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* Develop goals, strategies and plans for completing the responsibilities of college initiatives provided by the Records Office as well as supporting special programs * Execute all procedures and policies relating to college award retention and completion of graduation requirements and credit transfer, sports eligibility, and VA certification * Administer probation and suspension process * Participate in college-wide decision-making, as well as maintaining regular contact with all advisory committees and student groups on project related matters * Develop and provide tools for incorporating technology into office processes relative to the college's resource requirements

Related secretarial supportand administrative support leading up to the Marketing Communications functions prior to promotion to Marketing Communications Administrator.

* Provide leadership and management of Admissions and Registration Department policies and processes for the college * Develop operating policy and procedures for all division functions as well as incorporating technology into office processes * Advise and Administer college staff regarding academic policies, FERPA, and other state and federal government regulations * Serve as Primary Designated School Official for International students overseeing compliance of student visa status, MnSCU and SEVIS reporting as well as orientation and academic advising. * Serve as Student Activities Advisor to build good relations among various student groups and prepare for event planning

* Contact, interview, and telecounsel prospective students up to the final admission process * Developed and implemented recruitment and retention strategies for increasing enrollment * Developed and implemented marketing, recruitment and communication plans for the school’s programs and resources * Expanded the school’s growing reputation by promoting a positive image and enhancing public awareness of the school through media relations, publications, advertising, marketing and special events * Develop, Write and Publish Marketing Business Plan * Developed and coordinated special events and promotional programs

* Developed and managed communication needs for the US/OUS Automotive Division * Managed and directed print production, creative agencies, photography and outside agencies used for development of communication and packaging needs * Write, Edit and Publish Technical Data Sheets * Supported international marketing translations and collateral needs * Coordinated trade-shows, special events and promotional programs in support of product lines.