South Midwest HERC

Description:

Represents the University of Houston Undergraduate Admissions office to the public community through on-campus activities, in the surrounding communities in Houston, and throughout Texas as needed. Serves as a liaison to local high schools and community colleges and conducts interactive outreach through various channels of communication. Provides information to prospective students and advises applicants regarding the academic programs offered by the University or a specific department, including requirements for admission and retention through graduation.

1. Answers inbound phone and email inquiries to prospective students and stakeholders.
2. Provides general information to students.
3. Assists with campus visit events, campus tours, and special on-campus recruiting activities.
4. Assists with analyzing and processing admission applications, change of major forms, term changes, and serves on the individual review committee.
5. Maintains student files updated throughout their admission process and makes changes to records as necessary.
6. Establishes and maintains contact with the business, educational, and general community sectors to discuss and outline proper planning and procedure as they relate to recruitment and retention.
7. Recruits high school and community college students on and off-campus.
8. Conducts recruitment and campus visit presentations at special events.
9. Assists with recruitment territory management and visits to high schools and community colleges. 10. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of six (6) months of directly job-related experience.

Additional Job Posting Information:
- Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
- Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following:

• Higher Education experience, especially in undergraduate admissions.
• Service leadership skills including mutual respect, active listening, and responsiveness.
• Must be a multi-tasker, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to clearly interpret and implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact with all levels of internal and external constituents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

The following documents are required:

• Cover letter delineating the manner in which your work experience applies to the posting.
• Resume
• Salary History
• Transcript
• Three work references. The hiring department expects you to name current or past supervisors.

NOTE: We will maintain your confidentiality and notify you in advance of making contact with any of your references. References will be contacted only after the interviewing process has been completed.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.