Job Details

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Category: Sales

Description

Assists qualified potential students through the admissions process. Using established leads, contacts students to obtain their approval to start the enrollment process. Responsible for all phases of the student admissions process for enrollment at the University of Silicon Valley.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts in-person interviews with qualified candidates to explain USV's academic programs and admissions requirements.
• Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and student support services at the University.
• Assess potential students for characteristics to matriculate through graduation.
• Maintain full knowledge of USV’s curricula in order to explain all course offerings.
• Assist students in selecting the program that best fits the student’s needs and aspirations.
• Advise students on placement test scores and arrange for additional qualification procedures when needed.
• Liaison with other departments to ensure seamless student enrollment.
• Ensure USV policies and procedures are followed for enrollment and registration.
• Maintain enrollment management records and complete all standard reports.
• Adhere to laws and regulations governing student recruitment activities.
• Other duties and related projects as assigned.

Working conditions

Work is conducted in a standard office environment. Occasional evenings and weekend work is required.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 5 pounds. The employee is required to sit for long periods of time; use hands and reach with hands and arms for activities such as keyboarding.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent education and experience.

Experience:

Two or more years of experience in higher education or admissions.

Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple priorities.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Ability and willingness to discern and meet the needs of students.
• Ability to establish interpersonal rapport and relate to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.
• Competent with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new programs.
• Ability to collect and analyze information.
• Ability to work with others in a collegial and productive manner.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends.