Position Details
Posting Summary
College College Of Fine Arts Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs Department School of Music
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S1770P Job Type Full Time, Regular Pay Type Exempt/Salaried Pay Grade D Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package. Number of Vacancies 1 General Summary
Develops, implements and evaluates recruitment and outreach activities, strategies and programs to recruit, admit and enroll students to an assigned department at the University.
Major Duties
- Develops, implements and oversees strategic plans to recruit students with an emphasis on recruitment and retention. Recommends admissions policies, procedures and outreach activities.
- Builds and maintains relationships with other University offices, departments and external stakeholders to represent programs and departments at various college outreach events.
- Develops and implements outreach programs, including marketing strategies and maintaining marketing material such as the website in order to promote programs and activities that are consistent with enrollment goals.
- Assists in student retention by developing and implementing retention strategies and mentoring to ensure successful completion of programs.
- Assesses enrollment and retention trends and results. Collaborates with the department to set goals and develop strategies to meet goals and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
- One year's relevant experience.
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state.
- Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
Desired Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants
- External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
- Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
Additional Position Information
- Finalist will be required to successfully complete computer literacy, customer service skills, proof reading, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Teams skills assessments.
- Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation
- Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
Physical requirements and working conditions
- Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
- Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution?
Yes
No
- Do you have one year of relevant experience?
Yes
No
- Do you have strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills?
Yes
No
- Do you have the ability to travel in-state and out-of-state?
Yes
No
- Are you able to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
Optional Documents