The individual in this position will be responsible for the recruitment and management of students applying to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program within the School of Nursing, with particular concentration on the 4-year BSN track. This individual will manage a robust communication plan with prospective students and with internal and external constituencies of the University and the School of Nursing. This individual will report directly to the School of Nursing Director of Admissions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets with prospective students and their families throughout the recruitment and enrollment process to discuss the School of Nursing, Nursing as a profession, and Duquesne University.

Develops a keen understanding of the requirements for admission to both the University and the School of Nursing.

Communicates effectively with prospective students regarding the application process and status throughout the admissions cycle. This requires extensive messaging such as phone calls, emails, written correspondence, and social media channels. Provides timely and accurate program and admissions information, educational and career counseling, and academic advising regarding the program of study and prerequisite coursework.

Evaluates applicants’ credentials for admission to the BSN program, and is adept at interpreting the unique characteristics of each applicant.

Creates a welcoming environment and ensures a positive experience for prospective and new students and their families.

Delivers presentations to audiences of various sizes about nursing as a profession, and provides information about the School of Nursing and Duquesne University at Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, Information Sessions, and School Fairs. Travel to conferences and events throughout the year is expected.

Makes admission decisions and consults with the Director of Admissions as necessary.

Collaborates with fellow School of Nursing Office of Recruitment and Enrollment Management personnel regarding marketing, events, website, and social media.

Manages the transfer admission process to the BSN program, including ensuring timely completed applicant files and admission decisions.

Manages the BME/BSN recruitment process.

Collaborates with multiple University and School of Nursing departments. Actively engages with the Enrollment Management Group and is responsible for translating university-level recruitment strategy.

Proposes recommendations to the School of Nursing’s marketing and web/social media team regarding communications and recruitment assets.

Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in university admissions, healthcare, marketing, communications, counseling or a similar field

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a related field

A valid driver’s license

Knowledge about the profession of nursing and nursing education is strongly desired

Preferred qualifications:

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution is preferred.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Available to travel and work some weekends and evenings

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent time management organizational skills

Highly proficient in the use of CRMs, computer programs such as Microsoft Office, electronic filing systems, and shared drives

Working knowledge of university resources such as financial aid, disability services, and enrollment management

Exceptional intuitive and interpersonal skills, and the ability to relate to students, faculty and other professionals

Able to analyze relative information and make appropriate independent decisions

Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

Physical demands of the position include:

Working with frequent interruptions within a complex organization

Prolonged use of computers

Light to moderate lifting

Sitting for long periods of time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus community. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter membership in this region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).
We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and its Spiritan heritage by visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement. Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and furthering its mission.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.