• Represents the university to the general public through scheduled presentations at the university, secondary schools, community/junior colleges, and College Fairs.
• Participates in several evening and Saturday programs during the fall and spring.
• Recruits students from Texas high schools and community colleges.
• Provides leadership for and implements assigned ongoing projects which impact overall recruitment initiatives (i.e., Web maintenance, student ambassador advisor, alumni relations, etc.).
• Interviews and counsels prospective students and families.
• Responds to emails, mail, phone and/or in person situations that require admissions guidance and/or counseling.
• Develops and gives audience-appropriate presentations to University visitors and prospective students.
• Follows up with prospective students in completing their application and assists them as needed through matriculation.
• Organizes on-campus and off-campus recruitment activities in a selected geographical area.
• Develops and maintains relationships with high schools, community colleges and other community programs which impact recruitment.

• Assists with data entry of prospective students.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Bachelor's degree required. Masters degree preferred.

A minimum of two years experience in admissions, preferably in the area of recruitment, application processing, or student services. Three years plus experience in University admissions is preferred.

Valid Texas driver's licenses and a safe driving record such as required by the university for Driver's Authorization. A good driving record is required, as this candidate travels to and recruits students from Texas high schools and community colleges.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Working knowledge of office practices and methods.
• Knowledge of University policies concerning admission.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and/or verify information accurately.
• Competency using student information systems for statistical analysis and other computer technology applicable to functions of position.
• General knowledge of academic programs requirements.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to represent the department and University in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle for recruitment travel.
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

**Travel is Required**