail preferred) letters of application, resume and three names (at least one direct supervisor), phone numbers, addresses, and email addresses of reference to:

Jocelyn De Jong
Washington State University, Office of Recruitment
PO Box 641067
Pullman, WA 99164-1067
E-mail: jddejong@wsu.edu

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by: August 22, 2008

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERISTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

Summary:
Coordinates and carries out effective planning, execution and evaluation of all phases of the recruitment/travel and follow-up programs in the western region; identifies and recruits students for admission to Loyola University New Orleans; travels extensively throughout the region meeting with high school students, guidance counselors, and parents; maintains close contact with alumni; maintains frequent communication with the Office of Admissions.

Responsibilities:
Essential Functions

A. Works with the Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Management and Director of Admissions to achieve the goals of recruiting sufficient numbers of academically talented students who will benefit from a Loyola educational experience and persist to graduation. Develop appropriate volunteers including students, parents, faculty and staff to assist in recruiting efforts.

B. Works with the Director and Dean to supervise, plan, implement and evaluate the development of all phases of recruitment/travel and processing programs to achieve to the overall goals of the Office of Admissions. Works with the Director and Dean to design and provide statistical and analytical tracking systems and reports to monitor and assess the effectiveness of regional recruitment.

C. Plan, implement and evaluate all aspects of the communication flow to prospective students.

D. Develops and maintains a procedural handbook for regional recruitment of undergraduate applicants for admission. Assists in the development of forms used for recruitment functions.

E. Responsible for developing relationships with high school guidance counselors, independent counselors and other constituencies.

F. Assists with the evaluation, preparation, and presentation of applicant folders to the Admissions Review Committee.

Additional Responsibilities
A. Assists the Director of Admissions and Dean of Enrollment Management in the design, implementation and evaluation of an annual regional recruitment plan and an annual summary report of recruitment activities; assists in developing methods and strategies by which to set goals, milestones and timelines which will enable us to achieve enrollment goals.

B. Assists in the design, preparation and distribution of statistical admissions reports to the Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Management, the Director of Admissions and designated university officials.

C. Works with the Director of Admissions and Dean of Enrollment Management to develop and foster a spirit of cooperation among all staff members to accomplish common goals.

D. Maintains ongoing relationship with the Office of Alumni and Parent relations to coordinate joint recruitment efforts. Develops and sustains alumni relations to further Loyola’s visibility on the west coast.

E. Works with the Director of Admissions and Dean of Enrollment Management to develop a system by which to assess and evaluate the effectiveness of all regional recruitment programs.

F. Actively participate in the Regional Admissions Counselors of California’s recruitment activities throughout the year.

G. Assumes other duties and responsibilities deemed necessary by the Director of Admissions or Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Management.

Qualifications:

A. Formal Credentials

1. Bachelor's degree required.

2. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the college admissions field, specifically in regional recruitment; planning, implementing and evaluating of university recruitment and processing programs; extensive knowledge and experience with computer based information systems; and a minimum of 4 years time in service (TIS) at the appropriate levels.

B. Personal Qualities and Skills

1. Initiative, imagination and organizational qualities to assist in the development of programs and promote the university to various publics (i.e. prospective students and parents, secondary school administrators and teachers, etc.) so as to matriculate a sufficient number of qualified freshman and transfer students each year.

2. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to individuals and large groups of prospective students and their parents, secondary school personnel, alumni, current students and their parents, as well as administrators and faculty.

3. Willingness to acquire an understanding of the Jesuit commitment to excellence in education, diversity of the student body, social service, and the liberal arts and sciences traditions. The goals and priorities of a value-centered education must be reflected in any recruitment program and presentation.

4. Ability to develop congenial and productive working relationships with Loyola administrators, faculty, staff and students.

5. Willingness to work irregular hours and weekends, and travel during the fall and spring semesters.

C. Additional Desirable Qualification: Experience in the use of personal computers in the recruitment and processing areas including word processing, spreadsheet and database management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

B. Must be able to carry and transport 40 pounds of materials and/or equipment.

C. Must be a licensed driver of an automobile with an acceptable driving record as determined by Loyola’s Office of Risk Management.

D. Must be able and willing to travel long distances by airplane and by automobile.

Additional Information:
resumes to:

Lori Zawistowski

Dean of Admissions

Loyola University New Orleans

6363 St. Charles Avenue

Campus Box 18

New Orleans, LA 70118

504.865.3240 (phone)

504.865.3383 (fax)

lzawisto@loyno.edu (email)

http://www.loyno.edu

Summary:
The Associate Student Services Coordinator is an entry-level admissions professional, who will serve as a member of our team of admissions counselors. The selected candidate will have a major role in the recruitment activities of all minority/disadvantage students and, in particular, will assist in the implementation of strategic plan to attract Native American students to the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Qualifications:
A BA/BS is required; MA/MS preferred. The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of progressively more responsible experience in higher education, preferably in education, counseling, admissions, social work, urban affairs, community organization, or a related field. Experience in working within a multicultural environment and with programs established to increase access and preparation for higher education of minority students from various racial/ethnic backgrounds is desired. Knowledge and previous working experience with Native American communities/people is preferred. Strong oral and written skills are required, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with and relate well to organizations serving all minority students and especially Native American students. Extensive travel is required. Applications should include a cover letter describing how education and experience match the requirements of the position, a current resume, and three professional references.

Application Instructions:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/pvl/pv_059806.html

Application deadline is August 22, 2008. All application materials should be sent to:

Ann Hebl
Office of Admissions
716 Langdon Street
Madison, WI 53706
amhebl@admissions.wisc.edu
Fax: 608/262-7706

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants and nominees must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality

UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Summary:
Founded in 1855 in Madison County, Kentucky, Berea College was the first interracial and co-educational institution of higher education in the south. With an innovative approach to higher education, all Berea students receive a four-year tuition scholarship, a laptop computer, and an on-campus job to limit barriers for students who face economic hardships. All admitted students to Berea College are required to demonstrate financial need and the capacity to effectively participate in a dynamic and diverse learning environment. Interviews are required of all applicants for admission in an effort to identify those students who are most likely to benefit from the broad and deep range of educational programs and generous scholarship support offered by Berea College. Located 30 miles south of Lexington, Kentucky, Berea’s park-like campus is nestled at the foot of the Cumberland Mountains and surrounded by a thriving arts and crafts community.

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Associate Provost for Enrollment Management, the Director is responsible for all aspects of the admissions operation including: recruiting and outreach; prospective student visits and campus events; processing, reporting, and technology integration; and marketing, publications, and web development. The Director supervises fourteen professional staff members with the assistance of a committed and experienced group of coordinators in each functional area and plays a visible role campus-wide. The Director will serve on several key campus committees as well as oversee the day to day operations of the Admissions Department.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess a master’s degree, and a minimum of five years of demonstrated success in a technologically progressive admissions or enrollment management environment, and will possess excellent supervisory skills. Facilitation skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a positive manner with a variety of campus constituents are essential. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills are required. Further, experience using data as a rubric for decisions is desired. Experience with first generation college students and families as well as familiarity with the Banner student information system and/or Hobson’s Connect2 products are desired.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin on August 22, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the SJG website at http://www.spelmanandjohnson.com under the link Open Positions. Nominations for this position may be emailed to jnh@spelmanandjohnson.com. If you are unable to submit materials electronically, please call SJG at 413-529-2895.

