Temporary Director of Recruitment

Ball State University welcomes applications for a Temporary Director of Recruitment.

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The Teachers College Director of Recruitment will lead the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of on-campus and off-campus outreach and recruitment efforts focused on the enrollment of students in educator preparation programs. Partner with Admissions, the Associate Director of Admissions for Community Outreach, the Director of the Office of Retention and Graduation, and departments within Teachers College and other colleges to develop a marketing strategy designed to recruit and retain students. Recruit, select, and supervise a group of student leaders to assist with outreach and recruitment activities.

Bachelor's degree in education or closely related field from an accredited institution, obtained by date of appointment.

Experience in recruitment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively; adept at using technologies in education; and ability to work independently within changing deadlines.

Master's degree in education or closely related field from an accredited institution.

University teaching and recruiting experience; administrative experience.

Advising and Recruiting Center Secretary and Receptionist

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Travel to high schools throughout the state with a focus on recruiting educator preparation students, meet parents and students at local "college nights," speak at local "career days," attend local, regional, and statewide recruiting events; attend appropriate professional meetings where potential educator preparation majors can be recruited. Attend conferences to learn about effective recruiting practices. Represent the Teachers College at IDOE-sponsored, recruiting-focused events, training, and collaboration. Overnight travel and participation in weekend recruiting events.

Collaborate with departments and colleges to coordinate on-campus recruiting events.

Develop and implement creative strategies to recruit potential educator preparation students using social media, print media, technology, and other cutting-edge activities and events. Monitor Counselortalk listserv and post timely information about recruiting events and efforts at Ball State.

Collaborate with the Welcome Center to host Campus Visits for prospective students. Provide information regarding admissions requirements and program benefits for prospective educator preparation students and parents via phone, email, and personal visits; follow up with email or calls as appropriate.

Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the major requirements and courses offered for all undergraduate programs within the teacher preparation programs. Work with Marketing & Communications, Online & Strategic Learning, Teachers College advisors, department chairs, and program directors to design, review, and update program recruiting materials. Work with secretary to select and stock promotional items, brochures, handouts, and folders for recruiting events.

Recruit, select, and supervise a group of student leaders to assist with outreach, recruitment, and retention activities.

Supervise graduate assistants and Advising and Recruiting Center Secretary and Receptionist.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.