Longwood University – Assistant/Senior Assistant Director of Admissions: Emerging Populations

Longwood University is seeking an experienced Assistant/Senior Assistant Director to join our Admissions Office. As the Assistant/Senior Assistant Director you will assume a lead role in recruiting students from underrepresented populations of Latino students and students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Exciting opportunity to be the supportive voice for access and success of diverse students by developing and implementing Longwood’s multicultural recruitment activities to include on-campus and off-campus programming and collaboration with representatives of groups who work with diverse students. The Assistant/Senior Assistant Director will also promote Longwood to prospective student applicants in an assigned territory, review and render decisions on applications, establish and maintain contact with high school counselors, conduct visitor presentations, participate in recruitment and yield events to increase student applications and enrollment as well as participate in other admissions-related projects as assigned.

The successful candidate should be fluent in Spanish (oral and written); have excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; the ability to work as part of a team; be able to manage multiple projects concurrently; and have extensive experience in admissions or related area.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred); willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends; valid Virginia Driver’s License; and ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds.

The position is open until filled. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. A successful background check is required. To apply for this position, please submit a resume with three references to the following address (indicate position #FA330):

Human Resources
Longwood University
201 High Street, Suite 212
Farmville, VA 23909
Phone: 434.395.2074 / Fax: 434.395.2666
Electronic applications accepted: humres@longwood.edu

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University of Richmond - Assistant Director of Admission

The University of Richmond is a nationally ranked liberal arts university offering a unique combination of undergraduate and graduate programs through its schools of arts and sciences, business, leadership studies, law, and continuing studies with approximately 3,000 undergraduate students. Richmond is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Admission. The assistant director is an integral contributor to recruitment and admission activities, including managing all aspects of recruitment within an assigned geographic region, representing the University to a wide and diverse audience, reviewing and selecting candidates, and coordinating activities to enroll an increasingly diverse class.

The assistant director has oversight and management responsibilities of several specific projects. This position will serve on the Communication Team, a team within the office that is responsible for the creation of all publications, Web management, on-line chats, and all other types of communication that is disseminated to our many constituents. We seek an individual who is creative and energetic to join a staff of 30.

Minimum requirements: A bachelor’s degree, two-three years of admission experience, an appreciation for diversity, and an understanding of and appreciation for a private, liberal arts education. Solid familiarity with the College Board’s Enrollment Planning Service, Descriptor Plus, and Recruitment Plus products highly preferred, as well as familiarity with the Banner student database system and Cascade content management.

To view complete job description and to apply, visit http://www.urjobs.org. The University of Richmond values diversity in our faculty, staff and student body and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to the application, a résumé and cover letter are required for consideration.

University of Virginia - Dean of Undergraduate Admission

The University of Virginia is seeking a Dean of Undergraduate Admission and invites inquiries, nominations and applications. The Dean, a highly visible member of the University community, represents the University to prospective students, alumni and the general public; further, the Dean works to enhance the selectivity, quality, and diversity of each year’s incoming first-year and transfer classes.

The University of Virginia is distinctive among institutions of higher education. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University develops leaders who are well-prepared to shape the future of the nation. The University is ranked as the No. 2 public university in the 2008 edition of the U.S. News and World Report rankings. In the 11 years since U.S. News began ranking public universities as a separate category, U.Va. has ranked either No. 1 or No. 2.

Nominations & Applications: The Dean of Undergraduate Admission will have a sustained and substantial record of academic accomplishment, experience as an associate dean or dean of admission, and be active in the national discussion of admission as it impacts both secondary and higher education. Candidates with a Master’s degree and with significant relevant experience will be considered along with those possessing an earned doctorate.

Nominations and applications should include a curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and contact information for at least three references. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. For fullest consideration, all materials should be received by August 15, 2008. The search will be carried out with full confidentiality; candidates will be notified before references are contacted. Nominations and applications should be sent electronically to:

Gary Helmuth or Emily Kozuch
U.Va. Executive & Management Search Group
executivesearch@virginia.edu
Phone: (434) 982-4900 or (434) 924-6862

An equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Virginia is committed to building a diverse community and encourages the applications of women and members of underrepresented groups.

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Contact Person: Gary Helmuth
Email Address: executivesearch@virginia.edu
Phone: 434-982-4900

Virginia Tech - two positions in Undergraduate Admissions

• Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
• Assistant Director for Diversity Initiatives

Each position serves as one of ten assistant directors who implement the Virginia Tech recruitment program; represent the university to prospective students and families; cultivate relationships with secondary school personnel; manage a territory; review applications – make and enter admissions decisions; travel each fall and each spring visiting high schools and participating in college fairs; head one special assignment area; participate in professional development; perform other administrative duties as assigned. Special assignments include, as examples, liaison to the Virginia Community College System, liaison with information technology, Open House coordination, and advising student tour guides. The specific assignments for these open positions are: international application review (shared) and management of diversity initiatives.

Both positions require evening and weekend work (about once a month), and out-of-town travel. The candidate must be able to lift, independently, at least 30 pounds, and be able to travel independently.

Qualifications for both include a Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience; experience working with diverse populations; experience in admissions, academic advising, counseling or related field; demonstrated organizational skills to accommodate multiple priorities; exemplary interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with individuals and large groups; computer proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable software. Preference given for Master’s degree, admissions experience in a higher education setting; experience with the land grant mission; experience with Banner; and experience in the specific special assignments area.

Virginia Tech has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and people with disabilities.

Applicants must apply on-line at www.jobs.vt.edu, and choose posting #080642 for the Assistant Director of Admissions position, or posting #080656 for the Assistant Director for Diversity Initiatives position. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names of three professional references to the faculty application. Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2008. Questions may be addressed to Ms. Dianne Flinchum at flnchmd@vt.edu, or 540-231-6951.

Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Ms. Dianne Flinchum, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Virginia Tech, 201 Burruss Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Phone: (540) 231-6951.