Admissions Specialist (6705)
About The Position
Friends University is seeking to fill an Admissions Specialist position in Wichita Kansas. The Admissions Specialist recruit new students for traditional undergraduate fine arts programs. Represents the University at high school visits, college fairs, etc. Plays a critical role in student and family visits to the campus and additional events. Communicating via phone, email, text, social networking and in person and/or visiting with counselors, teachers and coaches at high schools and community colleges. Limited travel to high schools and community colleges in and out of the state of Kansas. Attend recruiting fairs and other off-campus events. Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents. Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence). The mission of the University is: Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives. Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all. Equal Opportunity Employer Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Requirements
- Well-developed public speaking, presentation, communication and organizational skills.
- Professional work experience in sales/promotion/public relations or related field preferred with the proven ability to meet goals.
- Knowledge of Microsoft environments including Word and Excel required.
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.
- Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of SCT Banner, sales force, and Microsoft office helpful.
- Bilingual in English-Spanish is a plus.
Responsibilities
- recruit new students for traditional undergraduate fine arts programs
- Represent the University at high school visits, college fairs, etc.
- Plays a critical role in student and family visits to the campus and additional events.
- Communicating via phone, email, text, social networking and in person and/or visiting with counselors, teachers and coaches at high schools and community colleges.
- Limited travel to high schools and community colleges in and out of the state of Kansas.
- Attend recruiting fairs and other off-campus events.
Benefits
- flex work options
- up to 4 weeks of vacation
- 96 hours of sick leave per year
- up to 13 1/2 paid holidays
- half day Fridays June through July
- up to 5% retirement matching
- free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
