Admissions Advisor - Strategic Partnerships

Post University•Waterbury, CT

1d•$45,000•Remote

About The Position

Post University continues its remarkable success story built on one mission: changing the lives of our students and associates. Our culture is intentional, distinctive, and grounded in behaviors that reflect who we are and how we serve. At Post, admissions is not simply recruitment. It is the beginning of a student’s journey and the first demonstration of the personal, high-touch experience that defines our institution. The Strategic Partnership Admissions Advisor serves as the frontline ambassador for Post University’s employer and community partnerships, guiding prospective students through a personalized discovery process that aligns their career ambitions with educational opportunity. Working closely with the Strategic Partnerships team, this advisor transforms partnership-driven inquiries into successful enrollments by delivering thoughtful advising, rapid response, and a white-glove service experience that aligns with our partners' expectations and Post University's culture. The ideal candidate is consultative, student-centered, and partnership-minded. This is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds trust quickly, and understands that every interaction represents both the Post brand and the promise we make to our students.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build trust and connection quickly.
Demonstrated ability to manage high communication volume while maintaining professionalism and service quality.
Comfort using CRM systems, Microsoft Office tools, and enrollment management platforms.
Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.
Strong personal accountability, integrity, and commitment to student success.
A team-oriented professional who believes that student impact and partnership success are shared responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience in admissions, consultative sales, customer engagement, or student advising preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as the first point of contact for prospective students from employer and community partners, conducting professional advisory conversations by phone, text, and digital communication channels.
Guides prospective students through a consultative discovery process to align their career goals with appropriate academic programs and pathways.
Convertspartnership-generated inquiries into enrolled and successful starts through thoughtful advising, responsiveness, and persistence.
Provide clear guidance on program structure, enrollment steps, funding pathways, and academic expectations.
Delivers a high-touch, white-glove advising experience that reflects the expectations of Post’s employer partners.
Serves as a liaison between prospective students and internal partnership teams to ensure alignment and seamless service.
Maintains proactive communication with partnership stakeholders when appropriate to support enrollment engagement and outcomes.
Strengthens the overall partner experience by ensuring prospective students feel supported, informed, and confident in their enrollment decision.
Advises students who utilize employer tuition benefits, tuition assistance programs, or alternative funding pathways, helping them navigate the enrollment process with clarity.
Supports the University’s strategic initiative to expand employer-funded enrollment pathways and diversify revenue sources.
Ensures students understand how their academic choices align with workforce opportunities and professional advancement.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of all prospective student interactions across University systems.
Upholds exceptional integrity and attention to detail when tracking inquiries,advisingsessions, and enrollment progress.
Ensures a seamless onboarding experience by coordinating closely with financial aid, advising, and enrollment operations teams.
Supports continuous improvement through accurate reporting and data-informed communication practices.
Demonstrates Post University’s non-negotiable behaviors in every interaction with students, colleagues, and partners.
Contributes to a collaborative admissions culture where success is measured through team outcomes and student impact.
Embraces feedback, coaching, and continuous improvement in support of professional growth and organizational effectiveness.
Reinforces a culture where humility, accountability, and service excellence guide daily work.