iStudy Coordinator II

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Current employees must apply internally via ConnectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

The University of Mississippi

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Department Summary

The Division of Outreach and Continuing Education consists of ten departments and over 100 employees. The mission of the Division of Outreach is to create innovative and accessible pathways to academic, personal, and professional enhancement for a diverse body of learners through collaboration with our community, regional, and national partners. The Division values integrity, quality, and efficiency in the creation and implementation of innovative educational strategies to enrich lives through exploration, engagement, and transformation.

This position is within the Office of College Programs which provides innovative academic opportunities for University of Mississippi students. This Office oversees Study USA, the UM Internship Experience, and iStudy – programs designed to support student participation in unique off-campus educational experiences while fostering both academic and professional growth.

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -Student & Academic Services

Sub-Family -Admissions and Recruitment

Career Track / Level - P1

Grade -4

Role Summary

Implements recruitment plans, organizes events, works with staff and student/alumni volunteers, evaluates admissions applications and represents the institution to prospective students with a goal of attracting, admitting, and enrolling a talented, geographically diverse student body.

• Advises and counsels prospective and current students in iStudy policies and procedures. 
• Processes and coordinates the iStudy applications and enrollments. 
• Prepares reports reflecting enrollment trends and other data.    
• Provides student support services focused on online and asynchronous learning. 
• Assists in promoting the iStudy program to internal and external prospective students. 

Examples of Work Performed

• Coordinates with site personnel the admission and enrollment of students.
• Maintains confidential records of students enrolled in outreach programs.
• Counsels and advises current and prospective students in iStudy policies and procedures.
• Coordinates the admissions and enrollment processes with the central University offices of Admissions, Financial Aid, and other affected administrative offices.
• Interfaces with appropriate academic and administrative offices to secure approval enrollments and resolve problems arising from admissions processes.
• Recommends policy and procedure adjustments.
• Prepares regular and special reports reflecting enrollment trends, enrollment distributions, or other applications and enrollment data as requested.
• Coordinates and participates in the maintenance of financial records for program.
• Provides student support services focused on online and asynchronous learning.
• Supports updates and revision of courses in Blackboard, as needed.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders including current students, faculty, and partner programs.
• Assists in marketing and promoting program to internal and external prospective students.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.   
   

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Counsels prospective and admitted students on educational planning and career opportunities.
2. Receives, evaluates and responds to freshman and transfer student applications according to established policies and procedures.
3. Schedules logistics and secures resources for events to promote the Institution.
4. Identifies opportunities for program improvement or new program development.
5. Creates targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals.
6. Delivers directed admissions program messaging to internal and external audiences.
7. Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships focusing on outreach, recruitment, and admission.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: No Experience Required

An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience related to the above described duties.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.