Schuler Family Foundation

School Director

Round Lake High School

Position Description

The Schuler Family Foundation (SFF) seeks a School Director who will provide consistent leadership for the Round Lake High School Schuler Scholar Program (SSP).  The qualified candidate will be ambitious, results-oriented, highly organized, energetic and committed to the future of the organization and the young people who are accepted into the program.  Strong leadership qualities highly developed interpersonal skills and an understanding of the value of highly selective colleges and universities are important.

Responsibilities:

o         Ensuring the professional and effective operation of all aspects of the RLHS Program

o         Manage 2 staff members and 3-5 AmeriCorps volunteers

o         Manage a caseload of 20-30 students

o         Provide leadership for all school based programs and projects

o         Serve as liaison to SSP Management Team

o         Serve as liaison to the RLHS administrative team, teachers and counselors

o         Serve as a liaison to the SFF management team.

o         Keep the appropriate parties appraised of all issues, problems and recommendations as they may arise

o         Participate in community outreach as needed

o         Collaborate with team members to facilitate seminars/programs for Scholars and their families

o         Ensure that student performance is tracked and evaluated and that student data is collected and stored on proprietary database.

Skills:

q       Demonstrated ability to provide vision and leadership

q       Ability to recruit and inspire a team of professionals and volunteers

q       Strategic thinker and inspiring communicator

q       Ability to lead staff through teaching and coaching, hands-on management

q       Skilled at soliciting input from people at all levels, including volunteers and school administrators.

q       Shows perseverance in the face of significant challenges

q       Long-term interest in the success of Schuler scholars and alums

q       Exemplify, maintain, and promote the image and culture on which the SSP was founded

q       High level of organizational sophistication and understanding of public high school dynamics

q       Ability to speak/read Spanish is preferred, but not required

q       This position requires a min. of 30 hrs/week and schedule is flexible   Occasional attendance at events/programs on evenings will be required.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree in a related field a plus.

Experience:

Qualified applicants will have a minimum of 10 years work experience.  Experience in a school setting is preferred.  Experience managing a staff is a plus. 

Start Date:

Summer 2010

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

If interested, please submit resume to :

candace@schulerfoundation.org

No phone calls please

Oak Park and River Forest High School is currenly seeking qualified candidates for the Assistant Principal for Student Services position.  If interested, please review information below and apply online.

Oak Park and River Forest High School

District 200

Administrative Position Description

Title                                              Assistant Principal for Student Services

Reports to                                    Principal

Education/Experience                 Demonstrated leadership ability and successful counseling/teaching at the secondary school level

Qualifications                               M.A. required

Possess the Illinois Type 73 and 75 certificates.  Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Position Summary                       Provides leadership in the areas of student guidance, social work services and the social emotional welfare of students.  Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of counselors and social workers; the substance abuse prevention program and personnel; and registrar services.  Minimum caseload of students to be determined.   

                                                       

Responsibilities

                                                     

1. Leads, supervises and evaluates counselors, non-Special Education social workers, Substance Abuse and Prevention counselor, registrar and clerical personnel in these programs.
2. Develops and administers the student guidance and counseling program.
3. Assists in the development and implementation of the master schedule.
4. Assists the Principal with the supervision and evaluation of the school’s enrollment and course selection processes, student and book fees, and student orientation
5. Leads, organizes, supervises and evaluates the Community Support Services Office.
6. Provides leadership to the Pupil Support Services (PSS) Teams with the Assistant Principal for Student Health and Safety.
7. Leads, administers, supervises and evaluates the Registrar and Records Office.
8. Develops and publishes the School Profile.
9. Insures the maintenance, accuracy and timely issuance of credits and transfer credits.
10. Insures District compliance with the Federal Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
11. Maintains effective working relationships with community agencies that provide social/emotional services to students and families.
12. Maintains effective working relationships with associate schools’ administrators, counselors, social workers, and other professionals as necessary.
13. Serves on the Instructional Council (IC) of the District.
14. Serves on the Building Leadership Team (BLT).
15. Performs other such duties as assigned by the Principal.

Physical/Visual Demands

Physical and visual demands of the position are consistent with standard office conditions.  No non-standard lifting or visual acuity expected.

      

Environmental Conditions

Office building, Fieldhouse, Gymnasium, Auditorium, Cafeterias, Computer Labs, and Athletic Fields are the standard environmental conditions.

