Assistant Director, Student Development & Enrollment Management

Gainesville State College, Oconee Campus

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  Under the supervision of the Director, the Assistant Director will provide oversight and coordination to the areas of registration and SOAR (Student Orientation, Advisement, and Registration) for the Oconee Campus.  Additionally, this position provides supervision to the front desk enrollment staff as well as coordination of other programs related to online and transfer orientation.  This is a 12-month staff position that requires some evening and weekend hours associated with times related to student enrollment.  The successful candidate will begin after July 1, 2008. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         In conjunction with relevant enrollment offices at both campuses and in alignment with enrollment reports, strategically develop, promote and implement registration procedures at the Oconee Campus.

·         Coordinate, implement and assess the SOAR (Student Orientation, Advisement, and Registration) experience offered at the Oconee Campus.

·         Develop and supervise a program for students to be SOAR leaders. 

·         According to procedures and knowledge of FERPA and other related regulatory compliance mandates, respond appropriately to phone and email inquiries regarding registration and SOAR at the Oconee Campus.

·         Ensure all webpages regarding registration or SOAR at the Oconee Campus are accurate and updated.

·         Develop, implement, update, and assess an online orientation to GSC-Oconee.

·          Process all transient permission requests received at the Oconee Campus.

·         Assist the Coordinator of Career/Transfer services with any programs related to students transferring into GSC.

·         Accountable for purchasing and budget management for all expenses and transactions related to areas of responsibility.

·         Supervision of front desk staff at the Oconee Campus.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

 

EDUCATION AND ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

·         Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in student personnel or related area. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in higher education and knowledge of Banner and enrollment processes.

·         Ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and work as a part of a team in a leadership role.

·         Excellent customer service, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills.

 

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE:  $35,300-$44,200 annual rate. Salary offered to successful candidate will be determined by relevant skills, education and experience.

 

THE COLLEGE:  Gainesville State College, one of the fastest growing colleges in the University System of Georgia, is comprised of two campuses with a total enrollment of over 7,500 students.  Both campuses have easy access to downtown Atlanta, major research institutions, Georgia mountains, Atlantic coast and cultural and recreational activities.  The College is committed to teaching, service, professional development, and campus diversity.  For additional information, see the College homepage at www.gsc.edu.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Interested candidates must submit: 1) a cover letter describing skills and abilities specified above 2) resume 3) names and contact information of three professional references 4) official transcripts required before hiring 5) and a Gainesville State College “Application for Staff Employment” (available on-line on the Gainesville State College web page at http://www.gsc.edu/admin/hr/Employ.htm. Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed.  Please submit all documents to:

 

                                      Human Resources – Assistant Director, Oconee Campus Search

                                      Gainesville State College

                                      P.O. BOX 1358

                                      Gainesville, GA 30503-135

 

To be assured of review, applications must be received by May 30, 2008.

 

 

Any offer of employment is contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Gainesville State College, as determined by Gainesville State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Gainesville State College is an AA/EEO Institution