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Job Description ADMISSIONS RECRMT SUPV 2 Working Title Director of Graduate Admissions
Job Code 004512 Grade 22
Department Name School of Business Administrat - D01039 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 04/01/2017
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE
004508 ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 2 1
006948 INSTITUTIONAL RSCH ANL 3 1
004509 ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 3 3

Generic Scope
Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.

Custom Scope
Supervises Admissions Recruitment Specialists and support staff, and administers a portion of an admissions or recruitment program. Independently oversees day-to-day operations, and determines goals and performance expectations of subordinates. Makes recommends concerning improvements of program / function to manager.

Department Custom Scope
The School of Business at the University of California, Riverside is a nationally-ranked and internationally-recognized AACSB-accredited business school. With over 14,000 alumni all over the world, it is home to the largest undergraduate business program in the University of California system, as well as to the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management, which features MBA, Ph.D., Flex MBA, Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc), and Master of Finance (MFin) programs. The School is positioned as a center of excellence in business education through cutting-edge research on the business challenges of the 21st century. The Director of Graduate Admissions will be responsible for providing leadership to the Admissions department within the School of Business, including supervising a team of admissions and recruitment professionals. The Director of Graduate Admissions will develop, implement, and oversee administrative aspects relevant to graduate student recruitment, admission, and financial support. The Director will develop, implement, and evaluate a marketing and recruitment strategy for all graduate programs within the School of Business. Develop and monitor effectiveness of outreach programs and recommend continuing and/or shifting focus to other opportunities that might have greater yield of potential applicants.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Advanced degree in Business, Public, Counseling, Student Development, Education, or other related area. Preferred

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Oversees the day-to-day operations of the unit.
20
Ensures goals and objectives of the unit are met.
15
Provides guidance and assistance to subordinates on most complex issues.
5
Monitors employee performance and provides direction and assistance.
5
Counsels and evaluates employee performance.
5
Provides training to subordinates.
5
Recommends corrective action, hiring, and separation of employees when appropriate.
5
Develop, implement, and oversee administrative aspects relevant to graduate student recruitment, admission, and financial support.
15
Use internal data and industry trends to develop, implement, and evaluate a marketing and recruitment strategy for all graduate programs within the School of Business.
10
Represents the School of Business at recruitment and marketing events, internationally, nationally, and locally.
10
In collaboration with the Senior Associate Dean and the Director of Academic Advising & Student Services, oversees the distribution of financial aid for graduate programs.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques. Required
Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences. Preferred
Skills in monitoring / assessing people, processes or services. Required
Skills in project management. Required
Skills in social perceptiveness, awareness of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Required
Ability in problem identification, reasoning. Required
Ability to develop original ideas to solve problems. Required
Ability in persuasion. Required
Leadership skills Required
Ability to lead a dynamic team of graduate admissions professionals to increase student enrollment. Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Travel
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours

Level of Supervision Received
Direction

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Scanner
  • Copier
  • Calculator

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : NA
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Frequently
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Frequently
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Frequently
  • Write : Frequently
  • Perform Calculations : Occasionally
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Frequently

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

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