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- Lead and mentor our admissions counselor team, fostering a collaborate and supportive environment.
- Manage the local recruitment territory and represent the university at college fairs, high school visits, and college nights.
- Cultivate strong relationships with prospective students and their families, providing accurate information about the university, financial aid opportunities, and academic programs.
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, ensuring a positive experience for all prospective students and stakeholders.
- Possess excellent communication, organizational, and time management abilities.
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Associate Director of Admissions - Rapid City, United States - South Dakota State
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Institution
South Dakota Mines
Working Title
Associate Director of Admissions
Posting Number
NFE02280P
Department
SDSMT-Admissions
Physical Location of Position (City)
Rapid City
Posting Text
The Office of Admissions at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology is excited to announce an opportunity for an Associate Director to join our dynamic admissions team.
As the Associate Director, you will work closely with the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management and other team members to shape and execute strategic recruitment programs that align with our university's enrollment goals. Your responsibilities will include supervising our admissions counselor team, managing the local recruitment territory, and serving as a backup to the Associate Vice President.
Key Responsibilities:
South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state's second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There's something for everybody
At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment.
Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.
Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at . Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at Review of applications will begin March 19, 2024. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Please attach a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references (include name, mailing and email address for each reference).
Posting Date
03/05/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
First Consideration Date
03/19/2024
Advertised Salary
$56,800 - $68,200 depending on education and experience
Duration of the Term
12 months
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Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Faculty Status
No
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
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This position requires
Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays, Valid Drivers License
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service.
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Cognitive Requirements
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Analyzing, Comprehend, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
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Physical Requirements
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Sensory Requirements
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Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
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