Coordinator for American Indian Recruitment: Senior Admissions Counselor OR Assistant Director

About the Job The Undergraduate Office of Admissions is seeking a highly motivated, focused, and results‑oriented Admissions Counselor OR Assistant Director, who will have special responsibility working with prospective American Indian students and communities. This person will facilitate the enrollment of qualified students from a variety of backgrounds, represent the University of Minnesota to the public, provide exceptional customer service to prospective students and their families, and play a crucial role in shaping the University's freshman class. This is a 100%, full‑time, 12‑month, on‑campus, annually renewable appointment in the academic professional and administrative (P&A) personnel series. Most work is conducted during normal business hours, Monday through Friday; evening and weekend work is occasionally required. Occasional remote work may be accommodated at the discretion of the Office of Admissions. Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Senior Admissions Counselor, 9702AN) Recruitment and Outreach 25% Recruit and facilitate enrollment of prospective American Indian undergraduate students, primarily from Minnesota. Implement extensive recruitment and relationship‑building efforts utilizing written, telephone, and in‑person communication to prospective students, applicants, and admitted students. Serve as contact for prospective students in Minnesota. Present at high school programs, recruitment events, and school counselor meetings. Represent the University of Minnesota Twin Cities at college fairs and other recruitment events hosted in market. Responsible for Native American community outreach and recruitment coordination. Counseling, Advising and Customer Service 20% Provide admissions counseling to prospective students, their parents, and school counselors. Serve as one‑stop contact for freshman admissions; provide advising and assistance throughout the admission process to students, family members, and high school counselors. Provide extra‑mile customer service to prospective students and their families regarding admissions. Visits and Events 20% Participate in the execution of the office's Visits and Events programs. Meet with students and their families on campus to provide admissions information and support them in taking the next step in the enrollment process. Event planning and management; lead, host, and/or manage targeted recruitment events for American Indian students. Deliver on‑campus information sessions to recruit students to apply and enroll at the University of Minnesota. Coordinate specialized group visits for American Indian student groups visiting campus in partnership with the visit office leadership. Partnerships and Relationship Management 20% Serve as a key liaison with high school counselors, independent counselors, Indian educators, and other school officials. Liaison to key campus partners and student groups such as the Circle of Indigenous Nations, American Indian Studies Department, and American Indian Student Cultural Center; Native American Promise Plus Tuition Program liaison. Application Review 10% Evaluate academic and other credentials for admission decision and counseling purposes. Other Duties as Assigned 5% Liaise on communication projects. Maintain key community resources for American Indian students. Assistant Director Expanded Responsibilities (9703AN) Expand recruitment and commitment initiatives and tactics for the transfer student population. Participate in the design and delivery of internal training programs. Serve as a mentor to new staff and support in onboarding. Interpret data and provide suggestions for implementing changes or new ideas in reflection of data analysis. Expanded responsibility in key stakeholder relationship management. Qualifications Required Qualifications – Senior Admissions Counselor (9702AN) BA/BS degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or master’s degree. Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in practice. Must have a valid driver’s license; must be able to travel regionally for extended periods and work evenings/weekends and some holidays as needed. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds. Additional Required Qualifications – Assistant Director (9703AN) All qualifications listed above for the Senior Admissions Counselor. BA/BS degree plus at least four years of relevant experience, or master’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience. Previous experience working with specialized populations in a recruitment and/or advising setting. Preferred Qualifications Event planning or project management experience preferred. Preference given to candidates with University of Minnesota experience defined broadly such as former student, graduate, employee, or community member of any campus. Preference given to candidates with community‑based organization experience that work with or serve American Indian communities. Public speaking skills/experience. Preference given to candidates with admissions experience. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: The Senior Admissions Counselor salary range is $50,000–$55,000 depending on qualifications. The Assistant Director salary range is $55,000–$60,000. Time Appointment: 100% A; 12 month. Position Type: P&A Staff. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off. Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program. Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans. Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts. University HSA contributions. Disability and employer‑paid life insurance. Employee wellbeing program. Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution. Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity. Financial counseling services. Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost. Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area. While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience. Diversity The University of Minnesota recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. 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