SJG — The Spelman & Johnson Group
Berea College – Director of Admissions (WACAC)
Jennifer N. Hiatt, Search Associate

Visit the Berea College website at http://www.berea.edu

Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all peoples of the earth to learn and work here. Employment decisions are based on training, education, and experience related to the requirements of the job. All applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.

Summary:
The Medical College of Georgia (MCG), chartered in 1828 as a single academy to provide instruction in “several branches of the healing art,” is a major academic health center and health sciences research university. MCG—which consists of schools of allied health sciences, dentistry, graduate studies, medicine, and nursing as well as an affiliated health-care system—is the only academic institution in the state of Georgia dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. As a unit of the University System of Georgia—the state’s public system of higher education—MCG is one of four research universities in a state system with a total of 35 institutions and over 260,000 students. Located in Augusta, Georgia, the college enrolls over 2,100 undergraduate, graduate, and first professional students in degree programs. MCG is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award one-year and advanced certificates and degrees at the baccalaureate, master’s, first professional, and doctoral level.

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Vice President for Instruction and Enrollment Management/Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services provides leadership in advancing MCG’s strategic recruitment and enrollment goals. The Associate Vice President provides leadership and effective management of the offices of academic admissions, financial aid, and the registrar and is responsible for enrollment policy analysis for programs offered by MCG. The Associate Vice President provides data-driven decisions, develops policy and procedures as they pertain to the enrollment services division, oversees a budget of $1.5 million, and chairs several campus committees. The Associate Vice President also ensures compliance with all federal, state, and university regulations, and oversees timely, accurate, and comprehensive services to students and the campus community throughout the recruitment, admission, and enrollment processes. The position provides management oversight for the effective application of technology and the development, enhancement, and maintenance of the admissions, financial aid, and registrar modules within an integrated BANNER SIS and PULSE Self-Service Interface. The Associate Vice President also collects and analyzes admission and enrollment data to evaluate the accomplishment of immediate and long-range division objectives.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess a master’s degree—doctoral degree preferred—and progressively responsible experience in enrollment and admissions. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated excellent leadership skills and the ability to manage staff. Solid understanding of enrollment management issues and trends related to achieving enrollment goals, participation in relevant professional associations, strong technology skills, and the ability to make data-driven decisions are essential to success. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated success in collaborating within all levels of the institution are required. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to customer service and a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin September 8, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. A resume with an accompanying cover letter may be submitted via the SJG website at http://www.spelmanandjohnson.com under the “Open Positions” link. If you are unable to submit materials electronically or would like to make a nomination for this position or a confidential inquiry about this search, please contact Martha Smiles at mhs@spelmanandjohnson.com or 413-529-2895.

SJG — The Spelman & Johnson Group
MCG–AVP for Enrollment Services (WACAC)
Martha H. Smiles, Senior Associate

Visit the Medical College of Georgia’s website at http://www.mcg.edu

MCG is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

Summary:
Seaver College, Pepperdine University’s college of letters, arts, and sciences, invites nominations and applications for the position of Director of Admission.

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Dean of Admission and Enrollment Management, the Director of Admission is a key leader in the enrollment management office. This position is responsible for managing the staff and the day-to-day operations of the Office of Admission.

The Director of Admission will be responsible for managing all aspects of student recruitment including the marketing, communications, recruitment, and admission for each new class enrolling for the fall and spring semesters. The position will provide leadership and promote professional development to a team of 17 professional and administrative staff members.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate for the position of Director must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred), and will have three years of progressive experience in a selective college admission office. The candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit in working with individuals at all levels of the college. The Director of Admission will have the ability to manage and constructively evaluate the professional and administrative staff. Outstanding oral and written communication skills are required for this position. Experience with enrollment management systems is important. Finally, the candidate must be able to represent the commitment of Seaver College to academic excellence and Christian transformation and be willing to support its historic relationship with Churches of Christ.

Application Instructions:
Qualified applicants should complete the application process on the university’s employment site at http://jobs.pepperdine.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=150272

Pepperdine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment practices on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or prior military service. Federal guidelines clearly recognize the right of church-related institutions to seek personnel who will support the goals of the institution, including the right to select members of the church to which the institution is related.

Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment, the Associate Director Admission and Recruitment, will direct staff in the management of their activities in the recruitment and application evaluation process for new undergraduate students to the
university, including staff training and development. In conjunction with the Director and the Dean, the Associate Director will plan, design, implement, and execute specific recruitment strategies to recruit and enroll domestic students. This position includes the direct supervision of Assistant Directors of Admission, and support staff as necessary. The Associate Director will be responsible for the daily management of the application review and evaluation process. S/he will provide appropriate training and staff development and support to the staff involved in recruitment and application evaluation. The incumbent will be engaged in long-term planning and evaluation, as well as resource assessment and management. The Associate Director serves on the office management team and assists in developing and implementing office policies and procedures. The position serves as a liaison with College Assistant Deans and Department Heads and represents the Admissions Office on campus-wide committees. Actively contributes to the office welfare by working collaboratively with managers in unit to achieve institutional enrollment goals.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree and at least five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in college admissions; Master’s degree preferred;
· Strong supervisory, interpersonal and leadership skills;
· Excellent communication and presentation skills;
· A thorough understanding of the new student recruitment process;
· Experience working with diverse populations;
· Demonstrated understanding of admissions technical systems;
· Must be highly organized and detail oriented; programming experience preferred;
· Knowledge of higher education issues related to recruitment, admission and enrollment of students.

Application Instructions:
Please submit resumes to David Hautanen by email, d.hautanen@neu.edu, or mail to Northeastern University, 150 RI, 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115.

Northeastern University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Title IX employer.
Minorities, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The
University embraces the wealth of diversity represented in our community and seeks to
enhance it at all levels.

Summary:
This position will be filled at the Assistant or Associate level depending on the qualifications of the final candidate.

Responsibilities:
Primary responsibility for outreach, recruitment, and enrollment of new undergraduate transfer students in conjunction with fall and spring enrollment goals. Activities include outreach/liaison to community colleges, data analysis, counseling, including extensive travel related to recruitment. Review assigned applications and participate in Admission Committee process. Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Admission Office including some staff supervision, meeting with prospective students and making on-campus presentations to visiting groups. Assist director and AVC in the development and implementation of the new student enrollment plan including extensive internal and external liaison activities. Other special projects including coordination of high school and transfer college fair participation schedules for entire staff, and assistance with in-office management and staff supervision. Limited high school recruitment territory assignment. Professional development activities.

