Xavier University’s Office of Admission invites applications for the role of Director, APEX Recruitment. The primary responsibility of this position is to share the value of a Xavier education with adult and non-traditional students.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and lead institutional strategies for APEX (Adult and Professional Education at Xavier) enrollment
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for adult undergraduate students
• Oversee enrollment funnel and admission decision processing for undergraduate adult students
• Manage APEX recruitment staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position reports to the Dean of Admission and is a member of the Undergraduate Admission staff that includes adult, transfer, international, and traditional undergraduate recruitment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, or enrollment management, particularly with adult or non-traditional students.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience using data to inform decision-making
• Experience managing staff and collaborating with various departments and external stakeholders
• Familiarity with financial aid processes, specifically as they relate to adult learners.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Knowledge of current market trends and challenges facing adult learners in higher education
• Experience using Slate (CRM) or similar admissions management systems
• Proven track record of building community partnerships and pipelines for student recruitment.

Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal art and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives. Xavier is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment; we welcome candidates who thrive in a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged and embraced.

Candidates who have worked with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website . Candidates are asked to include with their cover letter a brief statement on how they might support/contribute to Xavier’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Review of applications will start on November 15, 2024.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• Involvement and support throughout the proposal and preconstruction processes.
• Work closely with estimating and purchasing during the procurement/buy-out phase of the project.
• Provide constructability reviews of drawings and budget updates, as necessary.
• Review and management of project team and staffing requirements.
• Attend and run weekly owner/architect/contractor (OAC) project and subcontractor meetings; manage preparation and distribution of meeting minutes.
• Continuously coordinate with field staff (General Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, etc.) on project goals, budget and schedule.
• Overall management of project financials, including cost reporting, monthly requisitions, review and approval of invoices: ensure timely completion, management of the requisition process to maintain cash flow throughout the project and address/communicate issues proactively and promptly.
• Budget forecasting.
• Change Management (including negotiation of disputes as necessary).
• Represent Consigli with Owner, Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors.
• Main point of contact for Owner communication and reporting.
• Mentor staff: manage multiple team members on large complex or multiple projects.
• Provide evaluation(s) of team members on performance and identify training needs. Conduct training and development of others.
• Provide oversight and management of project controls including RFIs, submittals and material delivery tracking with support from APM and PE.
• Oversight of Material Delivery tracking and reporting.
• Oversight of meeting agenda, the development of minutes and reporting.
• Maintain close relations with subcontractors, including early notification of submittal & material delivery schedule expectations.
• Assist the project Superintendent and other team members in the resolution of all critical issues with a focus on quality, cost, and schedule. Provide documentation as necessary.
• Monitor executed subcontracts and insurance certificates; verify contracts and insurance are in place prior to commencing work.
• Work closely with Project Scheduler to update and distribute project master schedule with input from Superintendent and project teams.
• Complete and implement project closeout checklist.
• Manage the timely close out documentation process for assembly and submission to the Design Team and Owner.
• Provide oversight and coordination of the work; manage issuance and completion of punchlist to Subcontractors; drive project to completion.
• Observations and Field Reports: work with project team to conduct field walks as necessary and compile any corresponding documentation accordingly. Review Design Team field reports and work with required parties to resolve open items and drive resolution.
• Perform regular safety walks with field and safety staff and record observations.
• Assist in preparation and present at interviews for project pursuits.
• Take lead in the development and management optimal project profit opportunities including self-perform trades.