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Graduate Admissions Coordinator
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Position Number: 3133439
Location: Grand Junction, CO
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Graduate Admissions Coordinator

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Summary: The Graduate Admissions Coordinator is responsible to the Academic Department Head in supporting the mission and culture of the university and the graduate programs within the Department of Kinesiology. In collaboration with the graduate program directors for the Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant Studies programs, the Graduate Admissions Coordinator oversees all aspects of the admissions process. The Graduate Admissions Coordinator will serve as the first and last contact for prospective students and will work to ensure the application, interview, acceptance and matriculation process is smooth and transparent. As part of that process they will serve as the primary contact for the various centralized application services to ensure all applications are received and reviewed in a timely manner. Through these responsibilities, the Graduate Admissions Coordinator will ensure that CMU is the school of choice for prospective graduate students. Additional essential duties of this role include; organizing and executing recruitment events, creating and maintaining recruitment data, establish and execute recruitment strategies which will include traveling to high school and/or colleges to promote graduate programs, proficiency in applicant portals, Banner, and recruitment CRMs, lead graduate interview processes, develop and distribute marketing materials and other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

Required:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of two years' related experience in project management.
Proficient with all Microsoft Office Suite applications to include, Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent organizational skills due to multiple assignments and fluctuating priorities.
Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to communicate effectively and clearly both verbally and in writing.

Preferred:
Experience in a direct support relationship in an institution of higher education or similar type organization preferred.

Salary: $41,000.00 - 45,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Department: Colorado Mesa University

Employment Type: Administrative

HOW TO APPLY

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 6/21/2022.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

Cover letter

Resume

Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Dr. Jeremy Hawkins, jrhawkins@coloradomesa.edu

ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.

At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.

The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.

Colorado Mesa University

Attn: Human Resources Office

1100 North Avenue

Grand Junction, CO 81501

970.248.1820

To apply, visit https://coloradomesa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/685?c=coloradomesa