Admissions Representative – FT

Under the general direction and supervision of the Administrative Director, Admissions and the Dean of Students/Assistant Campus Director, Beatrice Campus, the Admissions Representative is responsible for providing prospective students with necessary information to make informed choices about careers and College programs of study, to guide students toward choosing Southeast Community College, to provide information and assistance as needed in other areas of Enrollment and Student Affairs and to present a positive public image of the College. The person must also have the facility for working with aggregate data to discern demographic and occupational trends and help develop effective recruitment strategies that consider these trends. Computer skills are essential; experience with college recruiting/admissions software and technology is preferred. This is a full-time, regular position.

The Admissions & Testing Department at Southeast Community College is a student-centered team that embraces positivity, compassionate leadership, collaboration, and strong relationships, both on and off campus. Team members enjoy working with others, are committed to helping others achieve goals, and value excellence. A strong commitment to students, adaptability, and a sense of humor are trademarks of the team.

Essential Functions

Pre-Admission Advising

1. Provide pre-admissions assistance, advising, and career/vocational advising to prospective students.
2. Respond to individual and group inquiries from prospective students and schedule and lead campus tours, ensuring that guests receive a positive and informative experience.

High School Visits

1. Schedule visits to high schools in the SCC service area as well as across Nebraska and neighboring states as requested.
2. Work closely with high school counselors and instructors and visit career, vocational, and other classes as necessary.

Ability to Analyze Admissions Data and Trends

1. Run and analyze aggregate data reports showing numbers of students contacted, types of contacts, fields of interest, and barriers to admission.
2. Develop strategies to effectively communicate with and recruit those student prospects.

Schedule and Conduct Tours

1. Schedule individual and group career counseling/information sessions.
2. Encourage campus tours during high school visits, arrange and conduct college tours, and/or supervise student ambassadors in the provision of tours.

College and Career Fairs

1. Attend college and career fairs as scheduled in cooperation with the Administrative Director, Admissions, and other Admissions team members.

Speaking Engagements

1. Present information about Southeast Community College to civic groups, community agencies, high school classes, and other appropriate events (e.g., fairs, etc.).

Recruitment Activities

1. Coordinate, attend, and participate in on- and off-campus recruitment activities, for example, Discovery Days, Career Fairs, educational planning programs, Counselor Visit Days, etc. Coordinates with Program and Student Affairs staff.

Travel

1. Required to travel to various locations across the state for school visits, conferences, and educational planning sessions.

Committee Membership

1. Attend department, program, and College meetings and serve on committees.
2. Attend program/college staff meetings as directed and serve on assigned teams.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in communication, marketing, education, or a directly related field.
2. Two (2) years of work experience in college recruiting, enrollment, advising, other College student services field*, or in marketing, sales, customer service, or a directly related field.
3. Proof of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle and insurability to operate a motor vehicle.

College Student Services is defined as: Admissions, Recruitment, Testing, Financial Aid, Counseling, Placement, Assessment, Career and/or Academic Advising, Retention, or Registration.

* A Master’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required two (2) years of work experience.