Develops and implements Corps’ recruitment programs and policies in accordance with guidelines established by the President of the University, the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Commandant of Cadets, and the Assistant Commandant for Recruiting. Responsible to the Assistant Commandant for Recruiting for implementing a comprehensive Corps’ recruiting plan for outreach to families and external student recruiting. Designs and implements effective recruiting initiatives to attract diverse, highly talented, and productive student cadets to Virginia Tech. Internally, works closely with personnel from the ROTC Departments, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, and members of the cadet regiment. Also serves on internal committees, as required. Externally, works closely with Virginia Tech Corps
of Cadets Alumni, Inc. (VTCCA) and event planning vendors.
Required Qualifications
Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. The chosen candidate will have college fair and/or recruiting experience with a federal service academy, senior military college, college ROTC program, or comparable professional experience in higher education. The chosen candidate will also have strong communication skills, effective presentation skills, and a collaborative work style. The ability to interact effectively with diverse populations and to provide leadership to alumni volunteers, current high school and college students through counseling, coaching, and mentoring will be required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Communications, Higher Education, or Public Affairs and/or related field. Experience with SLATE in an Admissions or Enrollment Management role. ROTC or military experience is preferred. Experience managing volunteers and families within a higher education setting is also preferred.
Pay Band
AP Faculty
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$52,000 – $55,000
Review Date
8/25/2023
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check and a driving check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Leketa Miller at leketa@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Advertised: July 13, 2023
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