Job Description
The primary purpose of the Admissions Counselor is to assist new applicants in achieving first-time enrollment. Admissions Counselors are the primary point of contact for new applicants for all issues relative to enrolling for the first time. Counselors will assist students as they navigate admissions requirements and will work with key personnel to build a degree map and financing strategy for all new applicants.
Position Accountabilities - Meet annual contact goals in order to enroll new students.
- Meet monthly targets for application generation through territory management and attending assigned recruitment events.
- Conduct entrance interviews with all applicants.
- Ensure timely review of student applicant files, transcripts, financial documents, etc.
- Conduct a degree and financial planning strategy session with all applicants.
- Ensure student applicants have successfully registered for and confirmed for the first term of attendance.
- Execute proactive and intentional notifications to students to complete necessary financial aid and registration/confirmation processes as needed.
- Utilize available technologies and the university CRM to provide student status reports, alert necessary resource personnel, conduct outreach, and record interactions.
Position Requirements - Bachelor's Degree required.
- Preference is given to candidates with advising, marketing, or sales experience.
- Must be able to travel and have a valid US driver's license.
- The ability to be self-motivated while performing a number of different tasks. •Must be able to do research and detailed work.
- Highly flexible, creative, and able to adapt to new project demands.
- Strong problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
- Preference is given to candidates with working knowledge and experience with a wide range of computer technology such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), databases, telephony, and constituent relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Ability to work both face-to-face and in a virtual environment, effectively responding to email, chat, or phone calls.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Able to work on a non-traditional schedule, specifically evenings and weekends.
Park University provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and paid undergraduate tuition for employees and dependents. Park University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
Qualified applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements.
Job Tags
Remote job, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,