University Tracks Center Coordinator

The office of Admissions at Colorado State University - Pueblo is dedicated to providing accurate, responsive, and respectful service to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, and community college personnel.  Our purpose is three-fold:

• To promote CSU-Pueblo and its programs to prospective students and their representatives;
• To generate applications, admit and enroll students that reflect the University's standards and values; and
• To provide leadership toward achieving goals for new student enrollment, most specifically as related to the number, quality and diversity of students.

Primary Duties

• Provides information and assistance for general four-year college planning, including counseling on admissions processes, discussing the benefits of a four-year education, and answering specific questions related to going to college. Assists with the completion of college applications and essays and helps students with other tasks related to the college search process as needed. Coordinates with teachers to supplement class lessons with information about college preparation as needed.
• Works with district staff and University departments to become knowledgeable of pertinent financial aid and scholarship details, both general and specific to CSU-Pueblo. Provides financial aid and scholarship expertise to students, their families, and district staff.
• Serves as a liaison between district and school staff and CSU-Pueblo departments, including the Offices of Admissions, Student Financial Services, and Extended Studies. Assists students with applications for programs such as Concurrent Enrollment, Senior to Sophomore, and TRiO programs. Assists with the coordination of visits from CSU-Pueblo stakeholders (faculty, staff, students, alumni, etc.) to high school classrooms and of group visits to the CSU-Pueblo campus.
• Provides information about CSU-Pueblo admission requirements, academic programs, special services, scholarships and financial aid, housing, etc.  Encourages prospective students to visit campus and apply for admission.  Provides a personal connection to the University for prospective students by reaching out to students on an individual level (as appropriate) and providing appropriate follow-up inquiries.
• Develops and facilitates district-wide and school-specific events and programs for students and families, including, but not limited to financial aid and scholarship nights, application days, and departmental programming.
• Works to create and maintain a positive working relationship with high school counselors within assigned district. Attends staff meetings at both CSU-Pueblo and the district schools, as required. Conducts update sessions with high school counselors; provides school personnel with timely information regarding students from their respective schools who are considering CSU-Pueblo (admitted student lists, incomplete application lists, scholarship lists, etc.).
• Assists with the first-year student recruitment planning process, including communication plan and publication development, as well as on-campus activities for first-year students and parents.
• Contributes to additional functions in the Admissions Office and the Visitor Center, and assists in other aspects for recruitment as required.

• Serves on various community and University committees.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Valid driver's license
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Willing to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Ability to lift and carry materials for recruiting purposes
• Ability to work independently and self-motivate
• Willing to rotate work locations regularly to serve all students within assigned district

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Experience in college admissions, college counseling, visitors center, or comparable positions
• Graduate of USC/CSU-Pueblo
• Personable and approachable to prospective students/parents
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and follow-up in a timely manner
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

CSU-Pueblo is a regional, comprehensive university. The 275-acre campus, which overlooks the Front Range of south-central Colorado, is located in Pueblo, approximately 100 miles south of Denver in one of the more culturally dynamic regions of the country. Pueblo is proud of its ethnically and culturally diverse populations of over 100,000 people. The University is dedicated to having a multi-cultural campus and is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution. The University enrolls more than 4,000 students in twenty-eight undergraduate programs with approximately 510 full-time faculty and staff. The University is committed to diversity, and has made educational equity for students one of its highest priorities. With the endorsement of campus, community, system and government constituencies, the University has enthusiastically embarked on a strategic plan to enhance admissions standards, increase program offerings, and improve academic services, including the teaching/ learning process. The Pueblo community offers a major arts center, several golf courses, Lake Pueblo - a large reservoir for sailing and boating - and a 20.5 mile long nature trail for hikers and cyclists. The city is within a short drive of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range, allowing for hiking, mountain climbing, fishing, camping, and skiing.

All interested candidates must apply through the on-line application system. No other format of application materials will be accepted. Applicants must attach a letter of intent (cover letter); a current resume or CV; an unofficial transcript; and three professional references with contact information to the on-line application. Applications submitted without the required information above will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with exception to their personal contact and demographic information.

Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, though all applications received by Friday, May 25, 2018 at 4 p.m. will be given full consideration.

Colorado State University - Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.

The University reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.

Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

It is the policy of Colorado State University-Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities.  If you need accommodations, please contact the Human Resources at (719) 549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.

In compliance with the Clery Act 1990, the University's annual security report is available at: https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety/index.html.

Colorado State University-Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the University complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.