Classification Title  |  Managing Director
Associate Director of Admissions for Application Processing/Evaluation
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The MSU Office of Admissions is hiring an Associate Director of Application Processing. This position is currently open online at https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/16920. The position plays an integral leadership role within the Office of Admissions and aids in the Office of Admissions continuing to meet their aggressive enrollment goals. The salary range is $62,000 - $72,000, commensurate with experience, education and qualifications. Any interested parties are encouraged to apply before the review date of July 22, 2019. 

Brief Position Overview  |  
The Office of Admissions at Montana State University is responsible for a wide variety of initiatives, strategies, and programs which have a vital impact on Montana State University’s success in meeting and surpassing aggressive new undergraduate enrollment goals. Primary areas of responsibility within the office include undergraduate pipeline development, marketing, recruitment, application processing, transfer evaluation/articulation, residency determination, new student scholarship marketing/optimization and orientation for new undergraduate students at Montana State University. The person in this position directly supervises eight Application Evaluators who handle undergraduate application evaluation/processing, transfer credit evaluation/articulation, and residency determination. It is essential for the person in this position to possess strong managerial skills and to utilize well-developed communication and technical skills, along with innovative tactics to ensure undergraduate enrollment success.
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Department  |  Admissions
Division  |  Division of Student Success
Appointment Type  |  Professional
Contract Term |  Fiscal Year


More information  |  ​https://jobs.montana.edu/postings/16920. 

Associate Director of Enrollment
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POSITION TITLE:  Associate Director of Enrollment Management
DEPARTMENT: Enrollment Management
REPORTS TO: Director of Enrollment Management
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Assistant Director of Recruiting, Student Success Specialist, Admissions Specialist, Student Ambassadors, Student Employees
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SUMMARY OF WORK:  The Associate Director provides vision, leadership, and implementation for enrollment services.  The Associate Director leads her/his team in providing students with a seamless integrated service experience that is efficient and effective in a manner that is student-centered and reflective of the College’s mission and values.  Under the supervision of the Director of Enrollment Management, this position works collaboratively with the Director of Financial Aid, the Registrar, members of the faculty, and the Athletics Department to create a shared commitment to enrollment goals and active participation in accomplishing the Colleges’ strategic initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 
The above knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Masters in Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field, with 3 years of enrollment management experience in community college
• Excellent team leadership and management skills, including ability to motivate, build consensus, evaluate performance, and facilitate training and professional development.
• Ability to Maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated high quality oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills/technology skills including experience with web-based student services environments and student information systems. Ellucian Banner experience preferred.
• Excellent sales experience and consumer relations background.
• Ability to travel between campuses and work evening and weekends, as necessary.

COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:

• Completed Dawson Community College application
• Current resume
• Cover Letter
• Copies of college transcripts (original transcripts required, if hired)
• Three professional references (names, email addresses, and phone numbers).

INQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO:
Human Resources Department
hr@dawson.edu
406-377-9412
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Here is the link to the job description: https://dawson.edu/news/2019/06/07/associate-director-of-enrollment/

• New Student Specialist
• Enrollment Services Counselor:  Recruitment Specialist

 
The positions can be found at:  https://employment.msubillings.edu/

​Located in Montana's largest city, MSU Billings is a comprehensive regional university with an enrollment of near 5,000 students. It has more than 80 academic programs in five colleges that provide certificate, two-year, four-year and master's degree education. MSU Billings employs approximately 500 employees, who together work hard to create an outstanding University.
It is one of four universities in the MSU system that serves students and the state through campuses in Bozeman, Billings, Havre and Great Falls.

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Director of Admissions

Rocky Mountain College, a small, liberal-arts based institution located in Billings, Montana is seeking to hire a dynamic, innovative, and forward thinking Director of Admissions. Reporting to the Dean of Enrollment, the Director of Admissions is responsible for the enhancement and implementation of marketing and recruitment strategies to achieve enrollment goals for the institution, while directly supervising a staff of recruitment professionals. The Director will provide vision, leadership, and guidance while implementing strategies to attract, recruit, and enroll a highly qualified, and talented undergraduate student body, focusing on the recruitment and yield activities associated with new, firstyear and transfer undergraduates.

