Assistant Director of Admissions - Cullowhee, United States - Western Carolina University

Description

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number
EHRA845P

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Classification Title
Assistant Director

Working Title
Assistant Director of Admissions - #000223

Department
Admissions

Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with experience.

About WCU

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:

•2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.

•2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.

•2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary

This position may be based either on our main Cullowhee, NC campus or remotely in the Charlotte region. The final determination will be made based on the needs of the department and the location of the selected candidate.

The primary purposes of this position include:

1. Communicate with school and community college counselors, WCU counselors, WCU faculty and staff, prospective students and students' parents to promote Western's attributes and to counsel students as to the possibility of admittance to the University.
2. Manage a recruitment territory to maintain contact with community college counselors and students.
3. Plan special events, particularly those that relate to transfer recruitment.
4. Prepare and present public and interpersonal presentations to varied audiences to promote the university and higher education.
5. Review, determine eligibility and make decisions on applicants for admission.
6. Prepare appropriate written responses regarding admission, referral or denial of the applicants' application. Adhere to all FERPA guidelines when speaking with prospective students and students' parents.
7. Maintain a thorough knowledge of university, UNC General Administration, state and federal education programs and policies.
8. Represent the Office of Admission on special committees, projects, or events.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for immigration-related employer sponsorship.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's preferred

Position Type
Permanent Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week

Number of Months Per Year
12

Posting Text

Open Date
05/23/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered, you must apply online.

Applicants must attach a cover letter, resume, and list of references (include complete contact information) in order to complete the application process.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For questions or additional information, please contact Amanda Horne at

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit . Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call or email at

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.