Administrative

Assistant Director of Admission

mverhoff — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:42:08 +0000

Assistant Director of Admission

Career Type

Administrative

mverhoff Mon, 11/14/2022 - 08:42

Department

Admission Office

Description

Reporting to the Director of Admission, the Assistant Director of Admission provides strategic leadership, planning and coordination for the recruitment of traditional and graduate domestic students from designated territories and develops pathways to admission for the respective students. This position will also be a significant contributor to planning for and obtaining targeted goals in recruitment, application, and admission.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports directly to the Director of Admission.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Assistant Director will supervise admission counselors. The Assistant Director may supervise alumni or friends of the University who are trained and authorized to recruit students on behalf of the Office of Admission.

Salary Range: $43,000-53,000 per year, depending on education and experience.

Responsibilities

Lead a team to coordinate outreach and student recruiting to include:
- Use benchmarking data to develop overall strategic recruitment plans and provide leadership for supervised admission counselors in developing territory-specific and population-specific recruitment strategies.
- Identification of students from an assigned territory who meet the desired admission qualifications of the University.
- Selection, scheduling, arrangement, and completion of visits to high schools, college fairs, and select recruiting events.
- Working closely with parents, high school guidance counselors, and alumni throughout all outreach efforts.
- Collaborating with financial aid staff to understand financial aid packaging and communicate with students and families with the goal of their understanding of all parts of the financial assistance offered by ��Թ�.
Ensure effective collaboration with faculty and staff in developing and implementing outreach efforts.
Develop and maintain continuous communication with prospective students via phone, written correspondence, text messaging, and social media.
Manage student inquiries and applications; counsel prospective students and their family members on how ��Թ� fits their needs by accurately representing ��Թ�’s history, policies, programs, activities, costs, etc., through phone calls, on-campus interviews and tours, or off-campus meetings.
Review all applications within an assigned territory, including student transcripts, academic records, standardized test results, and participating in extracurricular activities to assess future student success with ��Թ�.
Extensive personal contact with prospective students.
Preparation of detailed trip / recruiting activity reports, including all expenses, and submit as required.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Admission.

Qualifications

(A) Bachelor’s degree; and,

(B) Three (3) to Five (5) years successful experience in a recruiting and/or admission setting.

Preferred Experience

(A) Master’s Degree; and

(B) Previous experience in a small, liberal arts institution; and,

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must demonstrate analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
Ability to relate to diverse cross-sections of individuals.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Ability to assist in leading a team.
Ability to travel as needed or required, work evenings and / or weekends as needed.

How to Apply

For consideration, complete the online application.

Director of Library Services

mverhoff — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:15:51 +0000

Director of Library Services

Career Type

Administrative

mverhoff Mon, 10/24/2022 - 08:15

Department

Academic Affairs

Beeghly Library

Description

The Director of Library Services is an innovative leader who designs, manages, and directs the operations, materials, programs, services, and personnel in Beeghly Library. Reporting to the Executive Director of the Owen Center for Teaching and Learning, the Director of Library Services assesses current trends in academic libraries and aligns ��Թ�'s Beeghly Library to those current trends whenever possible. The Director of Library Services promotes Beeghly Library services to all members of the campus and community, and collaborates with Owen Center staff to provide wrap-around academic support services that promote student success.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

The Director of Beeghly Library reports to the Executive Director of the Owen Center for Teaching and Learning.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

The Director of Beeghly Library supervises all Library staff, including the Research Librarian, Cataloging/Acquisitions Supervisor, Circulation Intern, and all student workers.

Responsibilities

Provides strategic leadership for Beeghly Library, including developing, updating, and monitoring the Beeghly Library strategic plan.
Oversees and directs the Library’s operations including public services, technology, administration, and facilities management (in conjunction with Krammes personnel).
Oversees and approves purchases and the overall Library budget.
Oversees Information Literacy and Library Instruction programs and advocates for said programs within the ��Թ� curriculum.
Serves as an ex-officio member of the Friends of Beeghly Library.
Serves as a member of the Ohio Private Academic Libraries (OPAL) Director’s Council.
Represents Beeghly Library at OPAL and OhioLINK meetings and in decision-making processes.
Serves on OPAL and/or OhioLINK committees as appropriate.
Participates in Faculty governance by attending and voting on Faculty issues.
Contributes to the campus community through participation on various campus organizations and committees, some assigned or appointed.
Manages the development and implementation of Library goals, objectives, priorities, policies, and procedures.
Collaborates with the other functional areas of the Owen Center for Teaching and Learning, as well as the Director of Integrated Studies General Education & the Honors Program, to plan and execute programming and services to support student academic success.
Supervises the University Archives, located within Beeghly Library.
Works with the Advancement Office regarding gifts and donor relations.
Develops and schedules equipment purchases and replacements.
Establishes appropriate service levels and allocates resources, including staffing.
Hires, trains, supervises, and monitors the performance of assigned personnel.
Oversees the maintenance of the Library’s collection in accordance with weeding and collection development policies.
Responds to inquiries involving library-related matters; negotiates and resolves complex, sensitive, and/or controversial issues and complaints.
Directs, attends, and participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of library management and academic libraries in general; implements those trends and innovations as appropriate.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Library Science.
Three years’ experience working in an academic library.

