Admissions Specialist

Western Dakota Technical College • Rapid City, SD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Specialist will plan and coordinate all campus tours for prospective students, parents, and K-12 schools. The Specialist will work with the Recruiter to coordinate and direct efforts to convert prospective students into enrolled students through outreach and follow-up. This position will require time outside of the office to help WDTC maintain a presence at community organizations where WDTC holds office hours. This position may assist with recruiter events when needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Business, Marketing, or related field and 3 years’ experience in higher education, community-based organization and/or admissions, sales, recruitment or a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet the expectation of the position.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the goal of a comprehensive enrollment services office.
• Knowledge of current technology used in educational services.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, functions, and organization of assigned areas of responsibility.
• Experience coordinating student outreach activities and processes required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• User-level knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel are required.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with strong organization skills.
• Ability to operate various office equipment, including but not limited to computers, telephone systems, calculators, copiers, and facsimile machines.
• Works effectively and productively as a team member.
• Keep others informed of information needed.
• Treats others with respect, maintaining a spirit of cooperation.
• Maintains effective and professional verbal and written interactions with peers, customers, supervisors, and other staff.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools, when appropriate, to support and enhance daily job functions.
• Uses diplomacy and tact in dealing with difficult situations or people.
• Demonstrates effective listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all on campus WDTC admissions events (camps, career fairs, visit days, etc.)
• Assist students through admissions process, including: Visits with walk-in prospective students, Conducts individual admissions appointments with prospective students, Calls applicants to schedule admissions tests, Reviews of admissions test results, Completes admissions advising sessions, Makes phone calls/sends emails/text messages for follow up, Assist in any other admissions process as needed
• Coordinates all prospective group tours on campus. Working with the Recruiter to ensure adequate coverage and logistics of tours.
• Creates and delivers presentations to prospective student groups, parents and/or community groups to promote Western Dakota Technical College.
• Schedule, set up and administer admissions testing for incoming new students (ACCUPLACER and TEAS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree