Assistant Director of MBA Recruiting (Finance)

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Position Summary:

The Jones Graduate School of Business is a top-ranked graduate business school with full-time, professional evening and weekend, hybrid, executive, and on-line MBA programs.

The Assistant Director of Recruiting and Admissions will support the school's recruiting efforts to bring in and yield the best incoming class of students for the Full Time and Deferred enrollment MBA programs. The Assistant Director, along with the Executive Director and the Director of Recruiting, implements the strategic direction and objectives of the recruiting functions within the admissions department, which in turn supports the school's growth while simultaneously maintaining its culture and quality standards.

The Assistant Director is responsible for working with the admissions directors to complete the full cycle admissions process in support of the MBA programs. They will explore and implements practices and coordinates with the members of the Recruiting and Admissions team that allow the school to admit and yield the top talent to the Rice MBA family. The assistant director is responsible for not only the admission of students, but also helps execute the yield of the most talented students. The Assistant Director should have a good awareness of a professional role across industries and be able to consult with them discussing education and career aspirations.

Ideal Candidate Statement:

The ideal candidate will be a results-driven and highly-motivated individual contributor, yet able to work with a team of equally dedicated staff to bring in the best students for the MBA programs at the Jones Graduate School.

Workplace Requirements:

• This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration.
• Extensive travel could be necessary throughout the year to visit MBA forums, host receptions and recruit and interview potential applicants from outside of the Houston area.
• Some evening and weekend hours are required, including domestic and international recruitment travel. There are approximately 10 evening events and four weekend events per year. Travel additional.
• Must work with manager on daily work hours schedule to ensure the Recruiting and Admissions office is available to support prospects, candidates, and students.

Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change."

Hiring Range: Minimum Annual Salary - $50,000 commensurate with experience.

*Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of related experience
  • In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
• Valid Texas Driver's License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment) required with no more than three moving violations within the past 36 months and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past five years.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent reading comprehension skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of admission processes and programs
• Excellent interpersonal skills such as professionalism, collaborative, influencer and demonstrates cheerful and positive behaviors
• Good presentation skills

Preferences

• Related professional work experience in higher education admission, recruitment or administration, or experience in human resources, corporate recruiting, sales, or marketing
• Previous university recruiting and admissions office or administrative educational experience is highly desirable
• Previous experience in a fast-paced, high-functioning organization in the lead sales/recruiting role is also highly desirable
• Slate or other CRM experience
• Project management experience
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality, professional approach and positive attitude while working with diverse groups
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Requires the delicate handling of applicant concerns and strong human relation skills
• Ability to consult / advise Prospects throughout the cycle

Essential Functions

• Conducts market research of assigned territories
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with current and prospective students
• Responds to inquiries timely providing accurate information
• Conducts informational sessions for internal / external candidates on / off campus
• Works with other members of the admissions staff on projects related to communications, on-campus recruitment programs, internal training, general or targeted recruitment activities, or other projects as needed
• Reads, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding applications utilizing admissions rating system
• Ensures compliance with federal and state laws regarding college admission, FERPA, and affirmative action
• Manages assigned geographic territory(ies). Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Develops and strengthens relationships with university personnel, professional organizations, students, and alumni
• Coordinates onsite logistics for admission events
• Performs all other duties assigned

Additional Functions

• May assist in the administration of a specific project and / or program
• Works with the JGS marketing/communications office to develop print materials to market the various components of the MBA programs, including the primary admissions brochure and web information, in a timely manner
• Coordinates international and domestic JGS alumni meetings to enlist their support and recruiting efforts
• Plans, manages, and implements admissions events such as receptions, open houses and contact campaigns to increase the applicant pool of the Rice MBA program
• Attends domestic events and MBA forums to meet with and interview prospective candidates from outside of the Houston area
• Implements the procedures to handle the recruiting process to ensure that all strategic targets and metrics are in line for each incoming class

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