Qualifications:
Required: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent interpersonal communication skills demonstrating proven ability to interact with diverse populations including individuals within and outside of the University. Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Ability to interpret and articulate recommendations. Excellent writing and organizational skills with the ability to develop and maintain processes related to projects and tasks. Ability to exercise initiative and work independently, as well as within a team setting. Ability to use tact and diplomacy and to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations. Computer skills in the use of word processing, desktop publishing, database, internet, and electronic mail software, preferably Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to make travel arrangements. Must be willing/able to travel by air. Must have a valid California’s driver license and insurance.
Desired: Two to four years of direct experience as an administrator in an admission office-related setting, preferably with transfer student populations. Working knowledge of higher education admission and enrollment policies and procedures.

Additional Information:
Chapman University is the largest independent university in Orange County and is comprised of six schools and colleges: the George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics, School of Education, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, School of Law, College of Performing Arts and Wilkinson College of Letters and Sciences. Nationally, Chapman is recognized for its selectivity and value among the top comprehensive universities in the Western U.S. Chapman is ranked in the top-tier of western region masters universities in U.S. News & World Report: America’s Best Colleges. In keeping pace with student excellence, we are committed to providing the best facilities and technology available.

Application Instructions:
For additional information about Chapman University and to apply online, please visit http://www.chapman.edu/jobs or submit resume and salary history for Job No. 98-08 to Chapman University, Human Resources, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866.
Successful completion of criminal background check required for final candidate.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer.

For immediate consideration apply here: http://web.chapman.edu/HR/jobListing/details.aspx?job=98-08

Summary:
The Associate Director of Admission is an integral member of the department’s professional staff, which is charged with recruiting, selecting, and yielding the undergraduate classes in support of the mission and the enrollment goals of Willamette University to ensure the current and future academic quality and fiscal health of the institution. The associate/assistant director acts as one of several readers for freshman applications and serves in a public relations and informational role with prospective applicants, their parents and their high school guidance counselors. Travel to specific, assigned regions for presenting informational programs and attending college fairs is required. The associate/assistant director manages a specific territory, develops collegial relationships with school personnel, identifies and recruits appropriate applicants, and manages, evaluates, and implements outreach and recruitment programs. We seek energetic candidates who have demonstrated initiative, creativity, and a sense of humor, the ability to work well independently and in a team, and the capacity to manage multiple responsibilities concurrently.

Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following functions, which are not listed in any particular order of significance:

1. Analyze data in order to query prospects, inquiries and applicants and decide whom to contact and how often.

2. Interview prospective students, as well as parents/family members, to learn more about the student and to provide information about Willamette. Exercise independent judgment in evaluating the student as a potential candidate for admission with particular emphasis on academic preparation. Document the interview in a formal evaluation that is included in the applicant’s file.

3. Manage the transfer outreach and admission process, including transcript evaluations.

3. Manage the Tour Guide and Campus Host programs, and the student telecounseling program, including strategic planning for the role of student contacts in the recruitment process; content and timing of messages; and all hiring, training and supervision of the tour guide, host and telecounseling student staffs.

4. Extensive telephone and email contact with prospects and applicants to ensure that each admitted student receives personal contact that supports meeting enrollment goals. Summarize each and document each contact in the database.

5. Participate in decisions regarding budget, financial aid, and other cost factors essential to reaching enrollment goals.

6. Safeguard the confidentiality of departmental or office administration by exercising discretion in communicating information to faculty, staff, parents, alumni and current and prospective students, and in handling departmental records and files and similar confidential materials.



SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

1. Conduct research using new marketing and communication techniques

2. Actively participate in professional organizations and conferences.

3. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
The work involves a thorough understanding of the aims of the admission office and the ability to correctly translate those aims as they apply to direct recruiting contact with applicants and prospects. Being a self-starter who can effectively multi-task while maintaining the highest level of efficiency and accuracy is important. The position involves some work that is routine in nature with considerable variation from the norm, usually involving communication with prospective students, their parents, faculty, staff, and external audiences. Candidates must be willing to travel four to six weeks per year and work some weekends. Candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and analytical abilities; flexibility; and a team orientation, all of which impacts directly the University’s image, reputation and fiscal success. Candidates must have the capacity to manage multiple responsibilities concurrently. The position requires an advanced work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze data to inform decision-making. It also requires a comprehensive knowledge of Willamette’s undergraduate academic and co-curricular programs and a well-articulated appreciation for the value of a liberal arts education. Generally works independently on essential functions, with moderate supervision for overall performance expectations.



QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS

1. Bachelor’s degree required, preferably from an independent residential liberal arts college. A minimum of three years experience as an admission officer/recruiter required..

2. Extensive knowledge of a university environment and undergraduate admission, preferred.

3. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to describe University programs, campus culture and the benefits of attending a liberal arts institution to a variety of audiences.

3. Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty and students.

4. Ability to plan, organize and implement programs and projects related to the University’s enrollment goals.

5. Technology skills to support territory management and daily contact with student, faculty, staff and others.

6. Appreciation for college-age students and the varied nature and expectations of serving that population.

7. Valid driver’s license.

8. This position is subject to a criminal conviction record check.

Application Instructions:
Resumes to the attention of Ramiro Flores, rflores@willamette.edu

Summary:
Saint Mary’s invites applications for an exciting opportunity as the Regional Assistant Director of Admissions to be located in Southern California to cultivate and recruit new students. Reporting to the Dean of Admissions, the Regional Admissions Representative will develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan focused on the entering class from Southern California, and establish a regional representative office.

Qualifications:


• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred and at least two (2) years of working in admissions in higher education institutions or directly relatable experience in a similar setting along with a record of progressively increased levels of professional responsibility; experience as a regional representative for a non-profit college or university a plus
• demonstrated experience working independently and as a self-starter
• strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required
• demonstrated strong leadership, communication and organizational skills, with the ability to understand the larger context of the Office mission
• demonstrated experience working in highly collaborative and culturally diverse environments; ability to develop effective relationships with Departments, Schools and with other areas of to meet the growing demands of the position
• strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks
• valid California driver’s license and vehicle at the time of hire
• experience with other Microsoft operating systems, Word and Excel, database, internet and email usage
• demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills and the ability to work in a team atmosphere highly desirable

Application Instructions:
Salary is competitive with other non-profit higher education institutions.

Please visit our website at http://novushronline.stmarys-ca.edu/JobPostings.aspx for complete job details and to apply online.

Position is open until filled, and review of application materials will begin immediately. All applications will be held in strictest confidence.

http://www.stmarys-ca.edu

Saint Mary's College of California is an equal opportunity employer.

