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Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions

Job Number Full/Part Time Schedule Salary
27772751 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $59,000 - $92,300

Position Information

The School of Business at the UC Riverside is a nationally ranked and internationally-recognized AACSB-accredited business school. Home to the A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM), which features MBA, Ph.D., Professional MBA, Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA), Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAc), and Master of Finance (MFin) programs. The Assistant Director of Admissions and Recruitment, under the general direction of the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment department within the School of Business, will help to administer UCR School of Business customized international programs and coordinate numerous aspects of program planning and implementation, including program structure, marketing, data analytics, student outreach, and program evaluation. The incumbent is expected to conduct modest travel domestically and internationally to foster institutional relationships. The budgeted salary amount for this position is up to $88,600.

**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **

Education

Education Requirements

Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Master's degree in business/management or other closely related field Preferred

Experience

Experience Requirement
2 years minimum of working in international education industry Preferred
4 - 7 years of related experience. Required

Special Conditions

Special Condition Requirement
Valid Drivers License Required
Travel Required
Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required
Travel required for university related business, meetings and/or conferences Required

Minimum Requirements

Ability to respond and remain flexible around changing priorities, fluctuating workloads and constant succession of inquiries.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to speak with and listen perceptively to persons of various international backgrounds.
Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs, at colleges / universities and specifically at UC, and / or specific colleges and schools.
Ability to foster a collaborative and cooperative team environment and function as a supportive team member with academic and staff personnel at all levels.
Skill in project management and organization including prioritizing, multi-tasking and tracking
Thorough knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs, conditions and work responsibilities in a high volume environment.
Ability to listen and respond to the needs of customers to achieve excellent customer service measured by outcomes rather than activities.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.
Ability to develop recruitment programs, and design effective materials.
Ability to create extraordinary customer service experiences, including skill in identifying the client's perspective and maintaining a commitment to excellence in customer service.
Skill in using business software systems in the completion of work assignments; i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint. Knowledgeable in analytical skills, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills.
In-depth knowledge of current public educational programs and trends
Thorough knowledge to conduct needs assessment and development of new presentations/courses to meet organizational needs
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations, and other institutions.

Preferred Qualifications

Intensive knowledge and expertise with WeChat Marketing and other global marketing tools

Strong familiarity with CRM functionality

Experience working with international partners in different time zones

Fluency in a language other than English

Prior experience of living or studying abroad

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

  • UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.

  • UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020

  • UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.

  • Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019

  • Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings

  • UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.


The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

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