Terms and Conditions

The position has a salary and benefits that are competitive with the suburban Chicagoland area high school districts and offers a full range of employee benefits, including major medical and dental.  A twelve-month work year is required.

                                 

http://www.oprfhs.org/programs_and_services/human_resources/Employment_Opportunities.html

 

  

Graceland University has an opening for a Director of Financial Aid Services on the Lamoni, IA campus. This position is responsible for the university’s awarding of federal, state and institutional aid according to federal and institutional awarding guidelines. This position develops, writes and implements institutional policies and procedures in collaboration with the various committees to facilitate the awarding of aid for numerous programs.  The Director supervises financial aid department staff and reports to the Vice President of Enrollment.  Other responsibilities include administering restricted scholarship programs, presenting to student/parent groups, and working with administration/staff across the university.    
                                                                                                              
Qualifications:  The preferred candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Finance, Higher Education, or other related field.  He or she will have an in-depth knowledge of U.S. Department of Education Regulations, excellent computer skills, strong analytical skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Five years experience in a comprehensive financial aid office is required with increased supervisory responsibilities over that time.  The successful candidate will have strong problem solving skills and a strong commitment to customer service. 
 
To apply:  Send cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of reference to Graceland University, Human Resources Office, 1 University Place, Lamoni, IA  50140; fax 641-784-5033; email: personnel@graceland.edu; phone 641-784-5174.  EOE

AVILA UNIVERSITY

Kansas City, Missouri

 

DIRECTOR OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION

Avila University seeks a dynamic, energetic and experienced leader to assume the responsibilities of Director of Undergraduate Admission.  The successful candidate will report to Ned Harris, Vice President for Enrollment and Student Development, and will be a key member of the team charged with achieving institutional goals for undergraduate enrollment and retention.  This position will require a strong, hands-on leader with a strategic approach to recruitment focused on attracting students who can be inspired to achieve their potential at Avila.

As Avila approaches its 100^th year, it continues the mission set out by its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.  Avila is a values-based community of learning that prepares students to make responsible lifelong contributions to a global society.  President Ron Slepitza, now in his fourth year with the University, has collaborated with faculty and staff to develop a strategic and mission-focused direction for the University. The University’s thirty (30) undergraduate programs provide hands-on, interactive learning opportunities in small classroom, clinical and studio settings, insuring direct interaction with faculty for all students. Opportunities abound for students to build on their classroom experiences through service projects, internships, clinical experiences, study abroad and away and employment on campus, throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area and in settings away from campus.

The ideal candidate must have strong communication and analytical skills, a passion for recruiting and the ability to motivate others, along with significant and progressively responsible experience in the college admission/recruitment arena.  The new director must demonstrate evidence of success in recruiting, in managing recruitment activities and responsibilities and in working collaboratively with faculty, coaches, alumni, parents and students in the recruitment process. He or she must understand, and be able to instruct others in, the strategic use of data and technology in recruitment and the use of financial aid in meeting enrollment goals.   Knowledge of current demographic, technology and social media trends as they apply to recruitment are expected. Experience in a Catholic college or university, an advanced degree, excellent organizational and relationship-building skills, creativity and resiliency are all strongly preferred.

For more information about Avila University, visit www.avila.edu.  Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The desired start date for the new director is July 2010.  Lahti Search Consultants is assisting with the search. For more information about this opportunity, contact Terry Lahti (terry@lahtisearch.com) or Mary Milbert (mary.milbert@gmail.com). Please send nominations or a resume and cover letter to: Audrey Daley, Lahti Search Consultants, audrey@lahtisearch.com, http://lahtisearch.com.

Avila University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Admissions Office at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside invites applications for an Admissions Counselor/Recruiter.  This is a 12-month full time position that reports to the Director of Admissions and  will require extensive travel and some evening and weekend work. The position’s  primary focus is recruiting students through a wide range of activities including: making presentations, public speaking, visiting high schools and other targeted groups and agencies. This position will also be responsible for attending college fairs; maintaining follow-up contact with prospective students and their parents; developing relationships with high school guidance counselors, and other civic and  community leaders; arranging campus visits and tours; and other duties or projects as required. In addition, this position will assist in the development and
implementation of recruitment and marketing strategies designed to assist the
university in achieving its enrollment goals. This position will also correspond
with students, parents, and counselors regarding admission to UW-Parkside and
 assist with setting up and maintaining a communication plan for prospective
 students.