Summary:
This position resides in the Division of Planning and Enrollment Management. The Division provides comprehensive services to prospective students, current students, staff, faculty, and the members of the community-at-large. Services include outreach, admissions, financial aid, class scheduling, registration, graduation evaluations, and student records services. In addition, PEM coordinates strategic planning, performs institutional research, conducts enrollment analysis, and provides statistical reporting for Cal State East Bay. Planning and Enrollment Management is committed to promoting Cal State East Bay through a supportive environment that ensures convenient, accurate, and timely personal assistance for students pursuing their educational goals.

Responsibilities:
The Executive Director provides for the management of admissions, assessment of domestic applicants for both undergraduate and graduate admissions, transfer credit evaluations, and graduation evaluations processes. The Executive Director participates in enrollment planning and monitoring, and works to ensure and monitor both the efficiency and effectiveness of the admissions and transfer credit evaluations processes.

Qualifications:
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline. Substantial, progressively responsible experience in a university admissions operation (with experience working with or overseeing the assignment of transfer credit highly desirable). Experience supervising staff. Strong organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to lead diverse staff groups toward a common goal. Knowledge sufficient to adjudicate complex student issues relative to admissions, evaluation and an understanging of student financial aid. Thorough knowledge of FERPA. Substantial experience with administrative computing systems, preferably PeopleSoft. Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity and multiculturalism. Ability to effectuate and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships with a diverse population of employees at all levels of the University, and constituencies both within and outside of the University.

Additional Information:
California State University, East Bay, is located in the East Bay Hills overlooking San Francisco Bay. A public university founded in 1957, it is one of 23 universities of the California State University System. The campus, with an enrollment of 13,000 students, is noted for its excellence in education as well as its beauty and proximity to all major Bay Area cities. The campus community benefits from an increasingly multicultural environment characteristic of metropolitan universities, and maintains a strong commitment to diversity issues.

Application Instructions:
The review of application materials will begin July 30, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. In addition to the standard CSUEB application, individuals should submit a letter of application, resume, and a list of references that have supervised you or are in a position to evaluate your professional work. To apply on-line, please go to http://www.aba.csueastbay.edu/hr.

This is a position in the Management Personnel Plan (MPP). MPP positions serve at the pleasure of the President.
The beginning salary will be commensurate with experience and education.

CSUEB is an equal opportunity employer – women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Summary:
The Onward! Program Consultant is responsible for working with the Mission High School College Center to support juniors and seniors with the college application process. The Onward! Program Consultant is also responsible for delivering informational workshops about college to neighborhood parents. This position is a part-time, independent contractor position, and reports to St. John’s High School Programs Director

15 hours/week, 10 months/year, Independent Contractor
Required hours 11-4 Tuesday and Thursday, plus 5 other hours TBD
Some evenings required
$25/hr
.

Responsibilities:

At Mission High School:
· Work in collaboration with Mission High School 12th grade College Counselor to insure that all students are receiving necessary support and services:
· Work on-site at the school Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from September through May;
· Work with students in groups and one-on-one, by appointment, drop-in, and email;
· Support seniors with the entire college application process, including but not limited to: applications, personal statements, financial aid, scholarships, school choice, and registration;
· Help prepare juniors for college application process by leading informational workshops;
· Maintain all required registration and attendance records;
· Adhere to current contract requirements to implement and evaluate college-readiness activities.

At St. John’s:
· Schedule monthly parent workshop(s) with partner programs and community groups;
· Modify and update workshop curriculum as needed;
· Help with outreach as needed;
· Deliver monthly parent workshop(s) in English and Spanish;
· Track attendance.


Additional Responsibilities
· Weekly check-in with supervisor;
· Act as a member of the St. John’s High School Programs team;
· Assist with grant reporting about Onward! activities as needed;
· Implement other college-readiness activities as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
· BA or BS;
· Bilingual Spanish;
· Strong understanding of issues effecting low-income, urban youth, specifically regarding access to post-secondary education;
· Commitment to Youth Development principles;
· Recent experience helping high school youth with college applications;
· Excellent organizational and communication skills, including writing and public speaking;
· Ability to set clear and consistent boundaries with youth and co-workers;
· Ability to maintain a respectful and professional demeanor at all times;
· Proven ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds;
· Health clearance from a medical professional, upon hire;
· Fingerprint clearance from the US Department of Justice, upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications
· Familiarity with the Mission District community and its youth-serving organizations;
· Experience creating and presenting educational materials in a workshop setting in English and Spanish;
· Familiarity with Bay Area college preparation programs and resources.

Additional Information:
St. John's is a nonprofit organization that helps youth achieve success by filling educational gaps in the Mission community.

Each year, over 1,000 ethnically diverse, low-income students participate in St. John’s academic and enrichment programs after-school or during the summer. St. John’s, a non-sectarian agency, honors its roots by using the name of the church that started the agency 35 years ago to help neighborhood children do better in school.

Onward! works to increase the number of Mission District youth who pursue post-secondary education by working individually with high school seniors throughout the college admissions process, and by presenting college information workshops to parents.

In collaboration with Mission High School, Onward! co-leads informational workshops for students about college and provides Mission High School seniors with individualized support throughout the entire college admissions process, including applications, financial aid, scholarships, and school choice. In addition, Onward! facilitates workshops for parents to increase their awareness and understanding of college opportunities for their children.

Application Instructions:
Mission District residents, bilingual Spanish-English speakers, and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please send your resume and a cover letter articulating your interest and qualifications to
(no phone calls please):
HR@sjetc.org
or you can send us a fax at 415-864-0916
ATTN: Onward!

Summary:

The Director of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for recruitment, follow-up, conversion and overall enrollment of all undergraduates including traditional freshmen, transfer, intensive and evening degree completion students. S/he is in charge of developing and managing all aspects of the undergraduate admissions process including organizing and promoting NDNU and its programs from initial inquiry to enrollment. S/he will improve the current admissions process and systemization in collaboration with admissions staff, including Program Directors and Academic Deans as needed. S/he is responsible for inquiry generation and management, application management, community outreach, recruitment/travel schedule, personnel and budget. As a member of NDNU committees, the Director contributes to the ongoing development of the University’s recruitment and retention programs for students.

