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Job Title

Senior Regional Advisor

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Undergraduate Recruitment

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

McAllen, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we want

The Senior Regional Advisor, under direction, develops and implements admission, financial aid, and early outreach strategies that enhance the identification, recruitment and enrollment of prospective students interested in attending the Texas A&M University. Serves as mentor and trainer for other staff and serve as lead on select recruitment programs. Responsible territories include the Rio Grande Valley, Corpus Christi, and Laredo. In addition, this position will be under the Rio Grande Valley Prospective Student Center and will be responsible for the coordination of recruitment and matriculation events and other recruitment activities.

What you need to know

Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume : A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Other Requirements and Factors: THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN PHARR, TEXAS. Extensive travel required. Evenings and weekend work required. Capable of lifting or moving heavy weight boxes, drive an automobile and travel independently.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

+ Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

+ Four years of related experience in admissions, recruitment, advising, financial aid, or outreach. Bilingual (Spanish)

Preferred Qualifications

+ A State of Texas class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

+ Master’s degree

+ Bilingual in Spanish

+ More than four years of professional experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services related position

+ Professional experience in higher education

+ Professional experience within TAMUS

+ Knowledge in recruiting a varied range of students, including incoming freshmen, transfer, veterans, and non-traditional students

+ Customer service experience, particularly within higher education

+ Experience in producing reports of the analysis and evaluation of activities

+ Participation in Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC) or Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO) programs or other professional organizations related to admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

+ Demonstrated knowledge of basic project management and organizational practices.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practice and methods of admissions, marketing, and enrollment

+ General knowledge of higher education institution general academic requirements and admission policies

+ General knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of customer service

+ Proficiency in related student information systems such as Banner, AIS, Howdy, MOSES, SLATE, or TAMUDocs

+ Ability to design, develop, conduct, and assess effective programs

+ Ability to organize and prioritize work activities

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

+ Ability to develop and conduct group presentations for various audiences

+ Ability to work in an environment subject to regular interruptions, multi-tasking, and re-prioritizing potentially conflicting assignments

+ Knowledge and understanding of FERPA and SLATE

+ Ability to comply with Texas A&M, System, State and Federal laws, regulations, rules, and policies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of financial aid programs and federal regulations relating to student financial aid

+ Working knowledge of standard office equipment and computers

+ Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills with individuals or in a group setting

+ Excellent public speaking and speech organization/presentation skills

+ Must possess strong organization skills

+ Ability to work well with students and parents

+ Ability to work well with student population

+ Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs

+ Ability to work as a team member in a dynamic organization, possessing a positive attitude and is customer- service oriented

+ Must be literate in the English language and able to comprehend and follow both written and verbal instructions

+ Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment with good interpersonal communication skills

+ Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Responsibilities - MATRICULATION:

+ Coordinates with school counselors to facilitate next steps for students who have been admitted

+ Distributes information to counselors, parents, and students on matriculation topics such as pathways to admission, housing, New Student Conference (NSC), extended orientation, involvement, and other student resources

+ Uses professional judgment in advising and assisting students in solving their financial problems through scholarships, loans, grants, employment, and financial counseling; makes presentations to groups regarding financial aid and scholarship programs

+ Works with the Financial Aid Office with regard to awarding and adjusting financial aid awards as necessary to conform to federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations

- RECRUITMENT:

+ Recruits and contributes to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled underserved students in designated high schools, community colleges and regions.

+ Works directly with prospective students and parents through the entire admissions, scholarship, and financial aid application process; follows up on specific questions; troubleshoots any issues

+ Coordinates with high school counselors to facilitate the admissions, financial aid, and scholarship application process; implements recruitment activities, presentations, resource tables, application workshops and designated area projects

+ Organizes, implements, and reports on programs/projects including marketing, accommodations, itineraries, meals, speakers, and records

+ Travel to high schools and community colleges for visits, presentations, college job fairs, etc.

+ Distributes admissions information through participation in TACRAO programs, high school and community college visits, special programs, and other assigned appointments

+ Collaborates with outside organizations and constituents' groups to involve their recruitment

- CUSTOMER SERVICE:

+ Interacts with high school faculty, administration, and staff to provide and exchange information and to enhance the counseling and advisement of students considering/planning on attending the Texas A&M University.

+ Develops, implements, and manages recruitment and financial aid early awareness programs for Service assigned areas

+ Conducts presentations and works at resource tables as requested.

+ Establishes community contacts in select areas in market or region

+ Develops working relationships with university agencies, departments, counselors, and advisors to enhance customer service and satisfaction

+ Assists with developing and revising admissions and financial aid consumer information materials, publications and brochures for currently enrolled students, prospective students, and their parents, as well as for college, department, and university use.

+ Conducts presentations at local, state, and regional conferences

- JOB KNOWLEDGE:

+ Develops a working knowledge of University information, opportunities and policies

+ Maintains knowledge of current federal, state, and institutional policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to financial aid and admissions

+ Attends local and state workshops and conferences

+ May serve on University, divisional and departmental committees

- LEADERSHIP:

+ Serves as a mentor and assists in the training of subordinate advisors regarding admissions and financial aid rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as how to develop and maintain relationships in high schools and community agencies

+ Assumes leadership roles in local, state, and regional professional associations and committees

+ Coordinates major office programs

Who we are

The Office of Undergraduate Recruitment handles freshman, transfer, international, and other prospective students who wish to apply to Texas A&M University. The office is also responsible for recruiting and enrollment an academically prepared student body geographically and economically varied. In addition, Undergraduate Recruitment also offers several opportunities for prospective students and their families to visit campus throughout the year to learn about the rich traditions and culture of Texas A&M University.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (http://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/)  with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/university-holidays.html)  of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  and at least eight hours of paid vacation  (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://new.tamu.edu/enjoy-the-benefits/retirement/)

• Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)  for health and wellness programs

• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/healthy-behaviors/employee-tuition.html)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

For additional benefit information Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/\_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf)

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourcorevalueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.