Resources

VACRAO offers its members a variety of resources. See below for current jobs, award and grant info, useful links, and presentations and articles from past meetings. To have a job announcement posted, please send the details to info@vacrao.org.

Virginia Tech - two positions in Undergraduate Admissions

Posted on July 1, 2008
  • Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
  • Assistant Director for Diversity Initiatives

Each position serves as one of ten assistant directors who implement the Virginia Tech recruitment program; represent the university to prospective students and families; cultivate relationships with secondary school personnel; manage a territory; review applications – make and enter admissions decisions; travel each fall and each spring visiting high schools and participating in college fairs; head one special assignment area; participate in professional development; perform other administrative duties as assigned. Special assignments include, as examples, liaison to the Virginia Community College System, liaison with information technology, Open House coordination, and advising student tour guides. The specific assignments for these open positions are: international application review (shared) and management of diversity initiatives.

Both positions require evening and weekend work (about once a month), and out-of-town travel. The candidate must be able to lift, independently, at least 30 pounds, and be able to travel independently.

Qualifications for both include a Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience; experience working with diverse populations; experience in admissions, academic advising, counseling or related field; demonstrated organizational skills to accommodate multiple priorities; exemplary interpersonal, communication and presentation skills with individuals and large groups; computer proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable software. Preference given for Master’s degree, admissions experience in a higher education setting; experience with the land grant mission; experience with Banner; and experience in the specific special assignments area.

Virginia Tech has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and people with disabilities.

Applicants must apply on-line at www.jobs.vt.edu, and choose posting #080642 for the Assistant Director of Admissions position, or posting #080656 for the Assistant Director for Diversity Initiatives position. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names of three professional references to the faculty application. Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2008. Questions may be addressed to Ms. Dianne Flinchum at flnchmd@vt.edu, or 540-231-6951.

Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify Ms. Dianne Flinchum, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Virginia Tech, 201 Burruss Hall, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Phone: (540) 231-6951.

Lees-McRae College - Assistant Director of Admissions

Posted on June 12, 2008

The Office of Admissions at Lees-McRae College is searching for an Assistant Director of Admissions to join our dynamic admissions team. This full-time, 12-month position reports to the Associate Director of Admissions.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Director of Admissions will contribute to the overall recruitment efforts of the College and plan and implement procedures and programs for attracting and matriculating students. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Present information on Lees-McRae College to groups of students, parents, educators and alumni
  • Interview prospective students
  • Evaluate and present applications to the admissions committee
  • Design and implement a recruitment plan for designated geographic regions and target populations
  • Correspond with students, alumni, parents and educators
  • Travel to high schools, college fairs, agencies and conferences representing Lees-McRae College’s distinctive educational opportunities for talented and diverse students
  • Working with emerging technologies in admissions

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree; familiarity with liberal arts colleges and non-profit organizations; well-developed oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to work independently, with a team, and with various constituencies; willingness and ability to travel, work evening and weekend hours; a valid driver’s license is necessary, as well as the ability to meet Lees-McRae College insurability standards. Preference given to individuals with prior experience related to education, marketing, or diverse populations.

Compensation: Within the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply: To be considered, send cover letter, résumé and a list of three professional references to:

Carolyn Ward
Director of Human Resources
Lees-McRae College
P.O. Box 128
Banner Elk, NC 28604
wardc@lmc.edu

Lees-McRae College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

VACRAO Awards

The Awards and Resolutions Committee uses a variety of criteria for awards. A nomination form is also available.

Jean Rayburn Memorial Grant

Established in 1985, the Jean Rayburn Memorial Grant program offers financial support to VACRAO members for research projects designed to enhance the admissions and registrar professions. The grant was established in memory of Jean Rayburn, a former VACRAO President and Dean of Admission at the University of Virginia.

Useful Links

AACRAO – American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers

FERPA – (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) U.S. Department of Education Family Policy Compliance Office

IPEDS – Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

NACAC – National Association for Admissions Counseling

NAFSFAA – National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators

SACRAO – Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers

SCHEV – State Council of Education in Virginia

SCHEV Domicile Officers information