Preferred Experience

Five years’ experience as an Assistant Director, or comparable position, in an academic library.
Prior supervisory experience.

Supplemental Information

Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform duties with a positive work ethic.
Ability to work both independently as well as cooperatively in a team setting.
Exceptional self-motivation, integrity, and creativity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and balance competing priorities.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff and all offices across campus to deliver high quality customer service.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to:

Microsoft Office suite
Canvas
Social media (for promotion and recruitment purposes)

How to Apply

For consideration, complete the online application.

Head Coach Track & Field

mverhoff — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:33:30 +0000

Head Coach Track & Field

Career Type

Administrative

mverhoff Wed, 10/12/2022 - 11:33

Department

Athletics Office

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Person in this position is responsible for the leadership and instruction in the personal and athletic development of student athletes on the Track and Field Team of ��Թ�.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of the Athletic Director.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Provides day-to-day supervision over assistant coaches and graduate assistants within the applicable sport.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directs and coordinates the activities of staff to include the planning, organizing and coaching of the team members.

Ensures compliance with policies and regulations of the NCAA, Ohio Athletic Conference and ��Թ�.

Directs staff in the preparation of analyses of opponent teams; analyze statistics and tactical data of opponents and prepare accordingly.

Counsels team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; consults with University administration and faculty for resolution of issues as required.

Works closely with students and other staff to develop strong culture and expectations within program focusing on retention of team members.

Serves as the recruiting coordinator for both the Cross Country and Track and Field Programs.

Works closely with the Admissions Counselors to ensure collaboration in the recruitment of student athletes. Assign geographical areas to and supervise staff in the recruitment of student athletes.

Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations; monitor, verify and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.

Study, evaluate and implement innovations in strategy and equipment.

Represent ��Թ� Athletics in professional, civic, charity and alumni events.

Ensures gender equity, diversity, and inclusion in all athletic programs.

Develop and conduct camps to provide a community service to area youth where possible.

Develop an appropriate weight training and fitness program for both in-season and off-season performance.

Represents the University in the community and serves as spokesperson for the Athletic Department.

Other duties as required or assigned in support of the University’s mission and core values.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

(A) Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; and,

(B) Three (3) to five (5) years head coaching experience; or,

Preferred Experience

(A) Master’s degree in a relevant field;

(B) Five (5) or more years progressively responsible intercollegiate coaching experience ; and,

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to model ��Թ�’s core values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty and accountability in all work.
Ability to demonstrate agile intellectual dynamism, insightful self-knowledge, a keen desire for personal learning, build collaborative peer relationships, dedicated to hard-working teamwork, a strong student-focus orientation, and an enthusiastic spirit of community.

Knowledge of laws, rules, codes and currently accepted principles and practices relevant to athletics in higher education.
Experience at supervision and leading.

Ability to gather, analyze and interpret data.
Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of University processes and policies.
Ability to maintain level of confidentiality with regards to sensitive data and records.
Ability to create and maintain working relationships with other faculty, staff and students.
Ability to exercise sound independent judgment when answering questions and direct to appropriate department if necessary.
Ability to understand and follow through with multi-directional tasks; Ability to maintain more than one project at a time and be comfortable meeting deadlines.
Knowledge of word processing and data management software and ability to learn new software and programs as necessary.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, adding machine, fax machine, copier, telephone, two-way radio communication devices scanner, and printers. Employee in this position must have a valid Ohio driver’s license and must be able to operate a variety of vehicles.

How to Apply

For consideration, complete the online application.

