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Green River Community College is located on a 168-acre wooded site near Auburn, Washington, about 30 miles from both Seattle and Tacoma. The college opened in 1965 and enrolls over 9,000 students, includes 11 instructional divisions and 50 vocational programs, and employs over 1000 full and part-time staff. Green River Community College recognizes that embracing diversity maximizes faculty and staff contribution to our goals and provides the best opportunity for student achievement.

Director of International Recruitment
($50,000 - $58,000)

Reports to: Dean of International Programs	Department: International Programs
Position Type: Exempt
	This position is open until filled; however, first consideration for review will be given to applications received by Friday, September 5, 2008.
About the International Programs Office: The International Programs office at Green River Community College serves approximately 1000 international students from more than 40 different countries. The majority of students are enrolled in academic classes, with the intent to transfer and pursue a four-year degree. Our students have transferred to top universities including: University of Washington, UCLA, USC, Indiana University, Purdue, University of Michigan and many other schools. About 400 students are served in our Intensive English as a Second Language Program. Students usually live in Campus Corner Apartments, our on-campus housing facility, or with host families, in shared housing, or in apartments near the school. POSITION PURPOSE: The Director of International Recruitment's primary function is to develop, plan, and direct the recruitment of international students from countries within assigned region. The position reports to the Dean of International Programs. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for annual, assigned recruitment target. Markets and sells GRCC’s educational products and services to students, international agents and organizations. Develops and implements individual marketing plan and manages assigned marketing budget. Cultivates and maintains good working relationship with international agents and organizations. Conducts E-marketing and sales. Travels to promote GRCC and recruit students. Visits agents and organizations and attends college fairs. Hosts agents and prospective students and their parents on GRCC campus. Provides cultural, immigration, academic, professional-technical, and transfer information to prospective international students, parents and agents. Participates as a member of the Marketing Team. Participates as member of the Enrollment Management Team (which consists of the members of the Marketing, Advising, and Services areas). Manages and mentors Student Marketing Assistant(s). Executes other related responsibilities as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree Minimum 2 years experience in student recruitment Proven track record with target-based recruitment Experience with relationship marketing Direct marketing and sales experience representing educational products and services Experience with E-marketing/sales (e-mail, web) Experience working with educational agencies Ability to travel internationally two to six weeks at a time with a minimum of eight weeks annually Experience living or working in international environment Highly effective written and oral communication skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Proficiency with languages other than English Student advising experience Knowledge of F-1 visa process and regulations Demonstrated expertise with digital marketing Experience working in a community college Experience with Word, PowerPoint, and ACCESS database The desired candidate will also have the ability to: Contribute to the College’s commitment to diversity by fostering a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation Be self-directed as well as a collaborative team player Be innovative and creative Develop and maintain productive relationships with educational agents, students and parents Multi-task numerous projects with demonstrated time management and organizational skills Maintain a friendly, positive attitude TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is an exempt position with an annual salary range of $50,000 - $58,000. Position includes an excellent state benefits package (health and dental plans, participation in TIAA-CREF Retirement Plan, 24 vacation days per year, 11 paid holidays per year, and 12 sick days per year). Other fringe benefits include tuition exemption, convenient daycare, and on-campus fitness center and the ability to participate in voluntary deferred compensation programs, Guaranteed Tuition Program and a flexible spending account (FSA) program. Occasional work occurs during the evenings and on weekends and extensive travel. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: An application packet may be requested by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (253) 833-9111, extension 3320, email, hr@greenriver.edu, or www.greenriver.edu/hr. This position is open until filled; however, first consideration for review will be given to applications received by Friday, September 5, 2008. Completed applications must consist of: Green River Community College Application [Link to document in MS Word or PDF] Cover letter addressing major responsibilities (not to exceed two pages) Current resume Demographic Data Form [Your voluntary cooperation is appreciated.] Please submit all application materials on plain white bond paper (no cardstock or colored paper). Please do not staple materials and please do not submit materials other than those listed above. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Other unsolicited materials will not be shared with the selection committee and will not be returned to the applicant. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials as soon as possible. Applicants who fax or e-mail materials must then forward original signed materials. The completed application package and all materials submitted with it become the property of the college and will not be returned. Mail application materials to: Office of Human Resources Green River Community College 12401 - S.E. 320th St. Auburn, WA 98092-3699 Selection Procedure: A selection committee will screen all applications. Candidates maybe contacted on a conference call. Selected candidates will be invited for personal interviews. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Green River Community College is a committed equal opportunity employer and educator and operates under an affirmative action policy. The college is committed to meeting its diversity needs. We strongly encourage all qualified applicants, ESPECIALLY ETHNIC AND RACIAL MINORITIES, WOMEN, PERSONS OF DISABILITY, PERSONS OVER THE AGE OF 40, AND VIETNAM-ERA VETERANS to apply. It is the responsibility of applicants selected for interview to notify the college of any accommodations required as a result of a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Additional information about Green River Community College at: http://www.greenriver.edu/