Admissions Manager

Abilene Christian University•Dallas, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. The Admissions Advisor is responsible for supervising and leading student admissions teams for ACU's Online programs.

Requirements

Has a high working knowledge of internal database and CRM systems including Google systems and Microsoft office products.
Possess a high knowledge of the higher education market and industry
Must be student and advisor-oriented and have the ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
Customer service or advising experience in an educational environment entailing one one-on-one interaction is highly preferred
Must be self-motivated and be able to work effectively in a team environment
Professional Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution required; advanced degree desirable
Minimum of 1-2 years in an Enrollment function role
Demonstrable experience from successfully working in a team environment
Proficient in the use of the Internet and is detail oriented.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent customer service skills, as well as superior verbal and written communication skills.
1 - 2 years of previous admissions experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Collaborative nature
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
A desire for meaningful work and mission orientation
Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Displays public support and pride in company
Keen mind, excellent negotiator with a strong work ethic; has high energy and is committed team player with excellent leadership capabilities
Ability to train and develop subordinates
Ability to lead and manage a team
Driven and self-motivated.
Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment and to be a self-starter
Demonstrates personal and professional integrity.
Can work well in a team environment and will be able to perform as an effective teammate within cross-functional teams.
The ability to stay organized, easily multi-task and prioritize with ease.

Responsibilities

Executing policies and procedures in compliance to all current regulatory requirements to maximize student enrollment.
Provide ongoing training and feedback and performance reviews to Admission team.
Provide accurate new student forecasting, group size, and execution of new student retention strategies.
Provides effective communication with staff members and prospective/or current students via telephone, email and/or in person.
Oversight to daily student enrollment activities for the advisors they directly supervise.
Responsible for management responsibilities which include the following: planning, assigning and directing work of subordinates; appraising their performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving both student and staff concerns.
Support daily enrollment advisor and student activities
Verifies regular contact of students for admission documents by advising team
Audits admission packets
Initiatives, assists others in seeing the positive aspects of a new initiative and is seen by other members of team as a positive influence.
Assists with additional work duties or responsibilities as evident or required.
Maintains relationships with Program Directors of various Colleges
Work to meet deadlines.