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Admissions Specialist



Admissions Specialist

Salary: $51,145

Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community’s college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.

The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking a full-time Admissions Specialist in our Admissions office. The Admissions Specialist works closely with the Director of Admissions to develop and implement an Admissions Recruitment Plan that is consistent with the College’s strategic plan and initiatives. Responsible for recruiting students to achieve college enrollment objectives by working with high school counselors, adult learners, community agencies, and local businesses by participating in information programs and assisting students in the selection of educational programs

Key responsibilities for this position include:
  • Represents the College at recruiting events such as college nights, open houses, information sessions, high school visitations, local businesses, etc.;
  • Coordinates and assists with the implementation of recruitment activities with the Academic Schools, Center for Corporate & Community Education, and the Rome Campus;
  • Counsels prospective students on program selection and explains services available at the College;
  • Works closely with other offices on campus to identify, recruit, and assist prospective students to the college;
  • Coordinates the College Connection and Magnet Bridge program for the college;
  • Coordinates all on-campus group recruitment events;
  • Assists in the preparation of admissions brochures, pamphlets and booklets describing educational programs and opportunities available at the College;
  • Works with the Director of Admissions to analyze data and develop programs and services to increase yield rates;
  • Collaborates with the Director of Admissions and Assistant Director of Admissions to provide recruitment strategies and recommendations;
  • Other duties as need and as assigned by the Director of Admissions as related to the job description.
Qualifications:


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience in college admissions, recruitment, counseling or related field
  • Possession of valid New York State Drive License at time of appointment and for duration of appointment
  • Must have strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to travel throughout New York State and work some evenings/weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Three (3) years of experience in a community college admissions office
  • Demonstrated familiarity with the Banner student records management system
Special Instructions to Applicants: Official academic transcripts required upon hire.

Review Start Date: 1/17/2022

Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, different abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.

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