Associate Director of Financial Aid

mverhoff — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:20:08 +0000

Associate Director of Financial Aid

Career Type

Administrative

mverhoff Wed, 08/24/2022 - 08:20

Department

Financial Aid Office

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE: The Associate Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid awarding process and is a key member of the Enrollment Management team. The person in this position has direct hands-on work with electronic delivery of critical information in the financial aid award process with Continuing and Graduate students, state and federal agencies.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The Associate Director of Financial Aid reports directly to the Director of Financial Aid.

Responsibilities

Financial Aid Awarding Process
- Prepare financial aid packages for Continuing and Graduate students.
- Participate in and present special conditions requests and recommendations to appeals committee.
- Perform verification on Continuing and Graduate student files
- Monitor funds throughout the awarding cycle
- Review and assign University endowments to eligible students.
- Review and assign OFIC scholarships and maintain records of completed Thank You letters.
- Works collaboratively with other University offices to apply scholarships and develop tuition payment contracts.
- Veterans Certifying Official –administers VA benefits to prospective and current students.
- Administer consortium agreements for study abroad and nursing program students.
Financial Aid Counseling
- Meet with parents and students during campus visits or special appointments
- Answer questions via phone calls and emails
- Present at local High School’s Financial Aid Night Programs
- Talk with on campus students on a walk-in basis
- Attend on campus functions for various programs to speak on Financial Aid
- Process corrections and reconciliation for eligible students.
Office Management:
- Maintain oversight of Perkins Loan program closeout.
- Present at local High School’s Financial Aid Night Programs
- Talk with on campus students on a walk-in basis
- Attend on campus functions for various programs to speak on Financial Aid
- Other relevant duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid and Vice President for Enrollment Management.
Professional Development:
- Participate in appropriate professional development activities which represent both the profession and the University at the most effective level.
- Participate in appropriate University committee and work group activities.

Qualifications

Education and Professional Experience:

Bachelor’s degree
Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant financial aid experience

Preferred Experience

Master’s degree
Five (5) or more years of progressive financial aid experience
Experience with financial aid awarding and leveraging strategy
Strong working knowledge of Ellucian Banner and Argos software

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated experience with managing confidential information with professional integrity.
Ability to exercise appropriate professional judgment.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform duties with a positive work ethic.
Ability to work both independently as well as cooperatively in a team setting.
Exceptional self-motivation, integrity, and creativity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and balance competing priorities.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff and all offices across campus to deliver high quality customer service.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet, word processing software, and integrated database program, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers. Employee in this position must have a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to operate and manipulate equipment generally found in an office setting. The employee may be frequently required to be mobile, communicate, and hear. The employee may occasionally be subject to a variety of outdoor environmental conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental demands include varied degrees of occasional stress while performing job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues all of which may be indoor or outdoor. The noise level in the work environment is representative of an office setting and will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.

How to Apply

For consideration, complete the online application.

Director of The ��Թ� Fund

mverhoff — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:43:31 +0000

Director of The ��Թ� Fund

Career Type

Administrative

mverhoff Thu, 08/11/2022 - 14:43

Department

University Advancement and Marketing

Description

Reporting to the Vice President for University Advancement & Alumni Affairs, the Director of The ��Թ� Fund will develop and implement strategies to ensure the success and growth of a $1M+ comprehensive annual giving program as an integral component of ��Թ�’s overall institutional advancement program. This includes outreach efforts to alumni and friends, trustees, faculty, staff, parents, current students, corporations and businesses. This position will lead all annual giving tasks including: developing marketing strategies; making personal visits; supporting fundraising planning efforts; working with volunteers and students; evaluating solicitation outcomes and researching tactics.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Report directly to the VP UAAA. Work closely with other members of the UAAA team as needed.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Director of The ��Թ� Fund will be responsible for the achievement of the goals of the annual giving program, and will supervise student employees assigned to Phonathon and other programs.

Responsibilities

Represent ��Թ� in the successful preparation, coordination, execution and evaluation of the annual giving program.

Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward alumni, parents and friends of the University in support of the annual fund through direct mail solicitations, e-mail solicitations, social media, crowdfunding, telephone contact, and management of a small portfolio of prospects to achieve annual goals. Develop new segmentation strategies to increase donor count and dollars raised.

Develop the constituent goals for the annual fund and solicitation strategies in consultation with the VP UAAA and the Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Major Gifts.

Manage the Phonathon efforts and call leads, and analyze the statistics of these efforts. Hire, train, coach and motivate student employees, including student managers.

Plan, execute and steward the yearly Faculty and Staff Giving Campaign.

