Essential Job Functions This position reports to the Director of Admissions and plans, develops, coordinates, manages, and executes the recruitment and admissions process for international students (undergraduate and graduate) in alignment with the institution's strategic goals of increasing the volume of international students enrolled at UW-Green Bay. Works closely with the office of Graduate Studies, Student Service Center and Provost's Office to coordinate programs, partnerships, and service to students. Represents UW-Green Bay to prospective students, parents, sponsors, and other key constituents seeking a U.S.-based university degree or educational experience.
What You'll Do - Develops international recruitment-focused strategic planning initiatives and objectives in alignment with both undergraduate and graduate-level recruitment goals.
- In collaboration with the Director of Admissions, develops and implements an overall international student recruitment strategy. Implements policies and procedures for the processing of international applications in alignment with the international recruitment strategic plan.
- Receives, evaluates, and processes student applications according to established policies and procedures.
- Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on international student outreach, recruitment, and admission. Oversees partnerships with recruiting agencies, recruiters, and specific schools (international).
- Oversees the development and implementation of specific marketing and recruitment strategies for international students. Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals. Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences.
- Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the institution.
- Evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement. Research and remain up-to-date with the latest data and policy trends impacting international students seeking higher education in the US.
- Ensures high-quality evaluation of foreign academic credentials. Develop contacts with high schools, colleges/universities, agents, foreign study abroad advisors.
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree at time of application
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's Degree in international education, business, marketing, or related field
- 3 years of experience in international education, recruitment or sales
- Possesses an existing network and relationships within the international education market
- Fluency in a second language, preferably Chinese, Japanese, Thai or Hindi
- Familiarity with working in a university environment, ability to work effectively with faculty and administrators
- Affiliation with international education organizations such as NAFSA: Association of International Educators
- Skill in reviewing/evaluating foreign transcripts
The Successful Candidate The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.
Conditions of Appointment International and domestic travel will be required. This position requires a varying schedule including occasional evening and weekends dependent on departmental needs. Reliable transportation is required. This position requires some work to be performed in-person, onsite, or at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location with supervisor approval. Position is a full-time Academic Staff appointment. Transcripts of the highest degree achieved will be required of finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked. The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.
Compensation and Benefits SALARY INFORMATION Minimum salary of $49,900. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). BENEFIT DETAILS The UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation. In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type. For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.
- UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
- Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Quick Guide
- Total Compensation Estimator