Manager for Access and Recruitment
University of South Carolina - Columbia, SC
posted 6 months ago
About the position
The Manager for Access and Recruitment at the University of South Carolina is a pivotal role responsible for planning and coordinating outreach and access initiatives aimed at enhancing student recruitment. This position involves managing a group of 30-50 student volunteers and supervising 1-2 student staff members. The Manager will be tasked with recruiting current students to join the volunteer program, developing and implementing training sessions, attending meetings, and coordinating efforts that engage volunteers with prospective students. The role also encompasses the development and implementation of various access initiatives, including the Carolina CLIMB initiative and Taking Carolina Home, as well as organizing on- and off-campus visits throughout the year. In addition to outreach responsibilities, the Manager will handle a full range of admissions tasks, which include recruitment travel to target high schools, planning and executing key recruitment programs both on and off campus, training volunteers who assist with recruitment efforts, and collaborating with various campus offices and organizations. The position requires extensive travel, including overnight trips, as well as some evening and weekend work to fulfill recruitment goals. The Manager will play a crucial role in representing the University of South Carolina at various events and will be involved in reviewing and making decisions on applications for admissions to the university.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage a group of 30-50 student volunteers to help recruit prospective students throughout the year.
- Develop, plan, and oversee access initiatives, including Carolina CLIMB initiative and Taking Carolina Home.
- Collaborate with the Access and Recruitment staff and admissions staff in implementing the strategic recruitment plan.
- Participate in admissions tasks, including reviewing applications for admissions and scholarships, and representing USC at events.
- Assist with departmental recruitment efforts, including answering phone calls and meeting with walk-in visitors.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Director for Access and Recruitment in planning and executing recruitment programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 3 or more years of experience in a related field, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently.
- Knowledge of admissions policies and procedures and familiarity with national issues and trends in higher education.
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Nice-to-haves
- Admissions experience preferred.
- Experience working with underrepresented populations is strongly preferred.
- Experience using Ellucian Banner student information system and CRM systems (particularly Technolutions Slate).
Benefits
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
