Admissions Representative - FT

Southeast Community College • Lincoln, NE

37d

About The Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Administrative Director, Admissions and the Dean of Students/Assistant Campus Director, Beatrice Campus, the Admissions Representative is responsible for providing prospective students with necessary information to make informed choices about careers and College programs of study, to guide students toward choosing Southeast Community College, to provide information and assistance as needed in other areas of Enrollment and Student Affairs and to present a positive public image of the College. The person must also have the facility for working with aggregate data to discern demographic and occupational trends and help develop effective recruitment strategies that consider these trends. Computer skills are essential; experience with college recruiting/admissions software and technology is preferred. This is a full-time, regular position. The Admissions & Testing Department at Southeast Community College is a student-centered team that embraces positivity, compassionate leadership, collaboration, and strong relationships, both on and off campus. Team members enjoy working with others, are committed to helping others achieve goals, and value excellence. A strong commitment to students, adaptability, and a sense of humor are trademarks of the team.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present and promote Southeast Community College to prospective students, high school staff, and community members.
• Skills and abilities necessary to promote and maintain a positive environment and level of service for all those who interact with the Admissions unit, including students, faculty, and staff.
• Knowledge of and experience in recruiting students, including those from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to organize and plan recruiting schedules.
• Knowledge of recruitment markets.
• Knowledge and experience in college admissions or student personnel services.
• Knowledge of admissions, practices, procedures, standards, and legal requirements.
• Knowledge and experience with computers, data entry, software, and technology
• Ability and experience with spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to create, understand, and interpret graphs and charts.
• Ability to meet travel requirements of position, which may include considerable location and regional travel, varied days and hours, etc.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employees must be able to perform the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations: Work at a desk for extended periods, continuously 2 - 4 hours and up to 8 hours. Present for extended periods, continuously, 2 - 4 hours and up to 8 hours. Provide tours for up to 1.5 hours while listening and talking. Surfaces may include cement, grass, rock, or dirt, and can be flat or include various degrees of incline. Ability to operate a computer, computer mouse, keyboard, phone, and other office equipment continuously. Lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Climb stairs; climb stairs carrying up to 30 pounds; climb stairs while talking. Bend, kneel, stoop, and squat to floor level regularly. Reach with hands and arms above the head, in front of the body, and below knee level. Provide tours outside in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind. Ability to get in and out of, ride in, and drive a College-owned vehicle regularly up to 500 miles. Ability to travel overnight for up to five consecutive days.
• Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, education, or a directly related field.
• Two (2) years of work experience in college recruiting, enrollment, advising, other College student services field, or in marketing, sales, customer service, or a directly related field.
• Proof of a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle and insurability to operate a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in educational administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Recruiting experience at the post-secondary level.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-admissions assistance, advising, and career/vocational advising to prospective students.
• Respond to individual and group inquiries from prospective students and schedule and lead campus tours, ensuring that guests receive a positive and informative experience.
• Schedule visits to high schools in the SCC service area as well as across Nebraska and neighboring states as requested.
• Work closely with high school counselors and instructors and visit career, vocational, and other classes as necessary.
• Run and analyze aggregate data reports showing numbers of students contacted, types of contacts, fields of interest, and barriers to admission.
• Develop strategies to effectively communicate with and recruit those student prospects.
• Schedule individual and group career counseling/information sessions.
• Encourage campus tours during high school visits, arrange and conduct college tours, and/or supervise student ambassadors in the provision of tours.
• Attend college and career fairs as scheduled in cooperation with the Administrative Director, Admissions, and other Admissions team members.
• Present information about Southeast Community College to civic groups, community agencies, high school classes, and other appropriate events (e.g., fairs, etc.).
• Coordinate, attend, and participate in on- and off-campus recruitment activities, for example, Discovery Days, Career Fairs, educational planning programs, Counselor Visit Days, etc. Coordinates with Program and Student Affairs staff.
• Required to travel to various locations across the state for school visits, conferences, and educational planning sessions.
• Attend department, program, and College meetings and serve on committees.
• Attend program/college staff meetings as directed and serve on assigned teams.
• Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.
• Assist the Administrative Director, Admissions, and Dean of Students/Assistant Campus Director, Beatrice Campus.
• Assist with the development of College publications such as marketing/recruiting materials, the viewbook, and special brochures.
• Assist with New Student Enrollment, New Student Welcome, New Student Orientation, Welcome Weeks, move-in, and other Enrollment and Student Affairs programming and events.
• Assist with the training of staff, student ambassadors, and part-time employees.
• Maintain inventory of marketing materials such as program flyers, brochures, etc.
• Participate in professional associations related to admissions.
• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Benefits

• SCC BEN Dollars - Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee's paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College's contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan - Group Retirement Account (GRA).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services