Admissions Officer

Strategic Education•Center City, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for handling all aspects of student recruitment efforts in a fast-paced, results and compliance-driven environment. The Admissions Officer helps individuals interested in attending Strayer enroll by responding to inquiries, interviewing prospective students over the phone, guiding them through the application and enrollment process, and consistently achieving performance objectives. This role involves partnering with other functions to provide prospective students with necessary information about program offerings, financial options, and academic prerequisites to help them determine if Strayer meets their educational needs.

Requirements

Must be detail-oriented and have a focus on achieving optimum results, while maintaining high ethical standards and attention to compliance with University policies and regulations.
Must possess the energy and determination necessary to provide valuable and timely services to prospective and newly enrolling students.
Must have strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2-5 years proven customer service and/or sales experience highly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent highly preferred.
Must be able to travel 10% of time.
Must be able to lift 10 lbs.
Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.
Travel via plane, car, and metro may be required to perform this job.
Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.
Access information using a computer.
Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.
Effectively cope with stressful situations.
Strong mental acuity.
Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Make a sufficient number of outbound calls and effectively respond to all prospective student inquiries.
Set phone interview appointments.
Interview prospective students to determine their educational background and future goals and objectives.
Educate prospective students on the benefits of attending Strayer University, including academic programs, convenient locations, and flexible course offerings, and recommend appropriate course(s) of study.
Assist prospective students with the application process and review qualifications for admission.
Enroll new students and ensure appropriate basis of admission is obtained, all prerequisites are satisfied, and previous college transcripts are ordered if applicable.
Ensure prospective students’ admissions files are complete and assist students with the initial registration process.
Partner with other departments such as Student Services, Academics, and the University Registrar’s Office to finalize the enrollment process.
Adhere to all University policies and procedures and federal, state, and accrediting agency rules with respect to recruitment.