Job Summary:
The Assistant Director will promote CoE degree programs and opportunities at the Purdue Indianapolis location. Promotion would take place during on-campus and off-campus events to audiences of prospective and admitted students, their parents, high school guidance counselors, and potentially other organizations involved in the college enrollment process. The position will manage on and off campus programs lead by department. The position will report to and work closely with the CoE Director of Recruitment and Strategic Initiatives in Indianapolis to implement strategic plans and programming.
This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact at a prestigious institution known for innovation and research excellence. Join our community of lifelong learners and contribute your skills to this critical program. At Purdue, you’ll find unrivaled pride and unlimited potential as we persistently pursue the next giant leap together.
Take the next step in your career journey - to help build a better world at Purdue University.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Meet individually and in groups with prospective students, admitted students, and their families.
Meetings are both in person as well as virtual.
Manage and respond to inquiries from prospective students, admitted students, and their families.
Coordinate and oversee the logistics execution and evaluation of engineering information sessions and admissions programs, including creating events in the CRM and coordinating with faculty, staff, students, and engineering departments.
Manage, train, and supervise Peer Counselors to answer inquiries, meet with families, and lead or support recruitment programs and events.
Travel to targeted high schools and college fairs to promote CoE programs.
Design and deliver presentations to large and small audiences regarding the CoE programs and opportunities.
About Us:
The College of Engineering at Purdue University is among the best and largest Engineering schools in the world. With nearly 16,000 engineering students and more than 500 tenure track faculty in the college, this position has ample opportunity to have an impact at one of the world’s most influential universities.
College of Engineering, Purdue University: https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr
External Recognitions Program:
https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/People/Awards
College of Engineering’s Social Media: https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/AboutUs/social
What We’re Looking For:
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree
Four (4) years experience in any of the following or related areas: college recruitment, marketing/communications, teaching, advising, mentoring, or customer relations
Equivalencies will be considered
Preference given to those who have worked with diverse student populations in high schools or universities
Skills needed: Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills, relationship building skills, organizational skills, problem solving skills, and ability to work as a team.
Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences and develop strong relationships a must.
Must take initiative, and possess ability to work under pressure.
Some evening and weekend work is required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Experience with CRM a plus.
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Additional Information:
Purdue’s benefits summary: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA:
Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Career Stream Compensation Information:
Professional 3
Pay Band S065
Job Code#20002087
Link to Purdue University’s Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
EOE Purdue University is an EOE employer.