Promote gift societies and respective giving levels to new donors. Oversee the growth and retention of the University’s Leadership giving society, Presidential Fellows. Manage a small portfolio of Presidential Fellow prospects.

Enhance student philanthropy education and student fundraising efforts with special focus given to the senior class gift. Creatively expand outreach to undergraduates and young graduates on the importance of philanthropic engagement.

Develop focused and detailed strategies to increase awareness of and gifts to the annual fund, especially for the first three years for new donors and lapsed donors. Develop and implement a strategic plan to secure first-time and recurring gifts from parents.

Prepare an Annual Fund Calendar to track appeals, cultivation opportunities and stewardship events.

Provide monthly annual reporting and benchmarking, including analysis of giving information and research into peer institutions to examine and track the success of our plan. Compile and evaluate the outcome of all solicitations with data from previous years.

Coordinate Berg Days of Summer with Athletics and Advancement Services.

Work closely with Marketing and Communication Services on social media, outreach, publications and e-solicitation. Develop marketing strategies in consultation with vendors and The Office of Marketing & Communication Services for direct mail and electronic solicitation.

Utilize Advancement Services to achieve and advance the goals of The ��Թ� Fund. Work collaboratively to generate mailing lists, strategic solicitations, and optimal stewardship of annual fund donors.

Work with UAM team members and others for overall success of ��Թ� alumni engagement and fundraising.

Engage, communicate and work collaboratively and respectfully with students, faculty, staff and other members of the greater ��Թ� community.

Other responsibilities as assigned by the VP UAAA.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; and,
Two (2) to three (3) years successful experience in a college or university development operation; and,
Experience working with an integrated database like Banner or other CRM.

Preferred Experience

Five (5) or more years successful experience in annual fundraising for higher education; and,
Experience with Banner, our integrated database.

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Understanding of Advancement work, including alumni/volunteer management, fundraising and campaign strategies.
Skilled in annual unrestricted or restricted giving.
Must demonstrate analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Creative thinker and problem solver.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Exceptional motivation and creativity.
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
Ability to relate to diverse cross-sections of individuals.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Ability to travel as needed or required, work evenings and weekends as needed.
Budget management skills.

How to Apply

For consideration, complete the online application.

Head Coach - Women's Lacrosse

mverhoff — Wed, 25 May 2022 13:18:21 +0000

Head Coach - Women's Lacrosse

Career Type

Administrative

mverhoff Wed, 05/25/2022 - 09:18

Department

Athletics Office

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Athletics Director, the Head Coach is responsible for the leadership of an athletic team and the development of the student-athletes on the team.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Head Coaches report directly to the Athletics Director.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

The Head Coach may be responsible for the supervision of Assistant Coach(es) and/or Graduate Assistant(s).

Responsibilities

Directs and coordinates all activities for successful management of the program which includes the planning, organizing and coaching of the team members.

Ensures compliance with policies and regulations of the NCAA, Ohio Athletic Conference and ��Թ�.

Directs staff in the preparation of analyses of opponent teams; analyzes statistics and tactical data of opponents and prepares accordingly.

Counsels team members in academic, disciplinary and personal matters; consults with University administration and faculty for resolution of issues as required.

Works closely with the Admissions Counselors to ensure collaboration in the recruitment of student athletes. Assigns geographical areas to and supervises staff in the recruitment of student athletes.

Determines fiscal requirements and prepares budgetary recommendations; monitors, verifies and reconciles expenditures of budgeted funds.

Studies, evaluates and implements innovations in strategy and equipment.

Represents ��Թ� Athletics in professional, civic, charity and alumni events.

Ensures gender equity, diversity, and inclusion in all athletic programs.

Develops and conducts camps to provide a community service to area youth.

Develops an appropriate weight training and fitness program for both in-season and off-season performance.

Represents the University in the community and serves as spokesperson for the Athletic Department.

Other duties as required or assigned in support of the University’s mission and core values.

Qualifications

(A) Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; and

(B) Three to five years of coaching experiencing; or

Preferred Experience

(A) Master’s degree in a relevant field;

(B) Five or more years of progressively responsible intercollegiate coaching experience; and,

Supplemental Information

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
Ability to relate to diverse cross-sections of individuals.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Ability to travel as needed or required, work evenings and / or weekends as needed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, integrated database software, fax machine, copier, telephone, scanner, and printers. Employees in this position must have a valid driver’s license.

How to Apply

For consideration, complete the online application.

Administrative

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Head Coach Track & Field

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Director of The ��Թ� Fund