Assistant Director - Admissions

Assistant Director - Admissions Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.Posting Details Position Information Posting Number S05142P Position Title Assistant Director - Admissions Department Recruiting Location Arlington Job Family Admissions Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule Monday through Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.

Some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays are required.

Travel includes representing the university at job-related programs and/or conferences

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $58,000.

Duration Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis Monthly

Benefits Eligible Yes

Benefits at UTA

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php University Information The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.Job Summary The position will actively participate in ensuring the university reaches its enrollment goals. Provide leadership and guidance to the professional staff implementing targeted outreach and recruitment initiative for many types of future students. Will assist with High-Caliber Recruitment. This position will oversee & manage day-to-day operations; drive desired outcomes; ensure appropriate follow-up; maintain records & reporting related to recruitment, admissions, financial aid, scholarships, etc. Provide guidance and support for prospective students and families seeking to become part of the UTA family. Perform work in ways that contribute to the university’s successful achievement of enrollment goalsEssential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and implement targeted outreach and recruitment initiatives leveraging the university’s footprint and resources to build an incoming class of freshmen and transfer students.

Actively participate and engage in outreach, recruitment, and community engagement programming that drive desired and measurable outcomes.

Be a community face for and represent all college/university partners.

Support high school staff and partnership with students and parents.

Market transfer opportunities to current High-Caliber students.

Plan, coordinate, and attend required programmatic events for students and parents at high school and college/university sites.

Work closely with the admissions leadership in the identification, development, and implementation of strategic outreach and recruitment initiatives designed to reach desired outcomes.

Communicate effectively with all pertinent stakeholders ensuring appropriate UTA branding.

Develop, maintain, and provide updates & reports in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with six (6) years of experience in higher education, community outreach, and/or recruitment working with first- and second-generation students representing diverse communities.

Preferred Qualifications

Cross-cultural & multi-generational competencies.

Bilingual – English & Spanish.

Performance & Results Driven.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Self-starter & Team Player.

Data-driven, results-oriented.

Assess, Engage, & empower staff and students to maximum performance and self-efficacy.

Computer literate. Adaptable.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification may render the position security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code.

Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Working Title ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADMISSIONS

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.ADA Accommodations The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] Detail Information Number of Vacancies 3 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.Requirement Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?

None/less than 1 year

2 to 3 years

4 to 5 years

6 years or more

How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?

None/less than 2 years

2 to 3 years

4 to 5 years

6 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Resume or CV

Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents