Admissions Representative

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine•Bradenton, FL

About The Position

The Admissions Representative advises prospective students seeking admission to LECOM and collects and processes application documents and materials. The role also supports enrolled students and contributes to student success, college events, institutional initiatives, and community outreach. The position requires accurate recordkeeping, effective communication, strong customer service, flexibility, and the ability to work cooperatively with faculty, administration, students, and colleagues.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent required.
Excellent writing, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of organizational, planning, records-management, and general-administration principles and practices.
Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.
Flexibility to perform successfully when workflow priorities change and to accept other duties as needed.
Excellent customer-service skills and ability to gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of faculty, administration, and students.
Proficiency with personal computers, audio/visual equipment, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, internet access, fax machines, photocopiers, telephones, and other office equipment.
Computer literacy and accurate data-entry skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System, Jenzabar.
Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others in a workplace that upholds dignity, respect, and EEO rules and regulations.
Ability to report to work as scheduled, devote full attention and energy to the work, and accept work directives respectfully and cooperatively.
General knowledge of, or ability to learn, medical, pharmacy, and dental terminology.
Prior student interaction.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s and/or bachelor’s degree.
At least one year of employment experience at a postsecondary educational institution.

Responsibilities

Respond to inquiries about the admissions process.
Assist with processing applications, matriculation fees, supplemental applications, and supporting documents, including applications through AACOMAS, AADSAS, PharmCAS, MMS, and the School of Health Services Administration.
Update applicant files and notify students of application status.
Assist in planning and implementing admissions events, including On-Campus Day, orientation, and other LECOM events.
Schedule and conduct campus tours.
Participate in applicant interviews by greeting applicants and assisting with presentations.
Assist the Admissions Committee with recording decisions and informing applicants of post-interview decisions.
Process applications for institutional programs.
Maintain accurate records and demographic information for accepted applicants entering each new class.
Participate in annual college events, including Commencement, White Coat Ceremony, Hospital Day, On-Campus Day, orientation, and Open Houses.
Support Admissions Representatives across all programs.
Assist incoming students with their matriculation packets and ensure completion.
Provide backup support to the College Receptionist as needed.
Provide Student Affairs support services to enrolled students.
Work with Directors of Graduate Studies Program and related faculty on testing and examinations.
Contribute to student success and participate in student events, including White Coat Ceremony and Commencement.
Support institutional fundraising and participate in the LECOM Scholarship Auction.
Represent LECOM in the community through activities such as serving on boards, participating in community fundraisers, and outreach, with administrative approval during working hours.
Perform other duties as required or needed to maintain an efficient and effective department.