Admissions Advisor Associate

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 39,517 - 48,299; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University is hiring an Admissions Advisor Associate to help guide prospective students through the admissions process. This role demands travel and presence at various recruitment events, making it great for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities include organizing admissions functions, reviewing applications, and advising students. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree with relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree. Bilingual skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to accommodate a high volume of travel.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes student admission and registration functions.
• Serves as a liaison for student recruitment and orientation.
• Reviews and compiles student applications university wide.

Skills

Bilingual

Student recruitment

Data compilation

Education

Associate's Degree + 2 years of experience or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Advertising Summary

Do you thrive in a dynamic, student-focused environment? New Mexico State University is looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our Undergraduate Admissions team as an Admissions Advisor! As an Admissions Advisor, you’ll play a key role in guiding prospective students through the admissions process, sharing the incredible opportunities NMSU has to offer, and representing the university at events, high schools, and community gatherings. This position requires a high volume of travel and in-person attendance at a variety of recruitment events, making it ideal for individuals who enjoy being on the move and engaging with diverse communities.

Position Details

Position Title: Admissions Advisor Associate

College/Division: Student Success & Enroll Management

Department: 521010-UNDERGRAD ADMISSIONS & ORIENTATION

Location: Las Cruces

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $43,908.80

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1

FLSA Status: Exempt

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Plans and organizes student admission, orientation or registration functions for the central university division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. Serves as a primary point of representation and liaison with respect to student recruitment, orientation and retention programming. Reviews and compiles student applications and data university wide. Participates in the generation of program resources and in the design and development of the program operating goals, objectives, and protocols. May be responsible for maintaining official academic records, evaluating transcripts, advising potential students on admissions, orientation and registration requirements and options, and administers applicable student policies.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Associate's Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual.

Special Certification/Licensure: This candidate must be able to accommodate a high volume of travel and maintain flexible availability during peak travel seasons. A valid driver's license is required.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: Light physical effort. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.