Miami University Oxford
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Assistant Director for Admissions & Alumni Relations

Location/Department: University Honors Program
Position: Assistant Director for Admissions & Alumni Relations
Compensation : Commensurate
Closing Date: 3/7//2010

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Position Description & Duties
To coordinate and execute the program’s admission and recruitment processes as well as the communication plan for alumni; coordinate all major events for and communication with prospective students and their families as well as alumni.  Major duties include:  reviewing admission applications, responding to inquiries related to admission and alumni involvement; creating and revising marketing materials and communications with alumni; planning and coordinating recruitment and alumni events; developing and deepening partnerships with related campus offices, alumni and guidance counselors. 

Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; administrative experience in an academic setting; excellent organizational and writing skills; dynamic public speaking and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with and handle complaints from prospective students and parents; functional knowledge of computer technology including Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. 

Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in or serving as a student in an honors program or other program serving high-ability students; knowledge of SCT Banner and Recruitment Plus; demonstrated ability to build effective and collaborative relationships with a wide set of constituencies; knowledge of the current promising practices in admission and recruitment; student-centered philosophy and a commitment to serving a diverse, high-ability student and alumni body; experience with effectively supervising others.

To Apply
Submit letter of application and resume to Kristin Burton, Associate Director, University Honors Program, Miami University, Oxford, OH  45056.  Contact phone number is 513/529-2021; email is burtonkd@muohio.edu.  Application deadline is March 5, 2010.  Screening of applications begins March 5, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. 

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