About this role
Duties
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Meet enrollment goals for assigned academic area(s) by representing Meredith at community college visits, community events, working one-on-one with families during on-campus visits, while meeting or exceeding weekly outreach requirements for students across the admissions funnel
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Serve as the primary liaison between admissions unit and department heads, faculty and Deans for assigned academic programs
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Review applications and offer decisions on behalf of the college based on admissions criteria set by the program and/or college
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Collaborate with the admission office leadership team to develop practices that enhance productivity and streamline application, admission, and enrollment processes
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Responsibility for coordinating one or more recruiting events and assisting with other events as needed
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Monitor and control costs of recruitment travel, and produce follow-up reports for the effectiveness of travel
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Develop relationships with other college departments and key secondary school constituents to enhance customer service and satisfaction
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Represent the Office of Admissions in a public-speaking capacity on and off campus and maintain records of these activities
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Collaborate with campus constituents to develop and implement selected recruitment and pre-orientation events
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Serve on College committees as assigned
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Perform other related duties as needed or assigned
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Skills Needed
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Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work with a diverse community
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Ability to effectively communicate in person, via phone, and in writing and make effective public presentations
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Strong relationship-building skills
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Thorough understanding of College procedures, curricular offerings, student outcomes, and be able to relate this information effectively to prospective students and families
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Must be able to understand and explain financial aid programs, eligibility criteria, and award procedures
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Ability to interpret and apply data to decision-making
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Ability to maintain an effective applicant tracking system
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Strong planning and organization capabilities
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Excellent time management and attention to detail
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Key interfaces
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Interacts with prospective students, families, and community college liaisons
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Outreach and partnerships with local businesses and organizations
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Office of Admission staff, and members of the Meredith community
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Education & Experience
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Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required
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Minimum of three - five years admissions and recruiting experience or related work
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Valid NC Driver’s license required and clear driving history
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Working conditions & physical demands
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General office setting with moderate noise level
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Frequent travel required
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Evening and Weekend work required
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Required Documents
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Cover Letter
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Resume