Essential Job Functions:
•Utilize the University’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software
 to manage targeted recruitment strategies and on-going strategic communications
 with inquires, prospective students and applicants.
•Represent UW-Parkside at high school visits, college fairs, community activities,
 career days and other special events designed for students.
• Plan and implement recruitment activities.
• Serve as a liaison between Admissions and designated university departments.
•Explain admission requirements and enrollment procedures to interested students
 and parents providing feedback, explore educational alternatives as needed,
 provide campus tours, maintain follow-up contacts and provide campus resource
 materials.
•Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of policies and programs at UW-Parkside,
 within the UW System, and within the admission profession.
•Work with staff, faculty, students and alumni to ensure that students are
 connecting with campus resources throughout the recruitment, admission and
 enrollment process.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the campus
 community, the public, high school personnel, agencies, and others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
•Considerable knowledge of the recruitment techniques and practices.
•Considerable knowledge of departmental software systems and various business
 office software packages.
•Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email and database
 applications.
•Working knowledge of time management techniques and practices.
•Ability to participate in work groups; and coordinate, develop and implement
 projects.
•Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems.
•Ability to plan, organize and prioritize multiple work assignments and projects.
•Ability to develop and maintain effective professional working relationships with
 individuals at all organizational levels both with the campus community and with
 external institutions, community leaders, agencies, and others.
•Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
•Ability to relate well to prospective, continuing and diverse students.
•Ability to work independently and with a team of colleagues.
•Ability to travel extensively.
•Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with students, groups
or on a one-to-one basis.
•Ability to perform work often under pressure to meet multiple customer service
 and operational demands while maintaining service standards.
•Physical ability to sit at a desk and/or operate a personal computer for about 2
 hours at a time.
•Moderate amounts of walking, standing, and stair climbing; occasional lifting of up
     to 50 pounds.


Qualifications

Required:
•Bachelor’s degree.
•One year of demonstrated extracurricular college involvement or relevant
  work experience.
•Strong oral and written communication skills.
•Ability to be responsive to the needs of students or customers.
•    Sensitivity to, or experience in, working with a diverse, multicultural population.
•Ability to lift recruitment materials up to 50 pounds.
•Valid driver’s license.


Preferred:
•One – three years of Admissions experience.
•Familiarity with greater Milwaukee area.
•Previous experience utilizing a student information system software and customer
  relationship management software.
• Proficient in software applications such as Microsoft Suite (MS Word, Excel,
 Power Point), etc.

Salary:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.

Review of Applications:  Applications received by April 16, 2010 are ensured full consideration. The position is open until filled.

To Apply: A cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three references may be submitted to:
Elizabeth Delgado-Hanson, 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, WI 53141
Electronic submissions welcome at: hansone@uwp.edu.   
Submission of application materials in electronic format is strongly encouraged.
About the University: The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is committed to student success, academic excellence, community engagement and diversity - inclusiveness. It currently enrolls approximately 5,100 students, many of whom are first generation and nontraditional students. UW-Parkside benefits from the ethnic and racial diversity of the communities it serves in Kenosha, Racine and Walworth Counties. Located in northern Kenosha County in the Chicago-Milwaukee urban corridor, much of the university’s 700-acre campus has been preserved in its natural wooded and prairie state. UW-Parkside is strongly committed to creating and maintaining a multicultural, pluralistic campus environment.
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer D/M/V/W

Job Title:  
Director of Recruitment  

Institution:  
University of Nebraska-Lincoln  
College of Engineering  

Description of Work:  
Responsible for the College of Engineering Undergraduate Recruitment Programs. Plan, implement and assess college-wide recruitment activities. Provide leadership for outreach activities (e.g. Red Letter Days, special honors programs, special campus visits groups, E-week open house, etc). Coordinate the College of Engineering Project Lead the Way with Lincoln Public Schools; summer initiatives for middle school and high school students; and summer program outreach for high school and middle school math/science teachers and counselors. Provide information to prospective students on programs and services available at the college which assist them in making informed choices on their college plans. Work with departments and other campus offices to enhance the recruitment process. Direct the Ambassador and Diplomat programs. Provide content for all print and on-line recruiting materials. Maintain positive relationships with prospective students, personnel at secondary schools, families, community colleges, four-year institutions, community agencies and others involved in student recruitment.  

