MnSCU Academic Professional 2-Admissions Post-Secondary Enrollment Advisor

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities • Coon Rapids, MN

3d • $26 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions department strives to create a welcoming environment for prospective students to ensure a smooth transition for students enrolling in the college. The Admissions PSEO Advisor will assist Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) and the public to access higher education opportunities. This position will assist in marketing efforts, community outreach, financial aid assistance, and admissions for PSEO students, and all underrepresented student populations. This is a full-time position working 40 hours a week in the Admissions department on the Coon Rapids campus. The hours will consist of Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. The hours and/or days may change during summer and non-class days and some weekends and evenings will apply. There is limited opportunity for remote work depending 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. An 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, community outreach, financial aid assistance, and admissions for PSEO students, and all underrepresented student populations.

Benefits

• Our generous benefits include 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, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.

What This Job Offers

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