MnSCU Academic Professional 2-Admissions Post-Secondary Enrollment Advisor

Metropolitan State University • Coon Rapids, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions department at Anoka-Ramsey Community College aims to create a welcoming environment for prospective students, facilitating a smooth transition into the college. The Admissions PSEO Advisor will be instrumental in assisting Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) students and the general public in accessing higher education opportunities. This full-time position, based on the Coon Rapids campus, involves contributing to marketing efforts, community outreach, financial aid assistance, and admissions processes specifically for PSEO students and all underrepresented student populations. The role requires working 40 hours per week, typically Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, though hours may vary during summer and non-class days, with some evenings and weekends expected. Limited remote work opportunities may be available based on business needs.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience in outreach, event planning, customer service, financial aid, or other related student services experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Associate’s degree could be substituted for 6-months of experience and a Bachelor’s degree is 12-months)
• Oral, written and communication skills to explain Admissions information
• Presentation skills to effectively promote and represent the college
• Ability to learn, understand and communicate a variety of degree requirements
• Ability and willingness to work as part of a team and to work independently
• Experience using technology or ability to learn various technology platforms (Microsoft Office, Student CRM systems) to effectively provide services to students
• Evidence of commitment to the success of a diverse student population

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree
• Experience and understanding of Post-Secondary Enrollment Option
• Previous related work experience such as Academic Advising, Financial Aid and/or Admissions advising
• Experience with one or more of the following populations: EAP/ELL/ESL students, multicultural students, and career program students

Responsibilities

• Assist Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) and the public to access higher education opportunities
• Assist in marketing efforts
• Assist in community outreach
• Assist in financial aid assistance
• Assist in admissions for PSEO students and all underrepresented student populations

Benefits

• 11 paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
• a Pension Plan
• 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
• pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
• employer paid life insurance
• short and long term disability
• professional development
• a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees