Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Provides general oversight and administration of any assigned program, initiative, or objective, which should include supervision of staff. Assigns and reviews work; establishes timeframes for the completion of assigned tasks; trains and orients new employees; approves/disapproves requests for paid leaves; interviews candidates for employment and makes recommendations for hire; evaluates employee work performance; receives and responds to grievances; provides assistance with the development of unit work procedures and policies.

Researches and makes recommendations to supervisor regarding assigned area?s policies and procedures as it relates to completion of work and/or provision of services; administers regulations and/or policies. 

Develops, implements, and distributes regular and ad hoc reports; reviews and evaluates reports for efficiency and effectiveness. 

Directs and/or coordinates daily tasks related to one or more assigned components of a department?s/division?s overall programs and/or services.

Regularly communicates with supervisor and other staff, including student workers, as required or needed in the completion of daily tasks in support of the department?s/division?s overall goals and objectives.

Prepares and maintains accurate records of daily tasks in accordance with the department?s/division?s (or University?s) policies and procedures and assures timely communication with supervisor, staff, and students where appropriate.

Gathers data and prepares reports and other information/documentation for supervisory review related to the department?s/division?s programs and/or services, or one or more assigned components thereof.

Interacts with diverse populations of prospective students to counsel and explain admissions policy and procedures; discusses available academic programs; executes specific recruitment strategies (e.g. high school visits, college fair visits, and personal contact with prospective students, family member and school counselors) to achieve goals. 

Assists with the planning and implementation of recruitment events. 

Gathers information from external and internal sources to identify and understand how various factors impact assigned territories; evaluates the information to develop strategies within assigned recruitment territory.

Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; participates in staff development activities; attends meetings, conferences, and other events.

Other Functions and Responsibilities: Assists with training new hires.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday. Must be available for overnight travel, occasional evening and weekend hours. 

Supervision Exercised: Supervision is exercised over staff and students.

Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: Valid driver?s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of: University policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; department/division goals and objectives*; department/division policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management; policy administration; process improvement.?

Skill in: basic SQL and/or other relational database reporting tools; communication and public relations; use of office equipment; typing, data entry; computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the assigned department/division*.?

Ability to: work in a technically oriented team environment, exercise judgment, meet established deadlines, manage multiple assignments, effectively communicate technical issues to staff; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; prepare accurate documentation; maintain records according to established procedures; travel to and gain access to work site; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one tasks to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.??

(*) Developed after employment.?

Minimum Qualifications:  At least a bachelor?s degree in a related field and at least two years of related experience. 

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An Institution of Opportunity: Youngstown State University inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives. As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University’s mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU’s culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education. Youngstown State University is where students thrive in their educational and career pursuits, where scholarship creates innovative solutions, and where community engagement is a cornerstone of collaboration that collectively contribute to the sustainable prosperity of the region and beyond. We—the faculty, staff, administrators, and students of Youngstown State University—hold the following values essential to achieving the mission and realizing the vision. Centrality of Studen...ts – We put students first, fostering their holistic and lifelong success. Excellence and Innovation – We bring academic excellence and innovation to learning and life for all stakeholders. Integrity and Human Dignity – We root all behaviors, decisions and actions in the achievement of integrity, mutual respect, collegiality, equity and inclusion. Collaboration and Public Engagement – We embrace collaboration and create innovative partnerships to foster sustainability and enrich our university, our culture, and region. Please use the following link to learn more about YSU: https://ysu.edu/about-ysu

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