Position Summary
The Associate for Admissions must possess a positive and infectious attitude and appreciation for helping students and families. The Associate for Admissions must understand the philosophy, and benefit of a community college education and assist students and their families in finding an acceptable fit between educational and career goals and enrollment constraints. The position requires travel and the ability to set goals, manage time, and achieve results within an assigned. The Associate for Admissions who receives minimal supervision must value working independently with students, families, high school personnel, and colleagues from other colleges. An appreciation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and will demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
Throughout the year, the Associate for Admissions will meet prospective students at high schools, college fairs, all the like, and will participate in on-and-off campus programs; conduct interviews; evaluate files and make admission decisions; initiate and extensive communication, via phone, text, and Email for applicant follow-up. Each of these activities requires different skills. The Associate for Admissions must quickly build a professional base of higher education and admissions knowledge and network.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Visits high schools in primary and secondary areas regularly to meet stated marketing goals
Represents Columbia-Greene Community College at college fairs and admissions-related events
Coordinates off-campus programs in primary and secondary areas (i.e., yield receptions, Associate breakfasts)
Familiarizes students and parents with Columbia-Greene Community College
Evaluates the appropriateness of travel within designated areas
Strives to meet and exceed recruitment goals
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Travels extensively to develop interest in Columbia-Greene Community College
Conducts interviews to further acquaint students with Columbia-Greene Community College and gain knowledge of the prospective student
Assists in developing, planning and implementing of on-and off-campus programs and events
Assists in implementing the Admissions Marketing Plan
Participates in day-to-day marketing activities of the admissions program
Builds strong relationships with High School Guidance Staff
Build a network of relationships to expand recruitment of post-traditional students
Familiarizes students and parents with Columbia-Greene Community College
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree with one to three years of experience working in higher education, preferably in an Admissions Office
Strong customer service skills
Positive and infectious attitude
Superior writing and verbal skills
Excellent interpersonal communications skills
Ability to speak in front of large groups
Familiarity with software packages related to admissions
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with three or more years of experience working in higher education, preferably in an Admissions Office
Three or more years of experience working with Banner or similar operating system
Digital marketing experience
Bi-lingual a plus
Salary and Benefit Information
Contractual salary is $25.00 per hour. Compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience, education, and technical expertise. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, short-and long-term disability, generous vacation, and sick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers. PSLF waivers offered.
Application Information
For full consideration, applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) CV/resume; and (3) contact information for three professional references.