Agriculture & Business Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator - Marshall, United States - Southwest Minnesota State University

Description

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Working Title
Agriculture & Business Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator

Hire Types
Staff

Division
Academic and Student Affairs

Department
College of Business, Education and Professional Studies

Unit
Agriculture, Culinology and Hospitality Management

Location
Marshall, MN

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Full/Part Time
Full Time

FTE
1.0

Employment Condition
Unlimited

Work Shift

Work Schedule/Hours/Days

Posting Details

Salary Minimum

Salary Maximum

Salary Type
Hourly

Bargaining Unit/Plan
211, MSUAASF

Job Description

The Ag & Business Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator is responsible for recruitment of prospective students to the SMSU Agricultural & Business programs. The Coordinator is expected to communicate with a wide variety of audiences including but not limited to: SMSU's Athletic Department, Ag & Business Club Students, and Ag & Business Faculty, Admissions, local businesses, Ag & Business industry, government affiliations, non-profit organizations, current students, prospective students, parents, school counselors and K-12 schools. The coordinator will be expected to frame the method of communication appropriate toward each of the groups listed to influence positive change in the Agricultural & Business program at SMSU in both programing and student recruitment and retention numbers. This individual will engage in promotion, recruitment and retention activities aimed at establishing vibrant, successful, and sustainable Agriculture & Business Programs at SMSU.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural, Business, or related field.
• One year professional experience in admissions, communications or recruitment.
• Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects/events while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to make connections with outside stakeholders - students and/or organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, understand needs/concerns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree

Other Requirements

About

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.

Benefits Info

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
SMSU2021276P

Number of Vacancies
1

Re-posting
No

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
04/05/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Accept Applications

Special Instructions Summary

Posting Contact
SMSU Human Resources Department

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer. SMSU is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. SMSU does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Affirmative Action Office, For TTY communications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.