Assistant Director of Admissions

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the universitys signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNGs Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Admissions on the Gainesville Campus. The Assistant Director of Admissions is responsible for managing the review of applications for admissions and coordinating admissions functions for a comprehensive university of nearly 20,000 students spanning five campuses. This person leads a team of file evaluators and student tour guides while coordinating the admissions process and on-campus recruitment events that are impactful towards overall student enrollment goals. In addition, they will serve as Admissions Officer of the Day and review applications for admission and make admissions decisions.

Responsibilities

• Search, hire, train, develop, supervise and evaluate the admissions processing team as well as 10-15 student tour guides. Keep subordinates informed of changes in policy and procedures and recognize outstanding performance.
• Manage workflow for admissions application processing for all undergraduate programs across all five campuses. Workflow management includes directing the processing team on file evaluation duties and serving as the resident expert for file evaluation questions. Evaluate and make decisions on applications for admission. Audit admissions records in the Banner Information System to identify and eliminate discrepancies and mange technical problems.
• Understand admissions, UNG and USG policies and regulations as they pertain to admissions standards and ensure subordinates are trained on their responsibilities
• Assist new student recruitment by managing group tours, other activities, and supervising the Gainesville campus visit program. Coordinate the spring and fall Open Houses on the Gainesville campus
• Serve as Admissions Officer of the Day (AOD). This includes counseling prospective students and parents on UNG opportunities and enrollment process. Ensure all information is current, accurate, and appropriately referenced.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency with the SCT Banner student information system is desired, as is proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word/PowerPoint/Excel).
• Knowledge of social media outlets.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to make strong presentations to groups of prospective students and parents.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Georgia drivers license
• Two years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Proposed Salary

• The proposed salary is: $26.34-$28.97 hour.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• This position has financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position requires security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education