Key Duties and Responsibilities 
• Assist in the development of a formalized, growth-oriented recruitment plan reflective of RMC’s mission, strategic plan, and applicant populations within a competitive marketplace. • Use research and information technologies to conduct market analysis, develop new markets and analyze recruitment initiatives. • Provide oversight of college-wide recruitment strategies and admissions policies. • Oversee the implementation of the Admissions communication plan. • Oversee college outreach and yielding efforts to continuously engage students throughout the admissions funnel. • Provide oversight of application review practices. • Prepare and present recruitment reports and analysis including institutional annual reports and reports on key performance indicators. • Maintain positive working relations with academic and student support offices including Financial Aid, Student Life, Residence Life, the Registrar, Business, and Student Accounts.  • Supervise Admissions Office staff. • Manage admissions travel recruitment including: Oversight of travel schedules, development and progress toward travel recruitment goals, policy, and best practices. 

Education and Experience 
• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. • Minimum of five to seven years of experience in higher education or related fields. • Ability to think critically, strategically, and creatively about the enrollment management process. • Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. • Experience working Student Information Systems, as well as strong computer literacy and familiarity and comfort with spreadsheets and databases. • Demonstrated success in managing teams to reach established goals. • Experience with data reporting and analysis for enrollment management decision-making 
Benefits include health, vision, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability insurance, vacation and sick leave accrual benefits. 
 
To apply, submit letter of interest, resume, a list of 3 references, and the Rocky Mountain College application (go to www.rocky.edu and click on Resources, then Office & Departments, then Human Resources, then Employment Opportunities) via email at jobs @rocky.edu or mail to:  Human Resources, Rocky Mountain College, 1511 Poly Drive, Billings, MT 59102.  Position is open until filled.  AA/EOE 

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ADMISSION COUNSELOR
 
Carroll College, a Catholic, Liberal Arts College, in Helena, MT, is seeking an energetic and creative Admission Counselor.  Responsibilities include promotion of the College through high school visitations and college day/night programs; planning and implementation of a comprehensive 12-month recruitment strategy to prospective students; assisting with campus visitations for prospective students and parents (both on and off campus); developing relationships with high school counselors and related personnel; establishing and maintaining positive relationships with parents and alumni.
 
A Bachelor's degree, the ability to articulate the value of a Catholic, liberal arts education to prospective students and parents, have a willingness to travel extensively (including nights and weekends), excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills are required. The candidate must also have the ability to relate to and demonstrate enthusiasm to engage, motivate, excite and entice young people to attend Carroll College; exhibit professionalism, familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and possess a valid driver’s license.  Candidate must be able to support the College’s mission statement, work independently and in a team environment and be goal-oriented. 
 
Approximate start date is June 1, 2019.  For priority consideration, please submit a letter of interest, resume, a list of three professional references, and a response to Carroll’s mission statement electronically to employment@carroll.edu by April 12, 2019.  EOE.

ADMISSIONS REPRESENTATIVE

​Department: Admissions
Position: Full-time
Wage: $12.750 – $15.938 per hour plus complete benefit package
Union Affiliation: MFPE
Posting Date: March 2019

Description
The University of Montana Western is searching for an admissions representative I. This position is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of qualified and talented students.
Responsibilities include extensive traveling to high schools and college fairs; primarily in the West and Northwest states, interviewing prospective students, building relationships with families, public speaking, application review and follow-up, coordination of campus visit programs, database management and other admissions-related duties. This position reports to the Director of Admissions.

Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and a valid driver’s license are required. A demonstrated ability to meet goals and substantive involvement with university life or other university related work experience (or equivalent customer service, database management and event planning experience) is required.

Preferred Qualifications
A working knowledge of the block schedule (Experience One), the environment of southwest Montana and the majors offered at Montana Western is preferred. The successful candidate should have excellent demonstrated abilities: in building and maintaining working relationships with college-aged students, data entry within the Banner program, working knowledge of Windows Suite especially Access and Excel databases, and organization of on and off campus activities and projects. Experience in an admissions office is also preferred.

