Job Information
Rochester Institute of Technology Assistant Director in Rochester, New York
8215BR
Position Title:
Assistant Director
Organization:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Job Responsibilities:
PLEASE NOTE: The position requires managing a geographic territory and requires travel.
This includes planning and executing recruiting travel activities in the fall and the spring each year. Fall recruitment travel is typically 4-6 weeks in length, including some weekends between September and November. Spring recruitment travel is typically 3-4 weeks, also including some weekends between March and May.
Position conducts significant amounts of student recruitment travel, informative interviews, engaging presentations and other counseling, advising and information services for prospective students, parents, education professionals, and related organizations. Selected candidate is assigned a geographic region of responsibility and maintains a liaison relationship with education professionals in that region.
Position collaborates and maintains productive working relationships with RIT faculty and staff as they engage in student recruitment initiatives. The selected candidate analyzes and considers a multitude of factors in determining an applicant’s eligibility for admission and is responsible for assisting in the management of the communication process.
Position supports student recruitment and selection efforts designed to satisfy Institute-established freshman and transfer enrollment goals in the Undergraduate Office of Admissions. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of or ability to learn state and federal laws and ethical principles of practice as outlined by the National Association of College Admissions Counselors. Must demonstrate strong counseling, presentation, written and verbal communication skills and an ability to work with diverse populations. Candidate must also be computer literate and possess analytical and problem-solving skills. Must be highly flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, high-energy work environment that emphasizes measurable work outcomes. Related experience in a postsecondary institution position with areas of significant responsibility is preferred.
FLSA Category:
Exempt
Requisition Number:
8215BR
College/Division:
Enrollment Management
Required Application Documents:
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of References
Employment Category:
Fulltime
Additional Details:
The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Required Minimum Education Level:
BA, BFA, BS
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :
117A
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of related experience, or equivalent experience
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills including oral presentation, written and interpersonal
Individual must also demonstrate excellent project management skills, initiative, capability in transforming ideas into practical solutions, ability to work over sustained periods of time and the exercise of good judgment and discretion in decision making
As a department driven by data and technology, the individual is expected to possess an array of computing skills, including analytical and problem solving abilities
The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy (https://www.rit.edu/fa/grms/sites/rit.edu.fa.grms/files/docs/VehicleSafetyProcedures.pdf) (please refer to page 4).
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree is preferred
Department/College Description:
Undergraduate Admissions/Enrollment Management.
The Division of Enrollment Management is a dynamic organization striving to provide superior service to internal and external publics in order to maximize RIT’s potential for attracting new and serving existing student populations. The Division of Enrollment Management implements its goals and objectives in direct support of RIT’s mission, goals, and objectives.
Shift:
A
What do we believe at RIT?:
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Work Location:
Henrietta Campus — 100%
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
41600
Hourly/Salary Maximum:
69700