Admissions & Student Engagement Specialist, Physical Therapy

Admissions & Student Engagement Specialist, Physical Therapy

Chapman University, United States

about 13 hours ago

Location:

Chapman, NEBRASKA

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Position Information

Position Title Admissions & Student Engagement Specialist, Physical Therapy

Position Type Regular

Job Number SA63824

Full or Part Time full-time 40 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range $68,840 - $70,000

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Department Chair and Director of Admissions, supports the Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate program's recruitment, admission and registration for new student processes. Interfaces and promotes the DPT program to prospective students. Reviews and processes DPT program applicants. Coordinates Physical Therapy student engagement, coordinates special events, meetings and program activities. Supports, coordinates, and archives current student, faculty, and course data required for the annual accreditation reports to CAPTE and the annual assessment processes. Updates department staff on admission procedures, alumni activities, and supervises student workers. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate program recruitment, admission and registration for new student processes.

Works with the Director of Admissions, Admissions Committee and DPT Chair in developing recruitment plans and strategies that align with the University, central Graduate Admissions, Crean College and Physical Therapy's goals, missions and values.

Researches the demographic and academic characteristics of prospective students and applicants as well as other institutions to inform recruitment, admission and program goals, directions and decisions.

Collaborates with the Director of Admissions and Chair for Program Assessment and Accreditation on issues related to Admissions, Student Engagement, and Graduate Outcomes.

Develops and maintains policies and procedures for the admissions process

Manages the admissions budget for purchase of marketing materials and event costs.

Manages process of offering fellowships to admitted students

Oversees DPT admissions webpages

Conducts all communication with prospective and admitted students prior to matriculation

Manages applicant interview processes and scheduling

Identifies and enriches marketing messages that best attract quality prospective doctoral students.

Plans and provides tours, webinars, presentations and other communications, training, materials, scheduling and other logistical support to enhance recruitment and conversion efforts.

Advise applicants on admission policies and procedures. Evaluates and offers individualized plan of study for optimal admission standards when possible. Applies transfer credit guidelines in review and assessment of applications as appropriate.

Serves as the lead in evaluating approximately 600 application portfolios per year, handling appeals and exceptions and making admission recommendations with minimal supervision or guidelines.

Supervises graduate student workers in providing tours/webinars, responding to email and voicemail inquiries, creating and posting social media content.

Serves as the main liaison to the DPT central application site.

Coordinates the transition from admissions to registration for new students. Organizes newly admitted student events including New Student Orientation and Faculty Meet and Greet.

Works with Students' Success Committee and Department Chair by providing input on the admissions process that will impact students' success and retention in the graduate programs.

Keeps abreast of critical developments at the state, national, and professional organization levels pertaining to information relevant to the DPT degree.

Coordinates the engagement of students of the Physical Therapy Program for networking, clinical education opportunities, giving back, special events, etc.

Supports student engagement for department of PT program at Rinker Health Science Campus in collaboration with the Department Chair

Collaborates with the Clinical Education team on specific students to be actively engaged for potential clinical education placement opportunities

Supports strategic partnerships with cross section- Student Association, Alumni Association, Career & Professional Development

Creates communications for student engagement

Maintains student engagement tracking systems

Coordinates special events for networking and building relationships among students between cohorts

Accreditation and Assessment Support

Collaboratively supports regional and program accreditation efforts through report development and archiving department data.

Provides requested data to the Director of Admissions, Department Chair and the Assessment Committee required for the annual accreditation (AAR) report to CAPTE and the annual assessment processes.

Provides support for the CAPTE accreditation process. This includes technology set up for meetings, making edits to accreditation documents, and ensuring the program's success in maintaining ongoing accreditation.

General DPT Program Support

Sets-up and maintains electronic databases and records, including student databases. Gathers, compiles, and reports data as requested.

Serves as a lead of contact for new staff, assisting with on-boarding and orienting to the Department, College, and University. Additionally, serves as a resource to staff daily for questions, training, and document proofing.

Assists with other department events such as White Coat and Commencement ceremonies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

A minimum of two to three years related experience in student recruitment, admissions or registration, preferably at a higher education institution. Prior related experience in a physical therapy program is desirable.

Proven ability to work independently and make effective decisions appropriate for an exempt employee and for the position level

Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, anticipate and resolve problems, suggest alternatives and make decisions and/or recommendations as needed

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all organizational levels including administration, faculty, staff, students and outside community

Excellent oral and written communication skills including good use of grammar

Proven ability to comprehend a process and/or procedure and take a given task from the beginning to completion

Ability to compose letters, memos, program plans and goals as well as the skills to edit and proofread documents for clarity, accuracy and completeness

Strong computer skills to use Microsoft Office Suite applications

Ability to plan, coordinate and execute logistics for events

Skills to perform mathematical calculations and evaluate previous coursework/testing

Ability to supervise, train and evaluate student workers

Ability to prioritize information and events while completing tasks in a timely manner

Analytical skills to evaluate effectiveness of student affairs procedures and recommend changes

Sensitivity and understanding of individual student and family needs and cultural diversity

Ability to harvest, collate, analyze and interpret admissions and related data

Ability to understand and policies, procedures and admissions criteria, including but not limited to FERPA

Strong commitment to customer service, able to maintain confidentiality and adept at teamwork Technical skills to learn and use enterprise, college level and departmental tools and systems, such as PTCAS, WebAdmit, CPI, Campus Solutions, PeopleSoft, Technolutions Slate, Canvas, Taskstream and 25Live

Demonstrated knowledge of student recruitment, admission, registration or related activities, with the ability to become skilled in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program requirements

Ability to represent Chapman University, Crean College and the Physical Therapy's Department's goals, missions and values in a positive and persuasive manner

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

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