Application
To be considered for this position, please submit a letter of application addressing all of the job qualifications, a current resume, a photocopy of your valid driver’s license, contact information for three professional references and a State of Montana Employment Application https://w.umwestern.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/State-Application.pdf

Patti Lake
Payroll & Benefits Supervisor
The University of Montana Western
710 South Atlantic Street
Dillon, MT 59725
Patricia.lake@umwestern.edu
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For additional information contact Matt Allen, Director of Admissions at (406) 683-7450 or by email at matt.allen@umwestern.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

https://w.umwestern.edu/section/admissions-representative-i/

Dawson Community College
Position Opening For:

TITLE:  Assistant Director of Housing Operations and Community Engagement
DEPARTMENT:  Student Affairs
DIVISION: Housing and Student Life
STATUS: Exempt, Full-time, 12-months
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Associate Dean of Student Success
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:   Student Employees, Work Study Students, Resident Assistants, Student Life Assistants, Campus Safety Assistants
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JOB SUMMARY
At Dawson Community College, we are committed to a whole-student experience and are looking for an energetic person to join our team as the Assistant Director of Housing Operations and Community Engagement.  In this position, your job is to make DCC a home away from home for resident students and to foster an engaging student life experience for the whole student body. If you want to have a positive impact on the success of our students, then this job is for you!
Reporting to the Associate Dean of Student Success, the Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing student housing and a student-focused residential and campus wide student life program. This position has immediate supervision of Resident Assistants, Student Life Assistants, volunteer coordinators, student employees, work-study students and other residential student leaders.
The Assistant Director is tasked with creating a welcoming and a safe residential experience for students living on campus. This includes supervising and maintaining student housing; training and supervising Resident Assistants (RAs); following the standards of the Housing Handbook and Student Code of Conduct; engaging conflict mediation skills; and knowledge of mental health referrals.  The Assistant Director also assists in compiling data for all Clery/Title IX/VAWA and related Federal Guidelines that fall under Residence Life, Student Affairs, and campus safety. The Assistant Director together with RAs, provide 24/7 monitoring of all housing facilities for safety or security concerns, coordinate with local law enforcement and fire department, and address any violations of the student housing handbook.
The Assistant Director will design and implement engaging co-curricular, non-credit programs and activities focused on building leadership capacity and a vibrant, inclusive student body. Through the development and enforcement of clear and transparent policies and strategies, the Assistant Director evaluates and establishes programs and events, recommends and implements changes and administers policy development. Further, the Assistant Director maintains a visible professional presence on campus and is actively engaged in the creation and support of several large scale campus-wide events; serves as a role model and facilitator to student leaders; implements co-curricular leadership; promotes student and organizational excellence; and advocates on behalf of student leaders and organizations. This position is charged with being a programmatic liaison to the Associate Dean of Student Success for areas, including but not limited, to intramurals, library programming, student life programming, athletic department, student clubs and other student engagement programs including the First Year Experience.
The responsibilities of the position require the person to be available for varied hours; office hours and on-call 24/7.  Therefore a furnished, two bedroom apartment located within the in the residence complex will be provided, including all utilities, Internet, cable TV and local phone. Food service and a cell phone are also included.
EMPLOYMENT WITH DAWSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Employees at Dawson Community College are required to demonstrate kindness, respect, integrity, professionalism, and caring regard. We adhere to the highest ethical standards in the fulfillment of our jobs, to honor the College and university policies and procedures and to promote the educational objectives of the institution. Respect creates an atmosphere conducive to learning. Respect, in this sense, is a minimum threshold for our interactions with each other. A higher threshold is a “caring regard” for the people with whom we work.
Professionalism at DCC includes being mindful of our actions when working with students, colleagues, co-workers and our community members. Respect and “caring regard” for those with whom we share the common purpose of serving students is a paramount value. Professionalism and respect for others is an expected part of DCC job performance.
Employees at Dawson Community College support and promote a positive image of Dawson Community College.
More Information @
https://dawson.edu/news/2019/02/08/assistant-director-of-housing-operations-and-community-engagement/

Miles Community College
Job Title: Admissions Counselor
Department: Student Services
Job Status: Full Time
Amount of Travel Required: 50% - 75%
Reports To: Director of Financial Aid and Admissions; Dean of Enrollment Management and Educational Support Services