Responsibilities:

· Develops and implements annual and long-range recruitment plans including marketing strategies in collaboration with the Communications, Student Financing, and Enrollment Departments
· Develops undergraduate enrollment goals and projections in consultation with the Vice President for Enrollment Management, Academic Deans and Program Directors
· Implements territory management recruitment approach based on a working knowledge of geographic regions
· Implements working knowledge of current trends and best practices in undergraduate admissions, including transfer, intensive and evening admissions
· Responsible for the development, implementation and continued review of undergraduate admissions policies and procedures to ensure timely and efficient processing of admissions applications, confidentiality, records management and appropriateness to University goals
· Recommends undergraduate admissions policy changes to the Vice President for Enrollment Management
· Manages the purchasing and use of search names from various agencies
· Represents the undergraduate admissions office on appropriate University committees including, but not limited to: Undergraduate Academic Standards Committee and AdTAC/Student Accounts.
· Manages the undergraduate admissions budget with direction from the Vice President for Enrollment Management
· Hires, trains and evaluates undergraduate admissions team members including three (3) Undergraduate Admissions Counselor positions
· Oversees and participates in the evaluation of undergraduate admissions applications including counseling of prospective students where needed
· Works collaboratively with administrative departments including, but not limited to: Registrar’s Office, Financial Aid Office, Graduate Admissions Office, Business Office, Athletics and the Office of Communications
· Plans and participates in local and regional undergraduate admission recruitment trips, and represents the undergraduate admissions office at various admission conferences

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred
· Minimum three years of undergraduate admissions experience
· Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills and attention to detail
· Success in implementing creative and efficient office procedures
· Strong computer and database management skills with knowledge of computer applications for admissions
· Demonstrated technical literacy
· Ability to work independently, as part of a team and with people at all organizational levels
· Knowledge of fiscal management methods and practices
· Demonstrated ability to work, supervise and lead a team-oriented environment providing excellent customer service both internally and externally
· Experience working with a diverse and multicultural population
· Demonstrated proficiency and historical success in converting inquiries to applicants to admits and enrolled students
· Superior ability to multitask, effective time management and work under pressure
· Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to NDNU’s mission statement and the core values of social justice, global peace, multiculturalism and diversity, community service and institutional excellence
· Demonstrated knowledge of broader issues and trends affecting admissions in higher education including, but not limited to: demographics, K-12, open enrollment, international students and financial aid

Application Instructions:

NDNU is committed to providing an educational environment that supports a diverse student population. In your cover letter, please include information about your experiences in working in a diverse environment, and what qualities you would bring to supporting this commitment to inclusive excellence at NDNU.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:
Notre Dame de Namur University
Human Resources, Job # DUA071108
1500 Ralston Avenue
Belmont, CA 94002
Or via email: hr@ndnu.edu

Summary:
The San Diego Community College District is now accepting applications for the position of Associate Dean, Outreach Coordinator. While the current vacancy exists at the District Office, applicants should understand that they are subject to reassignment at any District facility at the option of the Chancellor.

Responsibilities:
The position reports to the Vice Chancellor of Student Services, and is responsible for managing and providing leadership to the outreach functions at the district level. The Associate Dean will coordinate outreach with each of the three colleges and Continuing Education campuses. The Associate Dean will oversee the planning, organization, implementation and assessment of the District’s collective outreach initiatives and activities involving relations with K-12 schools, local school districts and community based organizations. The Associate Dean will promote communication and coordination between San Diego City, Mesa and Miramar colleges and six Continuing Education campuses, as well as other two and four year colleges, and community based organizations similarly engaged in higher education outreach. The Associate Dean will assist in the physical setup of activities and may be required to lift up to forty pounds.


Major responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the comprehensive activities of the outreach and recruitment functions, and training and managing district projects with each of the colleges and Continuing Education outreach units;
- Initiating and implementing efforts to promote teambuilding and a shared vision amongst the colleges and Continuing Education campuses, to avoid a duplication of efforts, including chairing the San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) Outreach Committee, with representation from the colleges and Continuing Education;
- Initiating, writing, editing and developing communications in collaboration with the colleges and the District (Public Information Officers and other relevant departments) for print publications, web and media design for targeted prospective students;
- Developing, implementing and assessing the Districtwide Outreach strategic plan with an emphasis on strategies that assist in identifying specific target groups within the SDCCD service area and organizing and maintaining a districtwide outreach and recruitment calendar for K-12 school college fairs and community events;
- Coordinating new and existing outreach programs in collaboration with academic departments and support service programs by evaluating needs of identified groups including prospective students, parents and the greater community to meet enrollment objectives
- Providing guidance and support to the individual colleges and campuses in furtherance of their outreach efforts;
- Maintaining records and developing reports concerning new or ongoing programs for program effectiveness; preparing statistical reports as required;
- Advocating and interpreting issues through shared governance;
- Supervising assigned employees; appraising performance, providing technical direction and assisting employment recommendations.

Qualifications:

Qualified applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:
1. A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution; AND,
2. At least one year of formal training, internship or leadership experience reasonably related to the assignment; OR,
3. Possession of a valid California Community College Supervisor Credential; AND,
4. Demonstrated sensitivity to and awareness of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Foreign Degrees: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association. A copy of the professional evaluation must be completed and submitted with the application packet.


The successful candidate will have:
Organizational Strategy
- Demonstrated experience aligning and growing outreach programs based upon the organization’s mission, structures and resources.
- Demonstrated experience strategizing, coordinating, developing and implementing services and activities to recruit, retain and assist students.
- Demonstrated experience in event planning for both large and small scale events.
- Knowledge of community college academic programs, admissions procedures, and student services including knowledge and understanding of state and national practices and trends which affect outreach, higher education and community college education in general. Exceptional creativity and innovation in conceptualizing, developing and implementing new programs in these areas.
Resource Management
- Demonstrated experience taking an entrepreneurial perspective pursuing ethical alternative funding sources, and coordinating usage of resources.
Budget Management.
- Experience developing, controlling and administering an annual budget.
Communication
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, for presentations to both small and large scale audiences.
- Experience in analyzing data, such as enrollment data, with demonstrated problem solving ability.
- Demonstrated skills initiating, writing and developing outreach and marketing publications to various audiences.
- Demonstrated skill in writing clear, concise policy statements, reports, training materials and memoranda with the ability to provide well-reasoned arguments.
Collaboration
- Develop and leverage networks with partnerships to advance the mission, vision and goals for the program.
- Demonstrate highly effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse population of managers, college faculty, staff, students and the general public.
Project Management
- Demonstrated background planning, organizing and supervising assigned outreach activities and projects with experience working with students in a variety of capacities including student leaders in student leadership.
- Demonstrated background in using information technology to conduct market analysis, develop new markets and analyze recruitment results.
- Knowledge of applicable sections of California Education codes, local, state and federal regulations, as well as relevant operations and objectives.
Personnel Management
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the principles and practices of effective professional staff/student leadership, training and supervision.
- Knowledge of District policies, organization, operations and objectives, including collective bargaining agreements.
Advocacy
- Demonstrated sensitivity to an understanding of the socio-economic, academic, cultural and ethnic diversity within the community college student population, including students with physical and/or learning disabilities as these factors relate to differences in learning styles. Creativity and innovation in assessing and addressing barriers faced by diverse applicants.
Professionalism
- Demonstrated courage to take risks, make difficult decisions, and accept responsibility.

Additional Information:
Range 16, $6,466 - $9,552 per month based upon the current Management Salary Schedule. Initial salary placement is typically between Steps A ($6,466) and Step C ($7,128) with six (6) years of verifiable, directly related experience. Benefits include a $351 per month stipend, plus additional benefits provided under the terms of the Management Agreement.

