Admissions Recruiter

The Admissions Recruiter must be a naturally persuasive, creative problem solver who thrives in an upbeat environment with non-standard and varied working hours. The primary responsibilities of this position include collaborating on the planning, implementation, and day-to-day running of our Stetson Young Scholar Programming and summer camps. The recruiter must be a self-motivated, enthusiastic, goal-oriented individual with superior presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills and will have demonstrated ability to follow direction, problem solve, manage multiple priorities, and meet goals. This is a sales-like admissions and prospect management role with responsibilities including managing and growing a recruitment territory in an environment where recruiters are responsible for reaching enrollment and net revenue goals assigned to them. Daily responsibilities include communication with a large number of prospective students and their families through heavy phone outreach. Personal e-mails, texts, notes, individual appointments, and group presentations are also expected. This position will involve the planning of prospective student recruitment strategies, extensive outreach, and travel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Employment duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Work in a sales-like admissions and prospect management approach to a designated recruitment territory in an environment where recruiters are responsible for reaching enrollment and net revenue goals assigned to them

Communicate with a large number of prospective students through heavy phone outreach; personal e-mails, notes, individual appointments, and group presentations are also expected

Manage planning of prospective student recruitment activities, extensive outreach, and travel

Become knowledgeable about all aspects of Stetson University including academic programs, campus events, orientation, athletics, housing, financial aid, billing, college policy, and important dates

Determine the best next contact for each of the hot prospects in the territory, which involves regular use of the arsenal, which comprises both printed and web information collected for this purpose and members of the campus community - i.e., faculty, alumni, current students, coaches, and parents of current students

Lead group information sessions and also meet one-on-one with parents and prospective students to provide information and assist in the application process

Give campus tours

Assist the Assistant Director with all Stetson Young Scholar Programming

Review files for acceptance and present admission recommendation to admissions committee

Performs other site and position specific functions as assigned

Required Skills

Must be a naturally persuasive, creative problem solver who thrives in an upbeat environment with non-standard and varied working hours

Must be a self-motivated, enthusiastic, goal-oriented individual with superior presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to follow direction, problem solve, manage multiple priorities and meet goals

Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills, producing and presenting information in a concise and compelling manner

Ability to work effectively in an entrepreneurial environment committed to high standards of performance and ambitious goals for growth and institutional development

Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team and foster collegial relationships with diverse constituencies, such as faculty, students, alumnae, and staff

Strong computer skills and experience with database management

Demonstrated competency in data collection and analysis relevant to interpreting market trends, competition, and admissions and enrollment statistics

Must be able to work varied hours: regular hours, nights, weekends, and some holidays

Requires some physical effort, i.e. some standing and walking, frequent light lifting (5-10 lbs); and manual dexterity in the operation of office equipment; extended periods of time at a keyboard; perceptual demands for color, sound, form, and depth; occasional and, at times, hours outside the normal University schedule

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred; high school diploma required

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University’s auto insurance carrier.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications: The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where hard work, resourcefulness, and fresh ideas are prized, along with collaboration, teamwork and good humor. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, able to manage multiple priorities and exhibit grace under pressure. Must become knowledgeable about all aspects of Stetson University including academic programs, campus events and activities, orientation, athletics, housing, financial aid, billing, college policy, and important dates. A high energy level and ability and willingness to travel extensively at times.

Work Environment:

Mainly indoor working environment with access to Air Conditioning/Heat

Majority of work completed on a laptop/pc

Minimum noise level

Professional Office atmosphere with dress code

Salary Grade: 4