Admissions Officer 2 | University of Connecticut - Military Veterans

JOB SUMMARY The University of Connecticut Hartford Campus invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month position of Admissions Officer 2. The successful candidate will serve as a representative of the University of Connecticut to prospective students, school counselors, and other relevant parties in support of new undergraduate enrollment initiatives. The individual will also participate in application review, which includes the assessment of applicants for admission, scholarships, honors, and other programs. Admissions Officers perform duties related to the recruitment, admission, and enrollment of undergraduates in accordance with University and departmental policies.They will have a strong ethical sense, good judgment, and a deep commitment to and experience with anti-racist practice, equity, and inclusion. Centered on teaching, research, and service in and about the global city, the UConn Hartford campus serves a community of approximately 1600 students, including larger first-generation (49%) and minoritized (50%) populations. With a vision of academic excellence focused on community-based, collaborative learning, UConn Hartford plays a critical role in advancing the University?s commitment to innovation, leadership, global engagement, and cultural and intellectual diversity. The Hartford campus offers undergraduate classes in 36 departments and master's, doctoral, and certificate programs in four disciplines. Students can complete majors in English, Human Development and Family Sciences, Business Administration, Business Data Analytics, Psychological Sciences, Urban and Community Studies, Digital Marketing & Analytics, Financial Management, and Social Work. Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state?s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and promotes undergraduate student recruitment and outreach efforts for UConn Hartford. Evaluates and processes admissions applications in accordance with University policies, goals, and rules on the admissibility of undergraduate students. Advises applicants regarding admissions requirements, eligibility for admission, program options, residency requirements, and other matters related to their admission to the University. Serves as team leader for first-year application review for UConn Hartford. Keeps informed regarding academic program requirements, enrollment restrictions, and other issues related to recruiting and admitting students. Engages in extensive in-state travel to recruit prospective students. Assists in maintaining and updating admission records and compiles admissions reports as directed. Actively participates in recruiting students through promotional activities such as personal contact with counselors, students individually and in groups, schedules visits to high school and college fairs, panel discussions, presentations, and newsletters. Coordinates to ensure UConn representation at college fairs, high school visits, panel presentations, and recruitment activities in the assigned region. Serves as the primary contact for UConn Hartford and as a resource to prospective students, parents, guidance counselors, educators, and the University community. Interprets admission policies and responds to inquiries about academic programs, campus life, and requirements making appropriate referrals, as necessary. Plans and executes prospective student and admitted student events. Coordinates Hartford campus visits, leads campus tours, supervises student workers, and supports Orientation programming. Provides support and assistance to admission programs as assigned. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor?s degree. Three years of related experience in some area of student affairs or prior admissions experience. Experience and interest in working with diverse communities in an urban campus setting. Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to make independent judgments in a high-volume setting. Demonstrated ability for accuracy and attention to detail. Familiarity with online computer information systems. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS More than three years of experience working in admissions. Proficiency in Spanish. APPOINTMENT TERMS This is a full-time, permanent position. This position requires a willingness to travel in-state and work flexible and irregular hours. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's background and experience. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA). TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. TO APPLY Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs , Staff Positions, Search #498676 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on October 15, 2024. All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp . All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community. The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee?s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.