THE DISTRICT - The San Diego Community College District serves the educational needs of approximately 100,000 students; employs over 4,500 full and part-time faculty and staff; maintains control of an annual budget of almost $400 million; and, is among the largest community college districts in the nation and second largest in California.


APPLICATIONS - The Human Resources Employment Office is located in Mission Valley at 3375 Camino del Rio So., Room 330, and is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Applications may be obtained at that location. NOTE: Please notify the Employment office and Payroll Department (if currently an employee) of any address changes.


Postmarks are not acceptable.
Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit materials for each position. The District does not return materials submitted in application for a position. (Copies of original documents are acceptable.) Applications are kept in our active files for the current academic year.


A Committee will screen all applications received by the filing deadline. All initial interviews will be conducted after the date of the filing deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. It is, therefore, important that the application be thorough, detailed, and clear. Current District employees who are applying for a position should be aware that materials from their personnel file (this includes address changes) will not be included as a part of the application packet, and they should, therefore, provide information on past and present employment in the same degree of detail as any other applicant.


Applicants who are eliminated from final consideration during the initial selection process will be notified. Applicants will be notified of interview by e-mail or letter.


MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Each candidate for appointment will be required to pass a medical screening, which may include the requirement for a medical examination at the candidate's expense.


TUBERCULOSIS EXAMINATION – All new SDCCD employees must provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment, and must renew the certificate every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment.


EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - The District provides a comprehensive program of benefits for its full-time certificated employees. The program includes group long-term disability and life insurance, dental and vision insurance, paid sick leave, and a professional development plan. The District also contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the health insurance plan options. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment.


JOB TAPE RECORDING
(619) 388-6580


INTERNET WEB SITE
http://employment.sdccd.edu

Application Instructions:

Please visit our Web site at http://employment.sdccd.edu initiate the application process. Otherwise, to request application materials you may e-mail the SDCCD Employment Office at jobs@sdccd.edu, call (619) 388-6580, or write to the address below.


To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit an application packet that includes only the following (extraneous material cannot be returned and will be discarded.) If applying through the online employment website, items (6) and (7) will be collected through the online application process:


1. SDCCD “Application for Academic/Vocational Employment ‘
2. Resume (current) emphasizing experience, education, training and abilities directly related to the position;
3. Letter of application (not to exceed 4 pages) addressing the professional competencies listed above;
4. Three(3) professional references (finalists references will be contacted)
5. Professional Equivalency Evaluation for foreign degrees(copy) or equivalency documentation, if applicable
6. Conviction Questionnaire, Confidential (mandatory)
7. Equal Employment Opportunity Survey (Confidential Voluntary Self-Disclosure Form)


Application Deadline: Application packets must be received in the Employment Office no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2008.


Address to request/submit application materials:
Search Committee
Associate Dean, Outreach Coordinator
District Administrative Offices
San Diego Community College District
3375 Camino del Rio South, Suite 330
San Diego, CA 92108-3883


Please note that applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted. The Employment Office will continue to accept applications after the closing deadline, but cannot guarantee that the Search Committee will consider materials received after the closing date. Application packets must include all materials stated above. To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested. Please retain a copy for your records, as copies cannot be provided.


SELECTION PROCESS
Please note that correspondence may be sent to you via e-mail.
US mail will be used if no e-mail address is included on your application. The Search Committee will review applications two to four weeks following the deadline date stated above. Only those applicants showing the best combination of skills, knowledge and abilities will be invited by letter or e-mail for an initial interview. Finalists from the initial interviews will be notified by telephone. The selected candidate will be required to submit “official” transcripts at the time of hire.


Job Code CE08-28


An Equal Opportunity Employer

Summary:
GreatSchools has raised significant philanthropic capital to begin the next phase of our mission. We are looking for a leader with a successful record of creating and launching online educational programs to lead a key new initiative.

Parents have enormous impact on their children's education, In fact studies show that parents have more influence on children's education than schools do.

However, many parents lack critical knowledge and skills that can help them support their children's education. To address this problem, we are creating a new Internet service -- a combination training program and support group -- that will inspire parents to gain new skills and become more involved and effective at guiding their children to education success. Our focus is on low-income parents.

GreatSchools: a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving education by inspiring parents to get involved. Our flagship online school guide reaches 30 million parents every year.

You: an experienced designer of online education programs with a passion for improving education and helping disadvantaged families achieve success.

Responsibilities:

* Initiate and drive all market research efforts to ensure that this initiative meets the needs of the target audience.

* Drawing on market research, expert advice, and the talents of the GreatSchools staff, refine the program concept and develop a roadmap for program creation and launch.

* Project manage the development of the program, including the budget.

* Work with the CEO and funders to create and track program success metrics.

* Work with the editorial team to develop program content, including video, in English and Spanish.

* Work with the product management and engineering teams to identify technologies to support program; work with product management to specify the features and look-and-feel of the program.

* Work with the business development group to develop content and distribution partnerships that support this program.

* Collaborate with the Director of Marketing to create branding and positioning of this program to internal and external parties. Work with the Director of Marketing to identify appropriate acquisition and repeat usage strategies.

* Solicit feedback from potential users throughout all stages of program development, including product conception, beta testing, and launch.

Qualifications:

* Demonstrable and successful record of creating and launching online educational programs, including market research, concept development, project management, marketing and performance assessment.

* A demonstrated leader and effective manager capable of working within a matrixed organization to achieve results.

* Exceptional interpersonal, strategic, analytical, written, oral communication and presentation skills.

* A demonstrated passion for the education arena and a strong belief and connection to GreatSchools mission.

* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities; comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and committed to meeting deadlines and creating and improving processes.

* Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity, especially in conceiving, testing and adjusting ideas rapidly, and in handling varying deadlines, shifts in priorities, or other unforeseen events.

* Self-motivated individual who delivers results with minimal supervision and limited resources.

* Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Application Instructions:

Salary DOE. This is a full-time position located in San Francisco, CA. We offer medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, paid time off, bonus and retirement plans including matching contributions.

Please email a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to jobs+progdir.gs@greatschools.net, with "Program Director" in the subject line.
Applications without cover letters will not be considered. No calls please.

To see the full posting, go here:
http://www.greatschools.net/cgi-bin/static/jobs.inc/CA#progdir


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Summary:
Counseling:

1) Provide assistance to students and families regarding the college planning, placement, and financial aid processes.
2) Counsel students on the best ways to research colleges.
3) Assess students’ learning styles, help them articulate their requirements and desires for their college choice(s).
4) Develop lists of colleges for students to consider based on on-going assessment of student clients and parental input.
5) Assist parents with the best roles to play with their teenager(s) as they participate in the process.
6) Inform parents of progress of their child(ren) throughout the process of selecting and applying to colleges.
7) Help families develop consensus on the final college lists for their student(s) and the final choice college which they will attend.
8) Serve as ombudsperson for the duration of the college planning and application process, teaching students and parents how to advocate for themselves with colleges and universities and on occasion, contacting colleges and universities in special cases on their behalf.
9) Help client families stay current with information on college planning and application (i.e. testing deadlines, application deadlines, timelines for decisions to be made, etc).
10) Follow up with client families to provide quality service to them.
11) Serve as teacher/facilitator of study skills and/or college planning courses in office or on site at schools and businesses.
12) Serve as college counselor on college visitation tours offered by NIEP College Preview.

