Recruitment and Programming Specialist

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to leverage the efforts of LeBow College of Business in the areas of recruitment retention student services engagement as well as to support instruction and curriculum development in the freshman business sequence. This position is responsible for oversight and support of LeBow Summer Programs pre-college programming program management for LeBow learning communities/cohorts program management for the deans student advisory board (DSAB) and honors day and other retention effort coordination. The Recruitment and Programming Specialist will cooperate with Drexel Universitys faculty administration and external stakeholders in providing logistics and execution for undergraduate student programming recruitment and retention. The Recruitment and Programming Specialist reports to the Director of UG Program and Recruitment works closely with the Asst Director of Recruitment and Retention LeBow Student Services/Advising Staff and LeBow faculty.

The Recruitment and Programming Specialist is a key facilitator dedicated to supporting all recruitment and retention aspects of LeBow College of Business undergraduate programming including but not limited to:

Manage the recruitment and logistical process for LeBow pre-college programs
Serve as the co-chair of the LeBow Student Group Roundtable
Coordinate the initiatives of LeBow Colleges business student groups.
Manage and recruit students to serve on Deans Student Advisory Board
Management and program development for LeBow learning communities including BLC GLC and CLC.
Assist UG Programming in developing annual retention-based programing for students parents and other stakeholders
Administrative responsibilities student workers
Participation in commencement activities
Assist in developing freshmen culture program for international and domestic students
Oversee domestic high school partnerships
Overnights will be required
Other duties as assigned

This position is grant-funded; employment is contingent upon the continued availability of those funds.

Essential Functions

• Recruitment:
  • Attend and actively participate in all enrollment management activities including open house admitted student days daily visits etc.
  • Actively schedule and participate in college anti-melt activities.
  • Empower prospective students to make informed decisions regarding personal professional enrollment and academic needs within the context of their academic ambitions career goals and rights and responsibilities.
  • Responsible for management of LeBow pre-college programs.
  • Off site representation for LeBow and Drexel University.
  • Coordination of high school partnership opportunities.
  • Familiarity with DECA FBLA and other student organizations.
• Retention:
  • Support College Day activities.
  • Coordinate programming for LeBow Launch.
  • Manage and provide oversight for retention initiatives e.g. rising stars award etc.
  • Oversee DSAB meetings and program coordination.
  • Support in administration of Anti-Melt initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree orthe equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of At least 1-2 years of job-related experience in advising student life admissions and/or recruiting teaching and/or coaching non-profit work.
• Ability to work evenings overnights and/or weekends as related to essential duties.
• Documented project management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to outstanding concern and service to customers.
• Strong organizational time management data analytics project management skills required
• Practical experience with young adults student development relationship building
• Foundational understanding best practices trends and approaches in higher education

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstratable proficiency with PCs and related software experience with Banner Hyperion Canvas and meeting software.
• Exceptional customer service aptitude and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent listening and skills.
• Must possess subject matter expertise including extensive knowledge of university offerings services policies and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other common personal computer applications.

Location

• University City - Philadelphia PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from $45330.00 - $68000.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for thisposition will vary based on thesuccessful candidates qualifications and experience department budget and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and CompensationGuidelines & Policies for more details on Drexels compensation information about benefits please review Drexels Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.