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Director of Admissions and Recruitment

Northeast Iowa Community College

1 Positions

ID: 53678

Posted On 09/30/2024

Job Overview

The Director of Admissions and Recruitment leads a team of Admission Representatives who play a pivotal role in shaping the student body at NICC and is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to attract and enroll a diverse student population. This role ensures a superior level of student service while also assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of recruitment and enrollment within an integrated enrollment model.

Coordinate recruitment efforts within and outside the NICC district, collaborating with the Executive Director of Enrollment Management to develop and manage an annual recruitment plan for the College. Facilitate engagement and routine outreach to prospective students including high school students, adults, military affiliated, athletes, international, underrepresented audiences, and other targeted groups. Lead the coordination of campus visit planning and logistics for prospective students, providing event management guidance to the recruitment team. Supervise and evaluate the performance of the admissions representative team. Prepare annual recruitment goals and monitor progress toward the goal. Collaborate with faculty and academic deans to stay aware of program demand and current market needs.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience leading multiple initiatives, projects, and diverse teams. The Director of Admissions and Recruitment will demonstrate inclusive and positive leadership, professionalism, and strong written and verbal communication skills while building a solid, cohesive team. Bachelor’s degree required. Experience in education, program supervision, and/or community relations strongly preferred. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire admissions staff to achieve goals and deliver exceptional service. Demonstrated knowledge of admissions processes, enrollment management strategies, and best practices in student recruitment. Experience using data analysis and technology tools to inform decision-making and improve recruitment outcomes. Flexibility to work outside regular office hours as needed for events and outreach activities.

Assist in developing and implementing the college’s marketing plan, including communication strategies for various market segments addressing prospective and returning students, program, and enrollment needs. Manage and stay current with the SEVIS system and admissions of international students, coordinating the I-20 process. Develop, implement, and adjust admissions and recruitment practices based on trends and current student demographics, incorporating technical innovations when possible. Provide input into the Strategic Enrollment Management Plan and execute initiatives related to recruitment. Lead and develop marketing project plans and requests associated with district recruitment and events. Manage the admissions budget and make recommendations to the Executive Director of Enrollment Management. Oversee the management of admissions waitlists for career and technical programs. Collaborate with the Director of College and Career Connection to establish consistent and effective Career Advising techniques, focusing on career advising and managing undecided inquiries and applicants. Serve as a key leader of the Student Services Director team to provide integrated, coordinated, and comprehensive student support services that effectively support student success. Participate in professional development and training to enhance skills. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Primary Contact

1725894511594

Nancy Creery

, Human Resources

Phone

Phone

Phone

Fax

creeryn@nicc.edu

Email

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Job Details

Categories

Education

Location

Peosta, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$61,100.00

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement


Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Company ID

1180

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20240930

End Date

20241028

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Northeast Iowa Community College

About the Company

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) serves the transfer, career and technical education needs of our region’s residents, businesses and industries in a district area that encompasses eight counties and approximately 5,000 sq. miles. More than 28,400 students enroll in Business and Community Solutions courses and academic certificate, diploma and degree programs every year. NICC offers associate’s degrees and general education courses that readily transfer to four-year colleges and universities, and state-of-the-art technology and lab areas that prepare students for high demand careers.

The College has two primary campuses in Peosta and Calmar, and seven service locations in Cresco, Dubuque, Manchester, New Hampton, Oelwein and Waukon, that offer convenient amenities, services, educational resources and computer labs for students.

As one of northeast Iowa’s largest employers, the College employs 680 faculty and staff members, and the average tenure of all part-time and full-time faculty is 12 years.

At Northeast Iowa Community College, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of academic excellence and community empowerment. We are committed to cultivating an environment where individuals from all walks of life feel respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.