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Definition of Class

This position performs duties to identify and recruit prospective students. The incumbent plans and participates in the implementation and recruitment of prospective students using marketing strategies and public relations skills, and counsels prospective students and parents regarding the admission process.

This position will be based in the State of Texas (Dallas, Houston, or Austin). The position also requires high level of proficiency in Spanish.

Examples of Work Performed

• Assists in planning and implementation of admissions and recruitment strategies.
• Represents University at recruitment events to provide contextual information regarding admissions to attendants.
• Participates with the departmental leadership in defining key schools and designing and implementing strategies for them.
• Visits high schools within assigned region and conducts meetings with prospective students while building relationships with alumni, school counselors, and other interested parties.
• Corresponds with prospective students and others seeking information on admissions standards, university programs, and student activities.
• Conducts presentations and tours for and on-campus interviews of prospective students and their parents or guardians.
• Participates in the admissions and scholarship selection committee process.
• Develops programs and communication tools for the recruitment of prospective students.
• Assists with the ambassador and telecounseling programs.
• Creates, analyzes, and maintains prospect records in the campus recruiting management (CRM) system.
• Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

Coordinates and participates in the implementation and recruitment strategies of prospective students.

Counsels prospective students and parents regarding the admissions process and the University.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, conferred no later than the date of hire, or verified in writing by the respective Dean’s Office or Registrar’s Office that requirements have been met with certainty for the degree to be conferred.

AND

Experience:

Six (6) months of experience related to the above described duties.

AND

Fluency: Spanish Language Fluency

AND

Licensure:
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Substitution Statement:
Related education and related experience may be substituted on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.