Job Description

Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page. Please apply directly through the University of Montana\'s career portal UM Jobs at for positions at the University of Montana \xe2\x80\x93 Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College. Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*.

The Department of Admissions invites applications for a Community Engagement and Visitor Coordinator to join their team. As the Community Engagement and Visitor Coordinator, your role involves not only fostering connections with the community and prospective students but also overseeing certain aspects of the campus visit and outreach programs. While you won\'t be directly managing a team of employees, your position will require you to collaborate with various individuals and coordinate tasks effectively.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Foster and nurture relationships with local schools, community organizations, and relevant stakeholders to increase the university\'s outreach and encourage participation in campus visits.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Events and Experience to meticulously plan and execute captivating campus visit programs for both individual visitors and groups from community organizations.
• Serve as a bridge between the university and community partners, addressing inquiries, providing information, and facilitating partnerships that resonate with the university\'s mission.
• Oversee the management and distribution of promotional items (swag), ensuring appropriate allocation for campus visit programs, community events, and other outreach initiatives. This includes coordinating inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining records to facilitate smooth distribution.
• Collaborate closely with the Campus Visit Coordinator to harmonize the visitor experience and ensure a seamless execution of daily visit requirements.
• Manage event and group visit logistics, encompassing registration, communication, and coordination of materials for community outreach events and group tours.
• Create and maintain comprehensive resources and materials for community partners, including information packets, swag, presentation materials, and virtual resources.
• Participate in training programs to stay well-informed about the university\'s offerings and refine your presentation and communication skills.
• Assist in the coordination of virtual events and information sessions for community partners and groups unable to participate in person.

Required Skills

• Ability to speak knowledgably about UM and answer questions about academic programs, financial aid, student life, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information and engage with diverse audiences, including groups, prospective students, families, community partners, and university staff.
• Ability to make presentations and represent the University of Montana in a professional manner in multiple cultural settings.
• Strong organizational skills to manage event logistics, schedules, materials, and outreach efforts effectively and efficiently.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as needed.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Montana\xe2\x80\x99s Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License.

Minimum Required Experience

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree and two (2) years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

About the Admissions and

The mission of the Admissions Office is to attract, support and enhance student enrollment at the University of Montana by providing quality information, service and complete financial options to make the enrollment process efficient accessible and student centered.

The University of Montana is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains where three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of \xe2\x80\x9cmission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

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Position Details

Position Title: Community Engagement Visitor Coordinator

(Admissions Representative II)

Position Number: 005150

Department: Admissions

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, some evenings and weekends required.

Salary: $21.291/hr Current employee\xe2\x80\x99s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the .

Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period: Six months minimum

: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran\'s Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans\xe2\x80\x99 or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply

Priority Application Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.

Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

A complete application Includes: * Letter of Interest \xe2\x80\x93 addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as \xe2\x80\x9cDear Search Committee\xe2\x80\x9d or \xe2\x80\x9cDear Hiring Manager\xe2\x80\x9d is acceptable.

• Detailed Resume \xe2\x80\x93 listing education and describing work experience.
• Professional References \xe2\x80\x93 names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

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