Assistant Director of Recruitment and Campus Visits - UMKC School of Medicine

About the Role

The Assistant Director of Recruitment and Campus Visits recruits for the BA/MD, MD, AA, PA, and graduate programs at the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine. These programs serve students across three UMKC SOM Missouri campuses: Kansas City, Columbia, and St. Joseph. The school is best known for its accelerated six-year BA/MD program, which matriculates 105 students directly from high school each year. Admissions is housed within the Office of Student Affairs, and the Assistant Director of Recruitment and Campus Visits reports to the Assistant Dean of Admissions. The Assistant Director of Recruitment is supported by a Recruitment Coordinator and works closely with the BA/MD, MD, AA, and PA program directors.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, leadership, and direction for recruitment programs in collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Admissions and program directors.
• Foster a culture of inclusive excellence during recruitment processes.
• Partner with Student Affairs, Council on Evaluation, Committee on Progression, and the Council on Curriculum to identify factors affecting student progression and incorporate findings into recruiting practices.
• Collaborate on public relations and marketing activities to ensure effective and accurate representation of the school in recruiting efforts.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the School of Medicine recruitment initiatives.
• Provide direction to the Admissions team on weekly recruitment events and logistics.
• Coordinate operations of recruitment portal and Slate CRM database.
• Supervise the Recruitment Coordinator through delegation and task management.
• Develop, plan, and direct School of Medicine recruitment efforts for all academic programs, including creating presentations and leading Campus Visit Days, evening receptions, and counselor/advisor events.
• Work closely with UMKC's General Admissions office in collaboration with joint visits and events.
• Provide weekly presentations and individual appointments for prospective students.
• Oversee recruitment initiatives focused on early decision/Scholars programs, maintain contact with academic advisors at partner institutions, plan events with student organizations at partner institutions, and identify methods for increasing awareness of the program.
• Collaborate with representatives at Schools of Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy to execute Health Science District events in collaboration with external organizations such as PrepKC.
• Develop and maintain strong liaisons with School of Medicine and UMKC admissions personnel.
• Instruct and advise support staff on relevant recruitment activities.
• Research, develop, and travel to recruitment events, including college fairs, high school visits, and evening receptions in Missouri, Kansas, and other locations as identified.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment Coordinator for the St. Joseph regional campus for recruitment activities for that campus.
• Dedicate significant time and preparation to statewide travel with the Dean of the School of Medicine.
• Manage, select, train, and advise 80+ current students serving as volunteer representatives in the School of Medicine Student Ambassador program.
• Research national and specialized recruitment trends, and oversee the implementation and evaluation of recruitment initiatives for both professional and graduate programs in the School of Medicine.
• Develop and provide regular reporting of application and admissions statistics to School of Medicine administration and other relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least four years of experience in recruitment, student affairs, higher education, or a closely related field from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired.

Skills

• Knowledge of successful policies and procedures in use in higher education as related to student recruitment.
• Project management and team-building skills, as well as the ability to work cooperatively with all constituencies in a unique environment of multiple programs functioning on 3 campuses.
• Knowledge of student privacy regulations (FERPA).
• A strong work ethic, an approachable leadership style, and a consistent focus on the school’s immediate and strategic goals.
• Interpersonal and communication approaches that incorporate tact and diplomacy.
• Willingness to learn and follow University policies related to recruitment.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000 annually. Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid caregiver leave.
• Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping, and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Kansas City is also famous for its world-renowned barbecue and diverse culinary scene.

UMKC’s campuses are conveniently located near key attractions. The Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or dining. The Health Sciences Campus is downtown, near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital, surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries.