Posted 28 days ago
Description:
The Admissions Representative is responsible for identifying,
establishing, and maintaining effective student referral partnerships;
generating interest in the University through personal contacts; and
securing applications for admission from new students. Admissions
Representatives have entrepreneurial responsibility to develop their
enrollment strategy and plan to meet their lead and enrollment goals.
Admissions Representatives must successfully transition new students
into developing working relationship with Advisors. All
responsibilities must be performed in an ethical manner consistent with
the University's mission, vision and cultural values.
Responsibilities: 1. Generate leads for prospective students through
personal contacts, high schools, community colleges, group
presentations on and off campus, alumni, and other strategies.
Requirements:
Bachelor degree (from accredited institution) in sales, marketing or
related field required. Minimum of 3 years demonstrated successful
outside sales experience required, experience in higher education
setting preferred. Demonstrated effective public speaking skills.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills, motivation and
self-direction. Ability to maintain a professional appearance and
manner. Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, meet deadlines, and
accomplish goals. Demonstrated ability to work accurately and
effectively with computerized data systems (PC and mainframe).
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse
backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of
cooperation and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation
skills, both written and oral which transcend diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to
students, parents, faculty, staff, and others while maintaining
appropriate confidentiality. Must be highly motivated and solution
oriented with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the
mission of the University. Must be able to work an irregular schedule,
evenings or Saturday as needed, additional hours during peak times or
as required. Special Instructions to Applicants: Please note that
this role will be responsible for the northern Michigan and Upper
Penisula territory.