Long Island University
Title: Director of National Recruitment
Department: Admissions (Post)
Campus: Brookville, New York
Hiring Manager: Sara Panarelli
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President of Admissions, the Director of National Recruitment is responsible for the overall outreach, recruitment and admission of prospective undergraduate student outside the New York/Tri-State area. This position works collaboratively with colleagues across the division of Enrollment Management and University to recruit, review, select, and yield an undergraduate class and supervise our regional recruitment team.
Principal Responsibilities: • Oversee the daily operation of the National Recruitment and effectively manage, and evaluate professional and paraprofessional staff.
• Meet enrollment goals and objectives by creating and implementing a comprehensive national student recruitment plan that includes; high school and college fairs and on-sites, on-campus visits and tours, admissions open houses and events, and digital marketing and communication strategies.
• Develop the University's national marketing and recruitment strategy by deciding which schools to target for recruitment; formulating recruitment goals for each visit; analyzing and reporting on effectiveness of recruitment activities; evaluating and recommending whether to consider targeting specific regions, or schools, in the future. • Design a robust road travel schedule that ensures national exposure and highlights key programs and regions. • Collect and utilize data to inform decision making into student enrollment pipelines and potential opportunities.
• Compile a comprehensive recruitment schedule for assigned territory and high schools once each semester for fall and spring recruitment • Foster relationships with school counselors; participate in regional counseling associations; make presentations to school and community groups on behalf of Long Island University. • Develop and monitor a prospective student communication plan • Provide weekly reports on admissions team progress, outreach efforts, and enrollment projections. • Maintain annual national event calendar for each recruitment cycle • Oversee the maintenance and distribution of all admissions material in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Director. • Ensure all Admissions websites, forms, and other resources are updated at all times. • Collaborate with Directors of Freshman Admissions and Director of Transfer Admissions to enhance recruitment efforts with primary and secondary market schools • Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Admissions.
Education Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree required, Master's preferred
Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience: • Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point. Previous experience using CRM, PeopleSoft, or Image Now systems is preferred. • Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills. • Ability to handle multiple assignments and responsibilities at the same time • Strong customer service skills and experience • Knowledge of international admissions and immigration policies
Working Conditions:
• Participate in high schools visits and other off-campus events as needed.
• Occasional travel to Long Island University campuses for events, trainings, etc.
Materials and Equipment:
• Computer, telephone, copier and fax
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.
Campus: Brookville, New York
Hiring Manager: Sara Panarelli
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President of Admissions, the Director of National Recruitment is responsible for the overall outreach, recruitment and admission of prospective undergraduate student outside the New York/Tri-State area. This position works collaboratively with colleagues across the division of Enrollment Management and University to recruit, review, select, and yield an undergraduate class and supervise our regional recruitment team.
Principal Responsibilities: • Oversee the daily operation of the National Recruitment and effectively manage, and evaluate professional and paraprofessional staff.
• Meet enrollment goals and objectives by creating and implementing a comprehensive national student recruitment plan that includes; high school and college fairs and on-sites, on-campus visits and tours, admissions open houses and events, and digital marketing and communication strategies.
• Develop the University's national marketing and recruitment strategy by deciding which schools to target for recruitment; formulating recruitment goals for each visit; analyzing and reporting on effectiveness of recruitment activities; evaluating and recommending whether to consider targeting specific regions, or schools, in the future. • Design a robust road travel schedule that ensures national exposure and highlights key programs and regions. • Collect and utilize data to inform decision making into student enrollment pipelines and potential opportunities.
• Compile a comprehensive recruitment schedule for assigned territory and high schools once each semester for fall and spring recruitment • Foster relationships with school counselors; participate in regional counseling associations; make presentations to school and community groups on behalf of Long Island University. • Develop and monitor a prospective student communication plan • Provide weekly reports on admissions team progress, outreach efforts, and enrollment projections. • Maintain annual national event calendar for each recruitment cycle • Oversee the maintenance and distribution of all admissions material in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Director. • Ensure all Admissions websites, forms, and other resources are updated at all times. • Collaborate with Directors of Freshman Admissions and Director of Transfer Admissions to enhance recruitment efforts with primary and secondary market schools • Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Admissions.
Education Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree required, Master's preferred
Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience: • Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point. Previous experience using CRM, PeopleSoft, or Image Now systems is preferred. • Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills. • Ability to handle multiple assignments and responsibilities at the same time • Strong customer service skills and experience • Knowledge of international admissions and immigration policies
Working Conditions:
• Participate in high schools visits and other off-campus events as needed.
• Occasional travel to Long Island University campuses for events, trainings, etc.
Materials and Equipment:
• Computer, telephone, copier and fax
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.