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Recruiting Specialist

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your

professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.

2. A resume or curriculum vitae.

3. A list of three references.

Please submit the Background Authorization Form which can be found here:

https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf

You may email it to [email protected] or fax it to (406) 265-3530.

Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.

Position Details

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title Recruiting Specialist

Brief Position Overview

The Office of Recruiting at Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) is currently accepting applications for a Recruiting Specialist.

The Office of Recruiting at MSU -Northern is a fast-paced, high-performing, goal-oriented environment that seeks to engage prospective students, their families, and other stakeholders in events that showcase the exceptional quality education that MSUN provides and to do so through events on-campus, off-campus, and virtually. The individual assigned to this position will be a motivated self-starter who can work independently without close supervision, be a part of a team in an effective and professional manner, and work collaborative across the university.

Position Number 7C0048

Department Recruiting

Division Student Success Division

Appointment Type Professional

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA Exempt

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Yes

Compensation Annual

Salary $43,120 annually

Contract Type MUS

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

Position Details

General Statement

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Working to build relationships with prospective students, high school counselors, teachers, and others on an information-sharing basis

+ Maintaining current knowledge of university academic programs and admissions standards

+ Traveling extensively (approximately 25 weeks out of the year) from August through May; travel includes in-state and out-of-state destinations

+ Providing campus tours to prospective students and their families as well as assisting prospective students through the application and admission process

+ Processing official documents as needed

+ Entering data

+ Using Customer Relationship Management ( CRM ) software for student contact management and communication

+ Assisting with on-campus programs including representing MSU -Northern at university and community events.

In addition, this position

+ Uses Banner for data processing

+ Works with other institutional departments to keep current about academic program information, departmental policies and procedures, and student activities

+ Works with institutional committees

+ Performs other duties to support the mission and goals of the institution

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ Bachelor’s degree, OR

+ Associate’s degree with work experience that demonstrates excellent communication skills

+ Current and valid Montana driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within a month of hire

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Experience working with students on campus or with other organizations

2. Knowledge or experience using Banner or similar database

3. Knowledge or experience using Anthology Reach or a similar CRM

4. Experience planning and coordinating projects and events

5. Demonstrated excellent communications skills

6. Sales experience

The Successful Candidate Will

The successful candidate will

+ Possess outstanding organizational and communication skills

+ Effectively communicate the benefits and opportunities available at MSU -Northern

+ Strong public speaking and presentation skills

+ Enjoy relating with people

+ Develop and maintain relationships with high school counselors, community college advisors and recruiters, and other key influencers

+ Demonstrate commitment to valuing equity, diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment

+ Have a team-first attitude

+ Enjoy traveling for work

+ Be self-motivated and take initiative

+ Have the ability and willingness to work extended hours including some evenings and weekends (Travel is required for this position which can occasionally be extensive)

+ Ability to work with confidential material with an attention to detail

+ Possess the ability to multi-task and problem solve innovatively

+ Represent the department and the university in a professional manner at college fairs, high school visits, community events, and other recruitment activities

+ Demonstrate effective time management skill and ability to meet deadlines

+ Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other software programs

Special Requirements

Physical Demands

The ability to perform the following with or without reasonable accommodations:

1. Lift up to 50 pounds

2. Travel extensively

3. Work in a typical office environment

This position has supervisory duties? No

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2500014P

Number of Vacancies 3

Desired Start Date Immediate

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Until an adequate pool is established No

Special Instructions Summary

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your

professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.

2. A resume or curriculum vitae.

3. A list of three references.

Please submit the Background Authorization Form which can be found here:

https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation- MSU -Northern.pdf (https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization\_for\_Background\_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf)

You may email it to [email protected] or fax it to (406) 265-3530.

Please type YES in the Background Check field in the online application to show you understand this additional requirement.

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2534

EEOC Statement

Montana State University-Northern ( MSUN ) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Director of Human Resources /Title IX

Montana State University-Northern

300 11th Street West

Havre, MT 59501

E-mail: [email protected]

Tel: (406) 265.3568

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ List of References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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