"Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions"

Job Details

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - a university with strong academic values, diverse programs and learning opportunities, and significant relationships with our community that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions
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The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer...

Position Summary

We are hiring an Undergraduate Admissions Representative to join our Undergraduate Admissions team. This position is responsible for managing a territory and recruiting students throughout the admissions process. This includes traveling to college fairs, high school visits, and regional presentations to build leads. The Representative should maintain contact with students and families throughout the application and admission process. This includes actively calling and messaging to gauge interest and assist in enrolling prospective students. Representatives must maintain a connection with other constituents in the assigned territory, including High School Counselors. Representatives will develop public presentations designed to promote the institution. Presentations may range in size from a single student to a large audience.

• Community Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, schools, and key stakeholders to expand awareness of educational opportunities at UNO. Proactively engage with prospective students and their families through outreach events, presentations, and collaborations that foster a welcoming and supportive pathway to higher education.
• Recruitment Territory Management: Manage a designated recruitment territory by establishing and maintaining relationships within the community to achieve enrollment objectives. Engage with key stakeholders, schools, and organizations to expand awareness of UNO’s academic programs.
• Increased Time and Event Commitment: Dedicate additional time to community-based events, outreach activities, and recruitment efforts beyond the standard admissions role. Participate in extended engagement opportunities to strengthen connections with prospective students and families.
• Outreach Strategy Development: Assist in the creation and execution of outreach strategies that effectively connect with prospective students, families, and community partners. Identify opportunities for meaningful engagement to enhance awareness of UNO’s offerings.
• Progress Tracking: Maintain detailed records of outreach activities and recruitment initiatives, systematically tracking progress toward enrollment goals. Ensure data accuracy and transparency in reporting.
• University Ambassador: Represent the University of Nebraska at Omaha as a knowledgeable and welcoming resource for prospective students and their families. Foster strong personal connections and convey the institution’s academic and student life opportunities.
• Admissions Data Management: Manage admissions data for students in the assigned region, ensuring a smooth application and enrollment process. Direct students to appropriate resources and support services as needed.
• External Partnerships: Build and sustain relationships with schools, community organizations, and partners involved in collaborative agreements. Strengthen engagement efforts to support students to higher education.
• Recruitment Strategies: Execute recruitment strategies that align with university enrollment goals, focusing on expanding awareness and access to UNO’s academic programs and student support services.
• Goal-Driven Territory Management: Oversee recruitment efforts within the assigned territory, working towards annual enrollment targets in alignment with institutional goals and outreach initiatives.
• Community Liaison: Act as a bridge between the university and the community, engaging alumni and local leaders in the recruitment process. Foster partnerships with organizations invested in student success.
• Compliance and Support: Adhere to university policies and procedures regarding travel, recruitment events, and outreach activities, ensuring consistency with institutional standards.
• Institutional Goals: Contribute to the overall objectives of the Admissions Office by supporting university-wide enrollment and student success initiatives.

Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience
N/A

Required License/Certification
Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Experience

• Prior admissions/Recruitment or related work experience
• Demonstrate self-direction and motivation
• Work individually, as well as in a team setting
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Knowledge of admission terminology and tests
• Basic research skills
• Sufficient knowledge of personal computer with various software programs
• Ability to learn and apply institutional policies and procedures
• Maintain and adhere to set schedules
• Willingness to travel/drive and work on weekends and nights
• Ability to handle stress due to travel
• Communicate well with prospective students, their parents and guidance counselors.
• Ability to present pertinent information on the University of Nebraska, Omaha and the college selection process to both large and small groups.

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter