Job Information
Texas A&M University Assistant Director, Counselor Liaison in College Station, Texas
Job Title
Assistant Director, Counselor Liaison
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Undergraduate Recruitment
Proposed Minimum Salary
$4,617.67 monthly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Who we are
The Office of Undergraduate Recruitment handles freshman, transfer, international, and other prospective students who wish to apply to Texas A&M University. The office is also responsible for recruiting and enrollment an academically prepared student body geographically and economically varied. In addition, Undergraduate Recruitment also offers several opportunities for prospective students and their families to visit campus throughout the year to learn about the rich traditions and culture of Texas A&M University.
What we want
Undergraduate Recruitment is looking for a qualified Assistant Director, Counselor Liaison. The Assistant Director, is responsible for developing, executing, and managing a recruitment strategy to include coordinating and implementing regional programs and events to enhance high school counselor relations, community-based partnerships with college access networks, school district leadership, community organizations, and Former Texas A&M University Student Networks in the assigned community. This role is also involved in identifying, recruiting, and contributing to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled high-achieving students and supervising regional positions. Includes serving as an information resource and back-up to the Associate Director, Senior Associate Director, or Director and managing recruitment and training programs.
What you need to know
Salary: $55,412.00 - $71,219.20 (Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience)
Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Position Details: This position requires extensive travel. This position may direct and/or evaluate the work of others. This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Six years of progressively responsible experience in a professional or administrative capacity in admissions, recruitment, advising, financial aid, or outreach
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of financial aid programs and federal regulations relating to student financial aid
knowledge of standard office equipment and computers
Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills with individuals or in a group setting
Must possess strong organization skills
Ability to work well with counselors, students, and parents
Ability to work well with student population
Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs
Ability to work as a team member in a dynamic organization, possessing a positive attitude and is customer-service oriented
Ability to work outside of normal business hours and travel overnight
Must be literate in the English language and able to comprehend and follow both written and verbal instructions
Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment with good interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Preferred Qualifications
A State of Texas class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
Master’s degree
Bilingual in Spanish
Professional experience in higher education
Professional experience within TAMUS
Customer service experience, particularly within higher education
Experience in producing reports of the analysis and evaluation of activities
Participation in Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC) or Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO) programs or other professional organizations related to admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Demonstrated knowledge of basic project management and organizational practices
Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practice and methods of admissions, marketing, and enrollment
General knowledge of higher education institution, general academic requirements, and admission policies
General knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of customer service
Proficiency in related student information systems such as Banner, AIS, Howdy, MOSES
Responsibilities
Leadership
Mentor and train advisors on admissions and financial aid
Coordinate major office programs
Lead in professional associations and committees
Represent Texas A&M at conferences
Provide strategic direction to community liaisons
Program Management
Develop and implement programs for high school counselors
Interact with students, parents, and school staff
Manage recruitment and financial aid awareness programs
Conduct presentations and establish community contacts
Develop relationships with university departments and advisors
Create and revise informational materials
Collaborate with external organizations for recruitment activities
Extensive travel required.
Recruitment & Matriculation
Coordinate recruitment of high-achieving students
Support regional staff to meet recruitment goals
Work with Scholarships & Financial Aid on scholarships
Develop communication strategies for counselors, students, and parents
Track and manage prospective students
Resolve admissions issues with applicants and parents
Maintain knowledge of university policies and admissions processes
Use various systems for tracking student information
Administration
Oversee training and development of recruitment staff
Provide feedback and performance evaluations
Assist with budget preparation and implementation
Manage recruitment team activities
Analyze market trends and program effectiveness
Recommend new initiatives to the Director
Job Knowledge
Maintain knowledge of university policies and financial aid regulations
Attend workshops and conferences
Compile data and generate reports
Assist with data collection and reporting
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays
Eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html) and at least eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month
Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training and webinars
Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
For additional information on benefits Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf)
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University, must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