Marketing and Promotion of Services:

1) Participate in marketing college counseling and other services offered by NIEP.
2) Provide presentations to parents, students, teachers, administrators as they relate to the needs of the targeted audiences.
3) Meet with professionals and any organization which serve as referral sources.
4) Attend professional meetings to promote NIEP.
5) Occasionally serve as NIEP representative at college fairs or conference trade show booths.
6) Contribute to the overall growth of NIEP and its network of services by contributing to the above strategies and developing word of mouth referral soruces.

Professional Development:

1) Attend professional development meetings to gain new knowledge of the field of admissions at institutions worldwide, but primarily at colleges and universities in the United States.
2) Travel to visit colleges and universities, touring the facilities, speaking with admissions staffs and students in order to better serve our client families.
3) Attend selected meetings of The College Board, ACT, NACAC, and other regional association meetings to add to the knowledge base of the field.
4) Read professional journals and literature relevant to the field.

Qualifications:
1) Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university; Master’s preferred
2) Experience working with teenagers and their families.
3) Marketing and sales of educationally related programs and services in profit or non-profit setting.
4) Project or program experience where project or program completion was more important than the normal 40 hour work week.


Preferred but not Required Experience:

1) Understanding of the undergraduate admission and application process.
2) Experience in an undergraduate or graduate office of admission.
3) Teaching, administrative, and/or counseling position on a college or university campus.
4) Counseling families in a school or agency setting.
5) Experience teaching at the high school or college level.
6) Visits to a variety of colleges.

Additional Information:
NIEP was founded in 1987 in Boston, Massachusetts as a college tour organization. Moved to Orange County, California in 1989, NIEP expanded to also include a college planning program, College Focus. The tour program, College Preview compliments the efforts of the counseling program and vice versa.

Since its inception, NIEP’s mission is to provide students, families and institutionally-based professionals with current information on the college search, planning, and application process. Our goal for our students is to ensure they and their parents make the best, informed choices regarding one of the most important decisions in their lives.

Application Instructions:
1) Review our website: http://www.collegefocus.com
2) Send your resume via email to personnel@collegefocus.com
3) Or, send your resume via fax to: (949) 833-7849

Summary:
Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy, a charter school of the Clark County School District with grades K-12, is seeking to fill the position of High School Counselor.

Located in Las Vegas, Nevada, Andre Agassi College Prep concentrates on students in an under privileged area of Las Vegas. High School enrollment is approximately 100 students and will graduate the first class in June of 2009.

Responsibilities:

The Secondary Counselor will work closely with the Director of College Access helping students overcome and cope with problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational, and life-long plans that hold promise for their personal fulfillment as mature and responsible adults.
· Assist students in course and subject selection.
· Obtain and disseminate occupational information to students and to classes studying occupations.
· Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in evolving education and occupation plans in terms of such evaluation.
· Help students evaluate career interests and choices.
· Provide counseling to students to increase personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity.
· Work with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to home and family relationships, health and emotional adjustment.
· Maintain student records and protect their confidentiality.
· Initiate, assemble, maintain, and interpret accurate health records, attendance records, cumulative progress records, activity records, and uniform transcript records for assigned students.
· Confer with parents whenever necessary.
· Take an active role in interpreting the school's objectives to students and community.
· Refer students to special education for testing, completes required paperwork, attends ARD meetings.
· Attend in services scheduled by testing department, counseling bureau and other departments.
· Coordinate standardized testing programs in the school.

Qualifications:

· Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Guidance and Counseling.
· Nevada Education Counselor Certification.
· Minimum of three years exemplary counseling experience
· Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the department.
· Ability to write clearly and concisely and edit materials quickly and effectively.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management both internal and external to the department.
· Ability to discern the sensitivity of internal/external communications in a large public organization and an awareness of the elements of public relations.
· Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus; judge distance (close and distant); reach with arms extended and use hands to manipulate the keyboard.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to:

Human Resources
Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy
1201 W. Lake Mead Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89106

Summary:
Reporting to the Dean of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor develops and evaluates qualified applicants for admission to Otis.

Responsibilities:

· Managing a territory to develop qualified applicants for admission and enrollment to Otis
· Assisting with the implementation of the annual Admissions operational plan and other special assignments in support of the College’s enrollment goals.
· Extensive travel within the United States as well as working evening and weekend.
· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (e.g. BFA, BA, BS) with excellent oral and written communication skills and strong computer skills required. As one of six Admissions Counselors, the successful candidate will thrive in a group setting. Self-motivation, self-discipline and the ability to work with a minimum of supervision is essential. Ability to travel required. Must be able to work evenings and weekend, as needed. Experience and/or education at a fine art and design institution or similar background are highly desirable.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. When submitting by email, use “Admissions Counselor” on the subject line to xboehm@otis.edu by mail to:

Otis College of Art and Design
Attention: Human Resources
9045 Lincoln Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Summary:
The College Counselor will ensure that all Fulfillment Fund high school students are making educated decisions about their post-secondary education. This individual will prepare students to make a successful transition to college, and to assist Fulfillment Fund students in pursuing their academic goals.

Responsibilities:


§ Responsible for overseeing college advisement for all Fulfillment Fund high school students, creating & implementing programs and meeting both individually and/or in small groups with students during their junior, and senior years to help them formulate individualized college or post-secondary access plans and to apply for and evaluate financial aid plans, as well as to provide options and alternatives to these post-secondary plans.
§ Facilitate the financial aid training for staff. Provide financial aid counseling for students.
§ Oversee college counseling data in the Fulfillment Fund database.
§ Participate in college trips sponsored by the Program Events department and others in cooperation with the College Access Program.
§ Assume a major role with Destination: College, College Site Visits, Essay Writing Workshops, Application Workshops, Financial Aid Counseling, Transitions to College and other workshops and activities organized by the College Counseling Department.
§ Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum to provide content and review/ revise lessons within the Fulfillment Fund’s College Access Curriculum.
§ Assist in the college counseling training of Program Staff members. Advise College Access Team in the execution of the curriculum.
§ Assist with Transfer advisement, when needed.
§ Responsible for the coordination, implementation, and supervision of day-to-day college counseling needs.
§ Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment.

Qualifications:


§ Advanced degree of study in social sciences, education or related field
§ Excellent oral and written communication skills and proficient in use of standard information technologies including Microsoft software, the worldwide web and Education Edge Database
§ Minimum of three years experience in the educational sector and/or non-profit sector.
§ Broad and deep understanding of the A-G tracking and the college admissions process
§ Broad understanding of financial aid.
§ Knowledge about specific colleges and their specialties and programs
§ Bilingual Spanish/English language skills extremely desirable.
§ Awareness and understanding of first generation college issues extremely desirable
§ Proven ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team.

Application Instructions:
Please send a letter of interest, resume and salary history to Human Resources, 6100 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 600, by fax to (323) 525-3095 or by email at humanresources@fulfillment.org. No calls please. Website: http://www.fulfillment.org

Summary:
Mills College, an independent liberal arts and sciences college for undergraduate women with graduate programs for women and men, is seeking to fill a vacancy in our Office of Undergraduate Admission.

Located in Oakland, California, Mills College is a nationally known women’s college with an enrollment of approximately 900 undergraduate and 500 graduate men and women.

Responsibilities:
The Admission Counselor works as a member of the admission staff to recruit students for the college’s undergraduate program. Responsibilities include managing a territory of prospective students through activities such as high school visits, meetings with guidance counselors, attendance at college fairs, coordinating campus recruitment events, and maintaining an aggressive campaign of written and telephone communication with prospective students and parents. Other responsibilities include interviewing, evaluating applications for admission, and assisting with special projects and programs as assigned. Eight to ten weeks of travel is required, including evening and weekend work, primarily during the fall months. The successful candidate will also possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, high personal energy level, a positive attitude, and excellent writing and speaking skills. Candidates with experience with the latest in the use of computer technology will be strongly considered. A bachelor’s degree is required.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required
The successful candidate will also possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, high personal energy level, a positive attitude, and excellent writing and speaking skills.
Candidates with advanced computer experience will be strongly considered.
Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain effective customer service towards all persons contacted during the course of job performance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships within a diverse and multicultural environment.
Ability to comply with the College’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program.
Valid driver’s license and proof of current vehicle insurance.

Additional Information:
Salary commensurate with experience, plus an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision; life and ltd insurance, 403b retirement plan, vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays annually. Staff also receives free admission to campus events, use of the pool, fitness center, and tennis courts. Tuition remission is also available after an introductory period.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to:

Human Resources
Mills College
5000 MacArthur Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94613
510 430-3311 - fax
hire@mills.edu


MILLS COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the selection process may be requested
by qualified disabled individuals by writing to the above address, or by calling (510) 430-2282.

Summary:
Founded in 1910, Kent State University today stands as one of the largest regional systems in the country. As a top ranked public research university, Kent State serves the diverse needs of Northeast Ohio throughout its eight campus network. The main campus is sited on 916 beautifully landscaped acres within the friendly, attractive community of Kent, Ohio and is home to 18,090 undergraduates and 4,729 graduate students. The University offers 282 undergraduate programs—big enough to offer real choices, yet small enough to provide a truly dynamic and personal learning environment.

Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services (AVPES) provides leadership for the recruitment and enrollment process and administrative direction for the offices of admissions, student financial aid, and university registrar on the Kent campus. Strategic enrollment planning for both traditional and non-traditional student populations, including coordination with Noel-Levitz consultants; personnel administration; fiscal management; and policy decisions will be important facets of the Associate Vice President’s responsibilities. In addition, the AVPES will collaborate across the University and throughout the regional campus system with academic deans and colleagues in developing enrollment goals and accomplishing optimal enrollment levels. The AVPES will oversee an organization of 93 staff with three direct reports, an operational budget of $5 million, and a scholarship budget in excess of $20 million.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess a master’s degree and a minimum of eight years of successful, progressive experience in the enrollment management arena. Evidence of strong strategic planning and leadership skills, comprehensive understanding of market-driven data analysis, and excellent communication skills are required. Demonstrated familiarity with integrated technology-based information systems (Banner preferred) and their applications for supporting college marketing, admissions, enrollment, financial aid, registration, and retention are essential.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Online applications, including a position-specific cover letter and resume, are being accepted via the SJG website at http://www.spelmanandjohnson.com under the link Open Positions. Nominations for this position may be emailed to vbs@spelmanandjohnson.com. If you are unable to submit materials electronically, please call SJG at 413-529-2895.

SJG — The Spelman & Johnson Group
Kent State University—AVP for Enrollment Services (WACAC)
Valerie Szymkowicz, Senior Associate

Visit the Kent State website at http://www.kent.edu

Kent State University is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment, retention, and graduation of a diverse student body and workforce.

Summary:
Reporting to the President, the Vice President of Enrollment Management provides leadership in advancing the overall enrollment goals of the College and oversees the areas of undergraduate admissions, financial aid, and athletics. The Vice President is responsible for developing undergraduate admissions and financial aid policies and procedures, overseeing marketing and strategic outreach to key constituencies, and ensuring the effective use of financial aid in meeting the overall strategic enrollment goals of the College. Additionally, the Vice President directs athletic policies and procedures to ensure the successful recruitment of Division III athletes as well as, overseeing the staff and facilities of the athletics program. The Vice President manages a total staff of 53, serves as a member of the President’s cabinet, and is expected to work closely and collaboratively across campus serving as the liaison between enrollment and a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree is preferred, with a strong track record of progressive experience in enrollment and admissions. Documented evidence of strategic planning and leadership skills, as well as the ability to manage staff and oversee budgets is required. An understanding of enrollment management issues in a tuition-driven environment, the ability to make data-driven decisions, and experience in working collaboratively with campus constituents on recruitment and retention issues are important in the selection of the new Vice President. The successful candidate for Vice President of Enrollment Management will also be able to articulate and embrace the role of athletics in recruiting students at the Division III level.

Additional Information:
The College of St. Scholastica, founded in 1912, is a private, comprehensive Catholic institution with a broad range of programs in the liberal arts and sciences and the professions. The College offers bachelor’s, master’s, and professional doctoral degrees, and serves a total of 3,200 students in traditional, accelerated, and on-line programs. St. Scholastica is consistently recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report magazine. The magazine’s 2008 “America's Best Colleges” ranks St. Scholastica in the top tier of regional universities in the Midwest. The College, as a NCAA Division III institution, supports 17 athletic teams including a new football program.

Located on the western shore of Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota, the main campus sits on the doorstep to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, one of the nation’s most treasured wilderness areas. Duluth, a community of approximately 87,000, offers the amenities and services of a larger community, in a small-town atmosphere.

Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Online applications, including a position-specific cover letter and resume, are being accepted via the SJG website at http://www.spelmanandjohnson.com under the link Open Positions. Nominations for this position may be emailed to eth@spelmanandjohnson.com. If you are unable to submit materials electronically, please call Ellen Heffernan at 413-529-2895.

SJG — The Spelman & Johnson Group
College of St. Scholastica—VPEM (WACAC)
Ellen Heffernan, Partner

Visit St. Scholastica’s website at http://www.css.edu

College of St. Scholastica is an equal opportunity employer.