Admissions Representative
- Employer
- South University
- Location
- Virginia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Feb 24, 2021
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South University, the right direction for a brighter future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Generous Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for recruiting qualified applicants for admissionto the University in accordance with state and federal accreditation and institution policies and regulations, consistent with the highest ethical standards. The Admissions Representativeis responsible for managing time and inquiry resources to generate interest in our programs. This position will conduct a high quantity of prospect phone contacts to secure appointments and interview activity, and conduct follow-up activity with unresolved interviewees and future class applicants. They will work interdepartmentally withstudentsupport services to ensure students are maintained and successfully matriculated.
Incumbent must assure that the
South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the
duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to
clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of
employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an
environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and
expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
-
Accurately and completely
explain educational programs, expected outcomes, student services,
and financial consideration to students, parents, and
educators.
Manage inquiries to achieve
prompt contact and performance activity weekly goals; utilize
approved recruitment policies/formats; make prompt and effective
contact with inquiries and redirect unqualified candidates based
upon incompatible career goals.
Secure new inquiries (Personally
Developed Referrals) by directly asking phone and in-person
contacts about referrals of others to contact that may be
interested in programs offered.
Schedule and conduct interviews,
pursue qualified candidates for enrollment, and determine
appropriateness of candidates for enrollment based upon career goal
compatibility.
Accurately forecast projected
new students on a periodic basis for
admissions
leadership.
Consistently conduct follow-up
meetings, monthly at minimum, with all applicants to ensure
successful matriculation.
Assist other personnel and
departments with data collection and problem
solving.
Participate in appropriate
recruitment and enrollment activities including: open houses,
regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs,
career days, community
outreach, employer partnerships, etc.
Other duties as
assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
-
Bachelor's degree in Business or
a related field and one year successful admissions or sales
experience
OR
Associate's degree and three
year's successful admissions or sales experience. (Salary level
will be based on degree level).
Sincere interest in helping others achieve life goals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations. Superior organizational and problem resolution skills. Goal oriented and highly ethical. Strong expertise with MS Office as well as field related hardware and software packages and systems for reporting features. Ability to interact effectively as either a leader or as a member of a team and work collaboratively with other departments. Ability to listen to customers (e.g.staff, etc.) and to understand and respond positively to their requests. Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities. Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an
individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable
accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to communicate professionally in person, over the
telephone,video
conference,through
email and other electronic means, move about the office or school,
handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or
otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is
occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise
specified in the job description.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
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