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Associate Director of Transfer, Adult, and Online Recruitment
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Position Number: 5631731
Location: Statesboro, GA
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Associate Director of Transfer, Adult, and Online Recruitment

Job ID: 277125
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Office Of Admissions

Job Summary

The Associate Director of Transfer, Adult, and Online Recruitment will serve as a member of the recruitment leadership team and will oversee the development and implementation of strategic recruitment for transfer students, adult students, and students in fully online programs at Georgia Southern University. This position will supervise a team of Recruitment Specialists based on multiple campuses. Additionally, this position will work closely with Military & Veteran Services to develop military-affiliated student recruitment pipelines. The Associate Director will consistently exhibit service, collaboration, and excellence as championed by the Division of Enrollment, Marketing and Student Success.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Admissions, develop and implement a strategic recruitment plan to meet enrollment goals for transfer, adult, and fully online students
Lead the planning and implementation of all transfer, adult, online, and military-affiliated recruitment events held on- and off campus and virtually
Attend off-campus transfer college fairs and community events and visit regional two-year college campuses
Stay abreast of national and regional student policy, trends, and research specific to transfer students, adult learners, fully online students, and military-affiliated students
Cultivate and maintain relationships with technical, two-year, and community colleges in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee
Serve as a strong advocate for transfer, adult, fully online, and military-affiliated students, and maintain strong relationships with Military & Veteran Services, the Center for Advising,
Retention, and Completion, the Office of the Registrar, the Office of Adult & Online Learning, and the Office of the Provost
Serve as the liaison for transfer pathway programs with East Georgia State College, Ogeechee Technical College, and Savannah Technical College
Present daily information sessions and give campus tours to visitors as needed, providing information about Georgia Southern to prospective students and families
Lead, with Recruitment Specialists, chapters of Tau Sigma Transfer Honor Society and Phi Theta Kappa Alumni Association
Coordinate merit scholarship processes and awarding for transfer and adult students
Develop and monitor reports on transfer, adult, fully online, and military-affiliated recruitment funnels and assist with developing enrollment projections
Have a strong working knowledge of the transfer credit processes, advisement processes, DegreeWorks, and articulation agreements, as they pertain to new students with transferable credit
Work with online lead generation services to expand the transfer and adult learner prospect pool
Develop strategic communications, in conjunction with University Communications and Marketing, to facilitate the recruitment and enrollment of transfer, adult, fully online, and military-affiliated students
Hire, train, supervise, and mentor a team of Recruitment Specialists
Manage an assigned recruitment caseload of transfer, transient, post-baccalaureate and readmit student

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Five (5) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Masters degree in higher education or a related field

Preferred Experience

Experience in a college admissions or enrollment office Experience working with adult, transfer, and/or online college students Experience with Banner SIS and/or Technolutions Slate CRM

Proposed Salary

$68,000 - $70,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Excel at work in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin on September 17, 2024.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work generally performed in an office environment
Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
Occasional travel may be required

Background Check

Standard + Education & DMV

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=277125&PostingSeq=1