Minimum Qualifications:  
Master's degree in Marketing, Student Affairs or other related area, plus three years experience in college recruitment or admissions. Strong oral and written communications skills, and the ability to work independently, and cooperatively as team member essential. Positive attitude and strong work ethic necessary.  

Preferred Qualifications:  
Proficiency in Spanish language and experience with electronic recruitment (e.g. NUView, Talisma or SIS+) preferred.  

Apply Today:  
Criminal history background check will be conducted. Pre-placement driving record review required. Excellent benefits including staff/dependent scholarship program. Applicant review begins Apr 15, 2010. View requisition #090721 at http://employment.unl.edu  for complete job posting and to apply. UNL is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance, and dual careers.  


For more information contact:  


David Williams
Director of Retention
College of Engineering
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
114 Othmer Hall
(402) 472-8309
dwilliams5@unl.edu

Seattle University, the largest, most racially and culturally diverse, and genuinely urban  independent university in the Pacific Northwest, seeks an experienced and dynamic enrollment professional to lead its enrollment management division. The Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management will report to the Provost and oversee a combined staff of 67 in the offices of undergraduate admissions, graduate admissions, student financial services and the registrar. The Associate Vice President will play a leadership role in strategic enrollment planning that supports the mission of the university, makes sophisticated use of data and information and utilizes best practices in enrollment management.  She or he will participate in the formulation of university enrollment goals, lead enrollment management initiatives that engage the entire university community and will partner with others throughout the university regarding institutional marketing and positioning, especially as they pertain to student enrollment. This position will have regular involvement with the senior executive team at the university.

 

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional leader and sophisticated strategist with innovative ideas and a demonstrated record of success in undergraduate and graduate admissions. Experience in the areas of marketing, predictive modeling, financial aid leveraging and recruitment technology is expected, as is knowledge of current market trends. Candidates should also possess the ability to mentor and develop staff, foster teamwork and manage change. Critical elements for success include strong analytical skills, the ability to evaluate and use data in decision-making, and outstanding planning and communication skills, including the ability to effectively articulate the value of a diverse learning environment and the mission of Seattle University.  Practical knowledge of NCAA Division I student-athlete recruitment will be a plus. An advanced degree is preferred.

 

Founded in 1891, Seattle University is consistently ranked among the Top Ten Universities in the West by U.S. News & World Report.  Seattle University is a Jesuit and Catholic university and is dedicated to educating the whole person, professional formation and empowering leaders for a just and humane world.  Seattle University enrolls approximately 7,750 undergraduate and graduate students in eight colleges and schools. Three out of four university students volunteer in the community, contributing nearly 200,000 hours of service each year. For more information and news about the university, visit www.seattleu.edu.

 

Review of resumes and candidate consideration will begin in March and will continue until the position is filled.  The anticipated start date is July 2010. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications; the benefits package is excellent. Lahti Search Consultants will assist Seattle University with this search.  All inquiries, nominations and conversations about this opportunity are welcome and will remain confidential. For more information, please contact Terry Lahti (terry@lahtisearch.com) or Sandy Ware (sandraware@earthlink.net). If you wish to apply, please send a resume and cover letter by email to:

Sandy Ware

Lahti Search Consultants

sandraware@earthlink.net

www.lahtisearch.com

Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an experienced and forward thinking Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid to lead the undergraduate admissions and college-wide financial aid programs. Recruitment will be linked closely with goals for improving graduation rates.  The responsibilities of this position have been expanded to include oversight of financial aid. The new Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid will draw on the professional expertise of a strong and committed staff in both areas to build upon the successful record of the previous Dean in attracting and enrolling top students from across the country and around the world.

 

Lewis & Clark College, a private, independent college located on 137 wooded acres in a residential area just six miles from downtown Portland, is renowned for excellence in the liberal arts and an early and enduring commitment to environmental affairs, multiculturalism and global engagement. Significantly, Lewis & Clark offers one of the best international education programs in the nation, with more than half of all students participating in off-campus and overseas study programs. Enrollment includes approximately 1,900 students in the undergraduate College of Arts and Sciences, 830 students in the Graduate School of Education and Counseling, and 740 students in the School of Law.  Students benefit from a student-faculty ratio of 12-to-1 and their academic achievements have been recognized and rewarded with Fulbright, Rhodes, Truman and Goldwater scholarships among other academic honors and awards.  The College is a member of the Northwest Conference, NCAA Division III, and supports 19 intercollegiate teams. Community leadership, global engagement, and responsibility for the environment are fundamental elements of the undergraduate curriculum and reflected in the cocurricular opportunities available to all undergraduate students. The campus is located within short driving distance of the Pacific Ocean to the West and the Cascade Mountain range to the East. For more information about Lewis & Clark, Portland and the surrounding area, visit www.lclark.edu.

