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Description

OUR UNIVERSITY

Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas- Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona (Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin (Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland Park, Kansas.

Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for administration of an effective community recruitment program and associated processes which are aligned with Ottawa University’s student centric philosophy.  Responsible for developing relationships and measureable qualified student leads through feeder schools and/or corporate/community partnerships for our online markets specifically. Also, provides support to the overall community and corporate relations strategy. Maintains relationships established as a Community Development Executive, within a specific community or vertical, and refines/develops these relationships toward building meaningful and enrollment partnerships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are essential to effective outcomes in this role):

• Provides daily support of comprehensive community relations strategy.
• Coordinates campus outreach strategy, working in conjunction with department/campus leaders and other Community Development Executives.  Expands on, and further develops these relationships toward meaningful enrollment partnerships.
• Responsible for development, implementation, tracking, and assessment of organized plans for recruiting new students and cultivating relationships with key external constituents.  Remains in communication with key external constituents to ensure the continuation or expansion of these relationships.
• Responsible for formalizing strategic alliances with specific academic programs/schools to create streamlined pathways from associate’s to bachelor’s to master’s degree.
• Responsible for identifying and coordinating opportunities for when additional Ottawa team members could support an Outreach function.
• Responsible for assuring the accuracy and appropriate distribution of campus marketing material.
• Responsible for scheduling student generating events on a weekly basis to ensure the campus/unit is on track to hit enrollment targets.
• Work with departmental/campus leaders to establish meaningful and measurable enrollment goals, and monitoring performance against those goals.  Responsible for generating a pre-determined number of targeted leads to meet term and annual enrollment goals.
• Maintains close working relations with supporting offices including financial aid, registrar’s office, business office and academic advisors to ensure a smooth and successful enrollment process for students and to provide accurate information and meet student expectations.
• Advises external constituents concerning University program options in relation to making the decision of which program(s) will most closely fit their background, strengths, needs, and preferences.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of all data pertaining to outreach activities into database.
• Prepares reports as requested (weekly/monthly/quarterly/annually) and/or as needed.
• Coordinates with Registrar to develop and maintain transfer guides and articulation agreements with feeder school partners.
• Represents OU to the external community through engagement in community events, civic organizations, and associations with the goal of increasing brand awareness and generating referrals for new student enrollment
• Occasionally calls graduation or community college lead lists.
• Other duties as assigned

STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS:

• Model and encourage collaboration among University departments assuring effective communication and operations.
• Understand the University’s policies and, procedures, and exercise good judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the University’s Code of Conduct and Ethics.
• Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism. Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff in a way that reflects positively on the University.
• Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
• Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within expectations of the University’s Diversity Statement.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION: (education based on essential job duties and requirements consistent with business necessity):
Bachelor’s Degree required.  Master’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: (experience based on requirements in role and are consistent with business necessity)
Minimum three years’ experience in recruiting or sales.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: List required and/or preferred certification, industry specific requirements, required or preferred use of equipment, and all necessary job skills, abilities, and knowledge competencies) Provide a list of items below:

• Customer Service orientation with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with leveraging a CRM tool to guide and track day-to-day activities
• Experience in developing professional contacts, relationships, and lead generation through personal contact, as well as contact via telephone and other electronic means
• Ability to facilitate resolution of problems; effectively meet time sensitive deadlines
• Must possess the skills to self-initiate and manage a diverse set of activities/duties with accuracy, organization and attention to detail
• Proficiency with a PC including, Word, Excel and student database systems
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and effectively manage time
• Effectively lead others toward closure/decisions

WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical attributes required to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation - examples: sitting, lifting #, bending, driving, environmental factors or elements, noise level, stairs in a building, or other factors that will affect working conditions). Provide a list of items below:

• Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work. This may involve some lifting, carrying, moving, pushing and/or pulling of objects/materials of light weight (15-20 pounds).
• Work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends.
• Articulate verbal communication with students, faculty and staff expected.
• Travel is expected.
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes - Travel Required

• If YES, list type and approximate percentage: 75-80%
• Responsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job duties (YES/NO): No