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Assistant Director for Mining Recruitment

The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States


Position Information

Hiring Department: Admissions and Recruitment, Division of Enrollment Management

Reports To: Director of Admissions and Recruitment

Work Modality: Open to local or remote work arrangements as this position requires frequent travel.

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter

List of three references

Position Summary UTEP seeks highly driven applicants to serve in the role of Assistant Director-Recruitment for Mining Engineering. The Assistant Director will represent UTEP admissions and recruitment presence in various recruitment territories outside of El Pueblo, recruit and enroll talented students, and implement recruitment and enrollment activities that align with strategic goals. Expectation includes establishing relationships with regional schools, participating in college fairs, coordinating recruitment events, and promoting UTEP Mining Engineering program to prospective students and stakeholders.

Statement Of Duties And Responsibilities

Develop and nurture relationships with students, parents and community members.

Design and implement recruitment and enrollment activities and events that align with strategic goals for the region.

Understand, advance, and achieve enrollment goals for the Mining Engineering program set by the AVP for Admissions and Recruitment and the Director of Admissions and Recruitment, including quarterly goals for applications, admits, orientation registration, and enrollment.

Effectively communicate the value propositions of UTEP and career pathways of Mining Engineers to prospective students, school counselors, administrators, and other stakeholders.

Frequent travel in‑and out‑of‑region/state to promote UTEP Mining Engineering program, campus resources, and explain admissions, housing, and financial aid to prospective students and families.

Jointly with the AVP and Director develop recruitment strategies and identify effective approaches in response to enrollment trends.

Serve as a university specialist in admissions, testing, enrollment, financial aid, housing, new student orientation, campus visits, registration, and related topics.

Disseminate information to prospective students by traveling to high schools to discuss programs, admission requirements, policies, and procedures.

Facilitate case management of prospective students and ensure that admissions applications and documentation have been received.

Process and review admissions applications and packets for prospective students within the assigned territory, reconciling errors and maintaining data integrity.

Serve as liaison to several University departments and administrative areas, especially engineering leadership and other engineering programs.

Support Office of Admissions and Recruitment activities on‑campus during the summer off‑season.

Participate in Office of Admissions and Recruitment staff meetings and trainings remotely and/or in person.

Demonstrate thorough understanding of the Mining Engineering program requirements, student experience, and UTEP resources.

Participate in selected Division of Enrollment Management events in person, in El Pueblo, with adequate notice.

Actively participate in development, implementation, and distribution of promotional and recruitment marketing materials.

Maintain knowledge of Microsoft Office and institutional software systems.

Maintain knowledge of regulations related to Federal Financial Aid, Texas Residency Laws, NCAA compliance, and other relevant policies.

Work combination workweek, evenings, and weekends as needed to complete recruitment assignments.

Drive personal vehicle to attend admissions, recruitment, and enrollment activities.

Comply with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications Skills

Confident telephone presence.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Self‑motivated and able to work effectively in a team environment.

Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet quality standards.

Effective time‑management skills, sense of urgency, and ability to plan and prioritize daily activities.

Consultative skills and ability to adapt to change in a fast‑paced environment.

Ability to receive constructive feedback and demonstrate accountability.

Critical thinking, problem‑solving skills and good judgment.

Ability to travel out of state 75% of the time.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree.

Three years of experience in customer service or related fields.

One or more years of experience in sales, recruitment, enrollment management, or roles involving prospect development, relationship management, and goal‑driven outreach.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Fluency in Spanish.

One or more years of university enrollment and/or admissions experience in higher education.

Miner Perks and Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform.

Voluntary Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long‑term disability plans.

Retirement Programs.

Longevity Pay.

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave.

Paid Holidays.

Employee Discounts & Perks.

Employee Education Assistance program.

And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part‑time or full‑time employment.

Additional Information To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA‑48, the employee must be able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. The position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215. A valid driver’s license and insurability may be required to perform essential functions.

This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, use of hands, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The noise level is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. For inquiries about Title IX, contact the Title IX Coordinator by phone at (915) 747‑8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Pueblo, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C. For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP’s Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

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