Admissions Representative

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for recruiting qualified applicants for admission to the University in accordance with state and federal accreditation and institutional policies and regulations, consistent with the highest ethical standards. The Admissions Representative is responsible for managing time and inquiry resources to generate interest in our programs. This position will conduct a high volume of prospective phone contacts to secure appointments and facilitate interview activities, and conduct follow-up activities with unresolved interviewees and future class applicants.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

1. Accurately and completely explain educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial considerations to students, parents, and educators.
2. Manage inquiries to achieve prompt contact and meet weekly performance goals.
3. Secure new inquiries (Personally Developed Referrals).
4. Schedule and conduct interviews, pursue qualified candidates for enrollment.
5. Accurately forecast projected new students periodically for admissions leadership.
6. Consistently conduct follow-up meetings with all applicants.
7. Assist other personnel and departments with data collection and problem-solving.
8. Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and one year of successful admissions or sales experience, OR associate’s degree and three years of successful admissions or sales experience.
• Sincere interest in helping others achieve life goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations.
• Superior organizational and problem-resolution skills.
• Goal-oriented and highly ethical.
• Strong expertise with MS Office as well as field-related hardware and software packages.