Director of Recruitment & Selection (On-Campus Recruitment Only*)
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Director of Recruitment & Selection (On-Campus Recruitment Only*)
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
7
Level
3
Department
Admissions
Job Purpose
The Director of Recruitment & Selection develops, manages, and implements initiatives relating to the recruitment and admission of domestic degree-seeking undergraduate students.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree and 6 years of prior admissions or related student services experience is required. Master's Degree is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The Director of Recruitment & Selection must have excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills. The individual must have the proven ability to supervise, train, coach and evaluate personnel. The Director must be articulate and knowledgeable regarding the college's academic position as a competitive liberal arts and science institution. The Director must have experience with admission and higher education software and technology, particularly with a CRM system. The Director must be able to establish and review policies and procedures relating to admissions and recruitment. The individual must understand domestic secondary school curriculum, secondary school counseling procedures, college selection process and an ability to work with diverse student populations is necessary. The Director must be able to work cooperatively with other staff members and the college community. Must be knowledgeable of the techniques, procedures, and principles of forecasting enrollment trends, evaluating the success of recruitment activities, ensuring the successful completion, review, and selection process of more than 30,000 undergraduate applications.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
The Director of Recruitment & Selection must be able to successfully establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external constituents. Must be able to travel outside of the Charleston area frequently (including out of state travel). Evening and weekend work is required. The ability to lift and carry 30-40 lbs. is necessary. Must be able to work on a second or third level without elevator access.

*Only current College of Charleston Employees are eligible to apply.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
**Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu<https://jobs.cofc.edu/>.
Salary
**$60,608 - $79,616
Posting Date
07/13/2023
Closing Date
07/19/2023
Benefits

  *   Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
  *   Life Insurance
  *   Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
  *   Retirement
  *   Long Term Disability
  *   Paid Holidays
  *   Free CARTA Bus Service
  *   Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
  *   Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  *   Full Benefits Package - Click Here<https://hr.cofc.edu/benefits/index.php>
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2023131
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/14224
Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
Manages and directs the recruitment staff, their travel of the staff and coordinates admission's representation at college fairs and other events. Manages the assignment of staff recruitment territories. Implements recruitment strategies that involve developing plans and goals for high school visits, college fairs, informal interviews and school counselor events and communication. Oversees follow-up with various constituencies (school and college counselors, community-based organizations, etc.) and prospective students and their parents by the territory managers to meet enrollment goals.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
35

Activity
Directs the evaluation and competitive selection process for degree-seeking first-year and transfer students. Interprets institutional policy and, with the Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, establishes effective admissions policies and procedures with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Counsels and advises prospective students on admissions policy, financial aid, and curriculum choices. Maintains effective relationships with appropriate entities for contacting and developing relationships with students and secondary schools. Working with the Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, assists with the development of long-range plans and objectives for recruitment initiatives and degree-seeking enrollment projections. Develops and implements new policies and procedures that ensure College and South Carolina compliance while enhancing recruitment efforts.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
30

Activity
Continuously train and develop admissions staff involved in the selection process to ensure consistent and unbiased evaluation. Provide regular training and updates to recruitment team on brand messaging that reflects the College's strategic plan and institutional priorities.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10

Activity
Supports the recruitment process by personally traveling to, reviewing evaluating and rendering decisions on admission applicants, from an assigned territory by the Dean of Undergraduate Admissions. Travel as necessary for off-campus recruitment events (including yield events in the spring).
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15

Activity
Manages and leads strategies related to policies and programming for school and independent counselors. Manages goals and plans for school counselor and community-based communication and programming. Ensures effective communication plans are developed, implemented, and evaluated for these programs and events. Maintains and manages program budgeting.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
10



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