Assistant Director, Enrollment and Recruitment, Cornell Tech

Company: Cornell University
Location: New York
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.As part of the university's comprehensive vaccination program, all Cornell employees are required to have and provide proof of an FDA-or WHO-authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption, regardless of their role and work location.New hires are required to provide documentation showing full vaccination status (that is, completion of two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine or one shot of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson) before their first day of work. If a new hire's vaccination is not complete or information is not received by their start date, the first day of work will be delayed. It is possible in some cases that an offer of employment may be withdrawn.For additional information on Cornell's Vaccination Compliance Program click here.Cornell Tech is a new graduate campus of Cornell University that brings together faculty, students, business leaders and tech entrepreneurs in a catalytic environment to reinvent the way we live in the digital age. A hallmark of Cornell Tech is a rapid pace of change and growth, which serve as opportunities to pursue excellence and improvement, not merely scale. We iterate to learn quickly from our activities and to improve our programs and ways of working. We further expect our organizational structure to continue to change, given the pace of our activities and programs and our iterative learning process. We see Cornell Tech serving as a model organization for our students, demonstrating the operations of a highly effective, dynamic, information-age organization.The Enrollment and Admissions team at Cornell Tech is charged with attracting, selecting, and matriculating the highest caliber of diverse students into the campus' graduate programs. Reporting to the Director of Enrollment and Admissions, we seek an experienced Assistant Director to play a critical role in growing and evolving the enrollment management strategy at Cornell Tech. This role's primary focus is on serving as a technical and operations support for Cornell Tech's technical programs including the Jacobs Technion-Cornell Dual MS Degree Programs, but they will also support digital activities including social media activities across all master's degree programs.Responsibilities will include:Create and maintain current data sets for admissions-related, student recruitment and current student data to align key metrics of student outcomes. Create statistical reports, modeling and projecting application volume in collaboration with the Director.Create and maintain an enrollment & student data dashboards via SLATE that measure progression key metrics and goals;Support digital and social media activities via various platforms including LinkedIn and Twitter across all programs at Cornell Tech;Manage web updates for master's programs and admissions-related webpages in collaboration with Strategic Communications team and Ithaca-based marketing teams. Manage and produce print/digital marketing materials.Cultivate relationships and collaborate with other academic units at the university, college and department levels which includes but is not limited to Institutional Resource and Planning (IRP),Cornell Information Technologies (CIT), College of Engineering (COE), Computing and Information Science (CIS), S.C. Johnson School of Management, and Cornell Law School to maintain effective reporting capability;Work collaboratively with associate deans and faculty program directors to oversee the operations of the admissions process, ensuring excellence in organization and communication of admissions policies.Work with faculty, as a member of the Admissions Committee, to ensure effective evaluation of applications, interviews and recommendations for admissions decisions.Provide insight and guidance on selection, scholarships and yield, as well as coordinating and assessing admissions criteria to develop an effective recruiting plan.Collaborate on the creation and implementation of marketing efforts via event planning, digital initiatives, information sessions and alumni engagement, intended to cultivate and matriculate the incoming class.Some travel is required along with evening and weekend hours.Percentage Breakdown of Responsibilities:20% Marketing35% Admissions Processing30% Recruiting10% Data Management and Reporting5% As needed support to other departmentsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree and at least 3-5 years of applicable professional experience in data science, higher education or research administration may be considered.Experience with quantitative, market-based approach to planning recruitment activities and exceptional oral and written communication skills are necessary.Experience developing new tools for capturing and evaluating data, and ability to effectively communicate data analysis results to a diverse audience required.The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills in data management; a thorough understanding of how to gather, codify and analyze data to create reports and projections to inform management decision-making; proven technical skills; in-depth experience in data integrity and the implementation and usage of systems which store, process and retrieve data;Familiarity within an academic and/or research environment; the ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion; and a demonstrated track record of taking initiative, being proactive, and remaining flexible and resilient.Very strong organizational skills and follow-through as well as the ability to work collaboratively across teams.A clear understanding of, or the ability to understand, higher education issues, and commitment to excellence and customer service.A commitment to and evidence of designing and implementing marketing and recruitment strategies to attract and enroll a diverse student population.Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, preferably in the context of working with student populations, is required. Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a high-paced team environment and meet deadlines.Ability to negotiate and advocate effectively and tactfully. Ability to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining confidentiality and discretion.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster's degree in a relevant or related field; and/or additional work experience is preferred.Professional experience in the higher education and/or admissions and recruitment context, particularly in technical graduate programs, is strongly preferred but not required.Experience with SLATE or other CRM as well as familiarity with social media campaigns via various platforms including LinkedIn and Twitter is preferred.Visa sponsorship not available for this position.University Job Title:Admissions Associate IIIJob Family:Student ServicesLevel:GPay Rate Type:SalaryCompany:EndowedContact Name:Julie DelayNumber of Openings:0Job Titles and Pay Ranges:To learn more about Cornell's non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see Career Navigator. The final rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:Prior relevant work or industry experience.Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.Unique applicable skills.Current Employees:If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to Workday using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell.Online Submission Guidelines:Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by "dragging and dropping" them into the dropbox or by using the "upload" icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website.Employment Assistance:For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at equity@cornell.edu.Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also visit the office of Workforce Recruitment and Retention Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. to use a dedicated workstation to complete an online application.Notice to Applicants:Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.EEO Statement:Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.2022-06-23-07:00

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