THE UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND                   Class Code:....0795

                                                                      Position Description 

Positions are full-time and are limited to 10 weeks:  9/08/08 to 11/14/08            

TITLE:                        Admission Recruiter  

DIVISION:                Academic Affairs 

REPORTS TO:         Assistant Dean, Admission

GRADE:                     8 

SUPERVISES:          Clerical support staff 

BASIC FUNCTION: 

After completing an intensive one-week training program on campus, serve as ambassadors of the University of Rhode Island at recruitment functions.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Represent the University at high school and two-year college visitations and college fairs at schools in their area. 

Attend evening and weekend college fairs as needed. 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Perform additional duties as required. 

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:  

Personal computers, printers; word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.    

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

The incumbent is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree required. Strong verbal and written communication skills required.  Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be sensitive to cultural diversity.  Must be able to prepare and deliver oral presentations.  Must provide own transportation and be willing to travel extensively.  Must reside in one of the following areas:  Connecticut; Massachusetts; greater Albany, New York; Long Island; New Jersey; southern Maine; New Hampshire; greater Philadelphia; Westchester County, New York.

TO APPLY:

Must state in cover letter which region applicant will reside during appointment. Submit (no phone calls, no emails or faxes, please) a resume and cover letter postmarked by 5-30-08 to:

Salary Range:  $38,521-$47,742 (salary will be pro-rated to reflect 10-wk schedule)
Joanne L. Hood, Search Chair
Requisition # 12167
University of Rhode Island
PO Box G
Kingston, RI 02881

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.