Sr Assoc Dir Transfer & Transitions at Knox College – Galesburg, Illinois

Purpose:

The primary focus of this position will be to develop, implement, and lead recruitment efforts to enroll domestic and international transfer students from two and four-year colleges and universities to Knox College. This position will also oversee the transition activities and strategies for all new incoming students as they matriculate to Knox. This position will engage in a full range of admission, recruitment, outreach, and on-boarding activities within the admission office. This is a key public-facing, revenue-generating position with measurable metrics for the recruitment and enrollment of new Knox students and may be performed either on campus, fully-remote, or in a hybrid manner.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop, manage, and implement a program for the recruitment of domestic and international transfer students, including marketing and engagement communications, on- and off-campus events, relationship-building with key community colleges, and transfer credit evaluation and advising.

2. Engage with prospective transfer students and their parents via phone, text, email, video, and in-person to achieve a high level of interaction and build sustained relationships through the college search.

3. Work alongside a direct supervisor to achieve application and enrollment goals for the transfer student population.

4. Represent Knox at college fairs, attending college fairs, hosting information sessions, meeting with school counselors, community based organization advisors, and independent educational consultants, and conducting admission interviews for prospective students; work evenings and weekends as needed for events and to engage with students and parents. Hours can be long, and varied. This position often entails working evenings and weekends a minimum of 10-15% of the time.

5. Lead transfer partnerships and articulation agreements with collaboration from the Assistant Vice President of Admissions.

6. Assist students in assessing match/fit and how Knox could help to achieve their educational goals.

7. Represent Knox College and its programs to prospective students, their families, community college counselors and professors through on and off campus visits, phone calling and special events.

8. He/She will be responsible for being proactive in developing relationships that lead to successful recruitment of students wishing to transfer to Knox College.

9. Extensive travel in the fall and spring with some weekends required.

10. Make in-person and virtual presentations about Knox, conduct interviews, represent Knox at college fairs, information sessions, and other events.

11. Review applications for admission.

12. Serve as the admissions liaison with various Knox departments to assist with transitional communications, activities, and tasks to support the matriculation of all new students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

● Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and public speaking abilities; and talent for developing relationships with a variety of constituencies

● Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

● Ability to plan and execute compelling on- and off-campus events for prospective students and counselors, advisors, and consultants

● Experience with and passion for creating virtual engagement, social media, video, digital communications, and online events

Disclaimer

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the leadership, director, or manager.

Minimum Education Required:

● Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Experience Required:

● At least 3-5 years of professional experience. Title and compensation will commensurate with experience.

Minimum Licenses/Certifications Required:

● Driver’s License Required

Additional Qualifications: (Preferred qualifications)

● Master’s degree

● Previous experience in college admission, education, educational advising or consulting

● Ability to engage in overnight travel via car, train, and/or plane

● Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends

Summary Pay Range: Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that pay is only one component of total compensation.

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

FSA/ HSA/ FSA Dependent Care

Employer Paid Basic Life & LTD

Voluntary Life

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In keeping with its commitment to equal rights since it was founded in 1837, Knox College particularly welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups. Knox College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, religion or religious affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law in admission, financial aid, employment, athletics, or any other aspect of its educational programs or activities. In addition, Knox College is prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its accompanying regulations from so discriminating on the basis of sex.

The College official responsible for coordinating compliance with this Notice of Non-Discrimination is the Director of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance. Any inquiries regarding Title IX or the College's policies that prohibit discrimination and harassment should be directed to the Director of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance identified below. The coordinator will be available to meet with or talk to students, staff, and faculty regarding issues relating to this Notice of Non-Discrimination and the College’s policies and procedures.

Director of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance

Old Jail 12 | Campus Box K-209

337 South Cherry Street

Galesburg, IL 61401

Phone: 309-341-7751

Email: cultureofrespect@knox.edu

Inquiries about the application of Title IX to Knox may be referred to the Director of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance, the United States Department of Education’s Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, or both. Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights for additional information.

Office for Civil Rights

U.S. Department of Education-Chicago Office

500 W Madison St., Suite 1475

Chicago, IL 60661-4544

Phone: 312-730-1560

Email: ocr@ed.gov

Inquiries regarding the College’s policies regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 504”) should be directed to either the Human Resources Manager or Director of Disability Support Services identified below.

For Employees:

Human Resources

Administrative Services Bldg - 112 | Campus Box K-200

2 East South Street

Galesburg, IL 61401

Phone: 309-341-7474

Email: hr@knox.edu

For Students:

Director of Disability Support Services

Stephanie Grimes

Umbeck Science and Math Center E111 | Campus Box K183

340 South West Street

Phone: 309-341-7478

Email: sgrimes@knox.edu

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