Optimizing our enrollment mix is crucial to the long-term viability of IU Indianapolis. There are several factors that influence a student's college choice, persistence, graduation and success. The Division of Enrollment Management is comprised of over 100 full-time staff in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, Office of the Registrar, Office for Veterans and Military personnel, as well as other areas supporting student enrollment. The Division also oversees and provides insight for its enrollment operations for the Fort Wayne and Columbus campuses.
The Division is looking for individuals who value and embrace innovation, change and entrepreneurial mindsets and approaches in advancing the mission of IU Indianapolis.
For information about the department, please visit: Division of Enrollment Management at IU Indianapolis.
Job Summary
This role will serve as the primary recruiter for the Kelley School of Business, developing and executing targeted recruitment strategies to attract undergraduate students. While this role will also engage with the broader Business, Public Affairs, and Philanthropy Pathway, its top priority is driving enrollment growth for Kelley undergraduate programs through close collaboration with faculty, staff, and leadership.
Department Specific Responsibilities
Maintains knowledge of university admissions policies, financial aid options, and academic offerings.
Develops and execute recruitment plans for the Business, Public Affairs, and Philanthropy Pathway, focusing primarily on Kelley undergraduate programs.
Engages in on-campus, virtual, and off-site recruitment events.
Works with Campus Visits and Events to coordinate and execute individual and group visits for prospective students, delivering presentations with confidence in public speaking.
Collaborates with Kelley faculty, staff and student ambassadors to design specialized recruitment and yield activities.
Coordinates recruitment efforts with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions while working closely with Kelley School leadership to develop and refine specialized recruitment initiatives.
Attends Kelley meetings as needed to provide updates and gather insights to enhance recruitment strategies.
Utilizes CRM (Slate) for marketing, enrollment tracking, and reporting.
Tracks and analyzes recruitment data for future planning.
General Responsibilities
Maintains, implements and oversees a holistic recruitment yield tactical plan for recruitment.
Develops, implements, and administers plans, programs, and events for general and targeted student recruitment in support of organizational goals.
Integrates a diverse and strategic communications strategy in collaboration with other departments, geared toward specific student declared academic major, career interests, and geographic factors.
Identifies and develops partnerships for outreach to prospective students and influencers.
Interprets academic policies and exercises authority and independent judgment.
Plans, implements, and evaluates programs and processes and determines the effectiveness of markets and strategies.
Exercises independent judgment and uses census data and modeling tools to identify effective marketing plans and strategies to address specific populations.
Serves in a collaborative role with internal and external stakeholders to identify targets of opportunity to attract and enroll under-represented populations.
Participates in the assessment and evaluation of various models.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, public policy, or related field
Preferred
Master's Degree in higher education, student affairs or related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
2 years of experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, or related fields
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Preferred
Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University.
SKILLS
Required
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Maintain a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrate time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrate a high commitment to quality
Possess flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seek to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Possess excellent presentation skills
Demonstrate excellent judgment, tact, and diplomacy
Highly developed customer relations skills
Commitment to working with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to interpret federal, state, and institutional rules and regulations and procedures associated with compliance
Preferred
Strong communication and public speaking skills
Ability to build relationships with students, families, faculty, and community partners
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Willingness to work some evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
Experience with data analysis and enrollment forecasting
Knowledge of marketing and social media strategies for student recruitment
Familiarity with IU Indianapolis or similar institutions
Experience working with CRM systems such as Slate
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Available for occasional evenings and weekends events as needed, minimal travel required.
Work Location
IU Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana
This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.
Advertised Salary
$45,000-47,000 per year based on experience
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Core
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Student Services
Job Family: Admissions & Recruitment Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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