 

The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication and analytical skills, along with an extensive record of success in directing and motivating staff and working collaboratively with faculty, coaches, alumni, students and other offices on campus. He or she must understand the strategic use of financial aid to meet institutional as well as departmental and programmatic goals. Expertise in molding each entering class, as well as a passion for liberal arts education and an understanding of national demographic trends and economic issues are required.  Knowledge of enrollment-related technology and social media are expected. Experience recruiting student-athletes to a Division III institution will be a plus. An advanced degree is preferred.

 

Lahti Search Consultants is assisting Lewis & Clark College with this search and will be pleased to provide additional information.  All communications will remain confidential.  A cover letter addressing qualifications and a resume may be submitted by email to:

Sandy Ware

Lahti Search Consultants

4360 France Avenue S.

Minneapolis, MN  55410

sandraware@earthlink.net

www.lahtisearch.com

Lewis & Clark College is an equal opportunity employer.

Open Posting: Admissions Counselor

MacMurray College was founded in 1846 and is a four-year career-oriented liberal arts college located in Jacksonville, Illinois.  The College has a culturally diverse student body of approximately 600, and a faculty/student ratio of 1:12. The College offers 35 academic programs with top majors in Education, Nursing, Interpreter Training (American Sign Language), Criminal Justice and Business.

 

MacMurray College is seeking an Admissions Counselor who has the skills, ability, and personality needed to help increase the overall enrollment of the College.  The successful candidate will represent the College in a variety of settings on and off campus sometimes without direct supervision.  This involves the process of identifying potential prospective students and then planning, creating, and implementing the strategies needed to attract and successfully enroll those students.  Recruiting, counseling, outreach and application review are all significant functions of this position.

Organizational Relationship

• Reports to the Vice President for Admissions. 
• Subordinate staff: none.
• Other internal contact: all college faculty, staff and students
• External contacts: Prospective students and families, high school staff, community college staff.  

Duties and Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Vice President for Admissions, develop the recruiting strategy for a specific territory to attain specified application and enrollment targets by marketing and promoting the College to both traditional and non-traditional students.
• Contact and travel to distant sites across a specific region of the Midwest to specific high schools identifying potential students as needed to reach enrollment targets.
• One-on-one admissions counseling is an important responsibility of this position as a majority of the counseling occurs primarily by in-person appointments and telephone calls. 
• Represent the College both on and off campus to prospective students, parents, and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process. 
• Maintain contact with assigned schools and provide counselors/advisors with follow-up information throughout the year.
• Prepare and present programs to large and small groups from various backgrounds and establish rapport with all levels of personnel.
• Discuss on the telephone and in person the options available at the College, the costs to attend, scholarship options, and admissions criteria.
• Excellent writing skills
• Manage and update the College Recruiting Database on an ongoing and regular basis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Provide weekly, monthly, and other admissions reports as requested.
• Evaluate and execute admission decisions on applicant files
• Assist with campus-wide recruitment events
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years experience (preferably as a college recruiter) are required.
• A valid driver’s license and personal transportation are required to travel, sometimes to great distances, throughout the Midwestern United States. 
• Evening and weekend hours are required, especially during certain times of the year.
• No or very limited physical effort required, however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Performance Competencies and Criteria

• Should possess high energy, attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to manage multiple projects, organize and set work priorities. 
• Have the desire and ability to motivate others to succeed
• Have excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates a significant ability for discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive issues. 
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrates the ability to work both independently and as a member of a face-paced goal-oriented team. 
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain a calm and business-like manner. 

MacMurray College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer; all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.  When you apply, in addition to your resume, please include a brief cover letter describing your interest in this position and how your background has prepared you to make a significant and immediate contribution to our recruiting team.  All materials should be sent to:

 

Human Resources
447 E College Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
217-479-7008
HR@mac.edu