RECRUITING AND ADMISSIONS MANAGER

Req #: 238710

Department: SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNANCE

Appointing Department Web Address: https://evans.uw.edu/

Job Location Detail: Work will be conducted in Parrington Hall with opportunities for a hybrid work schedule. Some evening/weekend program support will be required.

Posting Date: 09/11/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $4,506 - $6,300 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf )


Although open until filled, priority application date is September 26, 2024.


As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, is dedicated to enhancing the capacity of leaders and managers in the public, nonprofit, and private sectors. We are guided by our purpose to inspire public service and democratize public policy by advancing a mission of educating leaders, generating knowledge, and hosting communities to co-create solutions to pressing societal problems, driven by values of equity, service, and courage. In the spirit of public service, the Evans School’s approach to policy and management education is rigorous, hands-on, and professionally relevant. Acting professionally within the school is reflected by being consistent with these values.

We are currently implementing an array of impactful learning programs for professionals and will be continuing to broaden that array. We seek applicants for this position who are committed to these principles and whose experiences have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion and have given them the confidence to fully engage with audiences from a wide spectrum of backgrounds.

The Evans School of Public Policy & Governance has an outstanding opportunity for a

Recruiting and Admissions Manager

to join the Student Affairs team, which serves nearly 500 students, across the MPA (Master of Public Administration), EMPA (Executive Master s in Public Administration) and PhD programs as well as our minor, micro credential, and certificate programs


Duties And Responsibilities


The Recruiting and Admissions Manager will work in a small and collaborative team to enroll diverse cohorts of highly qualified students to the Evans School. The Recruiting and Admissions Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing recruitment activities, and advising and counseling prospective students across our programs. The Recruiting and Admissions Manager reports to the Director of Admissions and works closely with all members of the Admissions and Student Services staff, as well as providing support to faculty, prospective and current students, and visitors

Outreach & Recruitment: (75%) FTE

• Execute and manage the recruitment strategy for prospective student engagement alongside the Director of Admissions to attract and enroll diverse candidates across the school’s educational programs.
• Support efforts to build a pipeline of diverse students from community organizations and other campus and community partners throughout the region and country, including the Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) program.
• Counsel and advise prospective students on Evans School degrees, minor, micro-credential, and certificate programs and the fit with their professional goals. Use a deep understanding of the programs to guide prospective candidates through all stages of the process – from initial inquiry through matriculation.
• Work with the Director of Admissions, Director of Professional Learning Programs, and faculty Program Directors, to develop and present information sessions and application workshops to prospective students.
• Develop and manage the Evans Student Ambassador Program. Advise student ambassadors on how to promote Evans, share their experiences and give advice to prospective students.
• Lead the planning of major recruitment events, such as, Prospective Student Open House and Admitted Student Open House.
• Respond to a high volume of inquiries about topics such as program fees, financial aid, curriculum, career services provided, informational events, the application process, etc.
• Represent the programs at career fairs, recruiting events, and meetings in the Pacific Northwest and across the US.
• Stay current on recruiting strategies and trends, benchmark activities against other programs, and share knowledge and best practices learned with team members.
• Identify and undertake special projects and other duties as needed in support of the educational programs.Admissions & New Student Onboarding: (25%FTE)
• Implement and administer the admission application process and policies as determined by the Director of Admissions.
• Maintain communication with candidates as they move through the admissions process.
• Review and evaluate applications for admission and provide input into admission decisions, including fellowship awards.
• Prepare admission decision materials and convey admissions decisions to candidates in the Graduate School’s MyGrad Program and programs’ CRM system.
• Participate in the execution of new student onboarding and orientation activities and events as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to execute the development and delivery of all marketing and communication materials for prospective, admitted, and incoming students.
• Hire and manage student employees supporting the recruiting, marketing, and admissions activities of the programs MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in any field or equivalent
• Two to three years of experience in an admissions/advising/counseling capacity in an educational or non-profit setting or related field. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Demonstrated organizational skills related to continuous quality improvement.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills; an awareness of cultural differences; demonstrated experience and ability to communicate effectively.
• Professional demeanor and ability to effectively interact with a broad community of faculty, industry partners, other staff, students.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience working with individuals from different cultural, ethnic, geographic, and experiential backgrounds.
• Attention to detail, ability to think strategically and creatively, gather appropriate input, and act decisively. CONDITITONS OF EMPLOYMENT Work will be conducted in Parrington Hall with opportunities for a hybrid work schedule. Some evening/weekend program support will be required. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
  
  

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.