Admissions Advisor

Ultipro; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Herzing University is seeking an Associate Admissions Advisor in Metairie, LA to drive enrollment by guiding prospective students through the admissions process and building relationships that align educational goals with the university’s programs. The role requires an associate or bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and at least six months in admissions or related customer-facing work.

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for travel to represent the

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience in admissions, higher education, customer service or sales preferred (6+ months)

Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiries about courses and programs via telephone, email, text, and chat.
• Interviews prospective students to understand motivation, goals and potential obstacles.
• Guides prospective students through the admissions process and connects them to support resources.
• Generates inquiries through outreach to local community and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interviewing

Sales

Admissions knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview:
40 hours per week;

• Monday-Thursday scheduled 8:30A-5:30P, 9:00A-6:00P or 10:00A-7:00P
• Saturday 9:00A-1:00P every 6-8 weeks

Some additional evenings may be required based on business need. Potential for travel to conferences, college fairs, and recruitment/community events.The Associate Admissions Advisor is accountable for driving enrollment numbers for the campus by guiding prospective students through the admissions process. By building a relationship with each potential student, the Associate Admissions Advisor will learn what their educational goals are in the hope that Herzing University can help them achieve that goal.

Compensation is determined based on the qualifications, experience, and circumstances of each hire. It is uncommon for new employees to start near the top of the salary range. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a tuition waiver and reimbursement program, health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan. The hourly pay range for this position is $19.33to $26.16 (associate level) or $23.17 to $31.39 (advisor level).

Requirements:

• Associate Admissions Advisor:
• Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of six months as an associate admissions advisor or related work experience, preferably in admissions, higher education, customer service or sales
• Admissions Advisor:
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of six months as an associate admissions advisor or related work experience, preferably in admissions, higher education, customer service or sales

The level a final candidate will be hired at will be dependent on qualifications and prior applicable experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiries for information about Herzing University’s courses and programs through telephone, email, text, and chat.
• Interviewing prospective students to determine their motivation for continuing their education, understanding their career goals and needs, and helping identify potential obstacles which could hinder their educational experience.
• Helping prospective students identify the best educational program that matches their needs and goals, then sharing information about the benefits of what Herzing University offers.
• Guiding prospective students through the admissions process, responding to their questions and concerns at each step in the process, ensuring students complete the necessary admissions requirements, and connecting students to support resources.
• Generating inquiries through prospective students, current students, and the local community outreach/events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Herzing University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and is dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect.It provides an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position most of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally move around the work location.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Constantly operates office and/or tech equipment which may include computers, copiers, fax machines, audio/visuals.
• Frequently uses voice and hearing to communicate with students, staff or colleagues face-to-face or over the telephone.
• Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
• Occasionally move, carry, or lift 10 pounds.
• Frequently positions self to maintain computer related equipment which may involve bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

It is the university’s practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, country of birth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. https://www.herzing.edu/nondiscrimination-policy

Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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