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Responsible for promotion of the College through high school visitations, college fairs, and career fairs.
 Visit all high schools assigned per recruitment plan and develop relationships with high school counselors and related personnel.
 Assist with the planning and implementation of a comprehensive 12-month recruitment strategy for prospective students which includes creating and working toward targeted enrollment goals.
 Knowledge of all academic programs offered through Miles Community College including all continuing education and workforce development initiatives and be able to relay the information to potential students, parents, counselors, community agencies, and other interested parties.
 Assist prospective students in navigating the college’s admissions and advising process. This includes assisting these prospective students in identifying resources on the College campus that would include student support services, academic advising, financial aid counseling, and Veteran’s benefits assistance.
 Assist Marketing Coordinator with maintenance of social media used for recruiting purposes.  Compile admissions packets and other promotional materials used for recruiting.
 Create and generate recruiting mailings and coordinate prospect management using Access, Excel, and Banner. This will include compiling and reporting prospect data to supervisors.
 Provide campus tours, facilitate student/parent question and answer sessions, and assist families with the admissions process to include first semester advisement.
 Plan and administrate all Campus Preview Days.
 In conjunction with the Director of Financial Aid and Admissions, organize and facilitate student recruitment events for special populations of students, including adult learners.
 Advise Student Ambassador Program.
 Assist with facilitation of Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) sessions and advise new students.
 Assist with the planning of Welcome Wagon and participate in Welcome Wagon weekend.
 Fulfill recruitment responsibilities per recruitment plan which includes managing and executing communication plans.
 Organize and supervise the College's fair booths per recruitment plan.
 Organize and supervise the College's annual Bucking Horse Parade entry.
 Serve on selected college committees as requested.
 Must be able to work evening hours and occasional weekends. Significant travel, including overnight travel, required.
 Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid and Admissions, Dean of Enrollment Management, and Miles Community College President.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s)
 Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
 Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
 Business Acumen - Understands basic business practices.
 Change Management - Communicates changes effectively.
 Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
 Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
 Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
 Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments.
 Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
 Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.
 Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent action.
 Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
 Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Improves processes, products and services.
 Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values
 Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
 Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
 Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
 Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
 Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
 Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly.
 Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Degree must be from an accredited institution.
Experience: Show experience and knowledge in regard to the organization and development of recruitment plans.

• Demonstrate proven skills in sales, database management, Microsoft Office software, and communications to include written and verbal presentations, phone exchanges, and electronic correspondence.
  
• Banner experience preferred. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software experience preferred.
  
• Other Requirements Good physical condition and able to project a positive image.
  
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
  
• Ability to travel long distances, drive at night and in inclement weather, lift 40 pounds, and present oneself in a professional manner.
  
• Ability to obtain a passport. 

New Student Specialist

ABOUT
Responsible for providing information to prospective students. Duties include working to build relationships with students, high school counselors, teachers and others on an information-sharing basis. Responsible for processing official documents as needed, data entry and assisting with on-campus programs including representing MSU-Northern at university and community events. Provide campus tours to prospective students and their families. Assist prospective students through application, admission, and first semester course enrollment.
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Department
Admissions, Office of Student Success

Benefits Eligible
Yes
Compensation
Annual Salary $32,000

RESPONSIBILITIES
​Responsible for providing information to prospective students. Duties include working to build relationships with students, high school counselors, teachers and others on an information-sharing basis. Responsible for processing official documents as needed, data entry and assisting with on-campus programs including representing MSU-Northern at university and community events. Provide campus tours to prospective students and their families. Assist prospective students through application, admission, and first semester course enrollment.

1. Provide accurate information to prospective, admitted and current students including programs, admission requirements, scholarship information, and residence life.
2. Coordinate and conduct high school visits and other opportunities to meet prospective students.
3. Schedule travel arrangements.
4. Perform computer functions to extract data from Banner and Radius.
5. Conduct campus tours for individuals or groups and meet with campus visitors.
6. Assist new students through application and admission processes.
7. Register new freshman students for their first semester of classes.
8. Represent Northern at campus and community events.
9. Attend college fairs.
10. Initiate and maintain contact with all prospective students by phone and email.
11. Develop relationships with students, high school counselors, teachers and industry partners.
12. Travel extensively from August until May. Most travel is by car, some air travel may be required. 
13. Help with any other areas of MSU-Northern’s recruiting plan not specifically mentioned above.
Additional Duties
1. Use Banner for data processing.
2. Use Radius for Student Contact Management
3. Work with other departments on campus to keep current about information presented to prospective students.
4. Committee assignments.
5. Special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Knowledge or experience using Banner
2. Knowledge or experience using Hobsons Radius or similar CRM 
3. Experience working with students in admissions, recruiting, residence life, student senate, orientation, or other campus and student organizations 
4. Experience planning and coordinating projects
5. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
6. Experience in making presentations to large groups
7. Sales experience

The Successful Candidate Will:
1. Have excellent organizational skills
2. Be ability to relate well with people
3. Have good communication skills
4. Be self-motivated
5. Be flexible
6. Be team oriented

Special Requirements:
1. Lift up to 50 lbs.
2. Office environment, extensive time spent in automobile, road and weather conditions while driving and staying in motels

For the full position listing, and to apply, visit: 
https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/1612