Recruiting and Admissions Manager

How to Apply

Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all qualified individuals regardless of background and identity. To apply, please complete the application on the U-M Careers site.

A one page cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that is directly related to this position.

Summary

The SEAS Student Center is seeking an experienced recruiter to lead a dynamic student recruiting program. You will report to the SEAS Director of Admissions and Recruiting, working with Admissions and Student Center leadership to implement strategic data-driven, student recruitment programs, and develop, implement, and assess the SEAS cultivation pipeline. You?ll join us in collaborating with local, regional, and national student organizations interested in the environment and sustainability.

As a successful candidate, you will demonstrate your ability to develop recruitment plans for students with a variety of educational backgrounds including first year, transfer, and international students. You will plan, build, and continually improve constituent segmentation and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool utilization for optimal recruitment campaign results, all while contributing to a culture of collaboration and dedication to the mission of SEAS.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, working two to three days per week on-site in Ann Arbor, MI after an initial training period, with a particular focus on being present for SEAS community events and applicable recruiting duties.

Flexible work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change dependent on the business needs of the hiring department, throughout the course of employment.
A full job description with additional information on duties and responsibilities can be found here.

Mission Statement

The School for Environment and Sustainability (https://seas.umich.edu/) is a collaborative and interdisciplinary school. Our mission includes contributing to the protection of environmental resources and the achievement of a sustainable society. We accomplish this by generating and sharing knowledge, contributing to policy and engaging managers and stakeholders. The University of Michigan is a top-ranked public university with excellence in research and teaching. Ann Arbor, home to the University of Michigan, is a town known for arts, culture, parks and restaurants.

SEAS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable environment that respects diverse experiences, promotes generous listening and communications, and discourages and restoratively respond to acts of discrimination, harassment, or injustice. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is deeply rooted in our values for a sustainable and just society.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Responsibilities*

Student Recruitment, Outreach, and Cultivation

• Design, implement, and evaluate data driven prospective student recruitment programs
• Manage communication journeys, analyze and report on interaction data using enterprise CRM system
• Create data collection processes to combine demographic, academic, and behavioral data, and design and implement reporting dashboards for that data
• Build data analytics maturity in the area of student recruitment, implementing changes in user experience based on behavioral data
• Explore available relevant predictive analytics tools and make data-driven recommendations, participate in implementation once systems are selected
• Supervise the creation of student generated content including (but not limited to) a student blog and podcast
• Create information kits, updates website content, and designs materials for a wide variety of students
• Manage in person and virtual SEAS recruitment events
• Build collaborations and programs with local (campus), regional, and national undergraduate student organizations with focus on the environment and sustainability to create a cultivation pipeline
• Ensure SEAS representation in local, regional, national and international recruitment fairs and other recruitment opportunities
• Partner with SEAS DEI office and other relevant stakeholders to assure compliance with DEI policies in recruitment

Admissions and Enrollment Management Support

• Conducts admission application evaluations
• Supports faculty and staff in the review process
• Assists in financial aid application evaluations including for special awards and grants

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor or equivalent and 3 years of experience in recruiting, higher education recruitment and admissions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated ability to proactively establish external relationships and create talent or student enrollment pipelines
• Demonstrated experience in online application, CRM, and data visualization solutions
• Demonstrated familiarity with one or more of the following IT systems: Salesforce CRM, WebApply, WebAdmit, Marketing Cloud, Tableau
• A high proficiency in the use of productivity software and services
• Strong presentation and communication skills

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree or equivalent, preferably in an applicable field (Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, Sustainability, or Marketing and Communications, for example)
• Demonstrated familiarity with one or more of the following IT systems: Salesforce CRM, WebApply, WebAdmit, Marketing Cloud, Tableau
• Interest in, and commitment to promoting values aligned with the SEAS Mission of building a more sustainable future

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.