Admissions Counselor - Recruiter
About The Position
The Admissions Counselor - Recruiter will be responsible for managing the University’s undergraduate student recruitment efforts in an assigned territory and other areas as designated. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree is required with at least two (2) years of experience in admissions/recruitment procedures, customer service, marketing, or related field.
- Extensive knowledge of the student enrollment lifecycle, from application submissions to final enrollment
- Proficiency in managing large datasets and interacting with central administrative systems.
- Ability to read maps and give directions
- Strong command of internet and standard office technologies, including email, search engines, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access)
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and documents
- Skill in maintaining well-organized project files and documentation
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Proactive and self-motivated, capable of initiating tasks under general supervision
- Superior verbal and written communication skills, essential for explaining complex information to diverse audiences
- Excellent public speaking and presentation abilities
- Aptitude for crafting concise reports or narratives to interpret data results or explain their significance
- Valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle
- Willingness and ability to travel, including overnight and out-of-state trips
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with high school counselors and community college representatives
- Travel to and represent the university at high schools and community colleges by recruiting students, attending college fairs, and presenting at college-day events
- Communicate effectively with prospective students regarding important dates, deadlines, missing credentials, and enrollment information via email, phone, text, social media, and in-person meetings
- Plan and participate in on- and off-campus recruiting events
- Develop and strengthen partnerships within the community
- Support the development of recruitment strategies and projects
- Collaborate with other campus departments and offices on recruitment activities
- Track and report on recruiting activities
- Guide prospective students and visitors through the UA Little Rock application process for admission, financial aid, and the Workday student database system
- Provide comprehensive information to students and visitors about UA Little Rock, admissions requirements, and undergraduate programs of study
- Conduct campus tours for prospective students and their families
- Perform data entry and review admission documents such as high school transcripts, college transcripts, test scores (ACT, SAT, Accuplacer), immunization records, letters of good standing, letters of non-attendance, permission letters from parents and school officials to ensure compliance with the university admission standards
- Determine applicant admissibility to the University and render admission decisions
- Utilize official websites to verify the accreditation of colleges attended by transfer applicants and to confirm enrollment at previous institutions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
