Admissions Counselor/Recruiter

California Baptist University; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 63,273 - 77,334; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

California Baptist University is seeking an Admission Recruitment Program Specialist to develop, implement and manage outreach to attract a strong candidate pool in support of enrollment objectives.

The role designs and coordinates admissions outreach services and events, provides advisement and liaison with applicants, and participates in evaluating files for admission while meeting aggressive monthly recruiting goals and evening/weekend travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• 1–2 years of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Advises students and families on education options, admissions, policies, and financial aid.
• Plan, develop, and evaluate recruitment programs and events.
• Analyze trends in recruitment and retention; assist with strategies.
• Develop outreach programs for targeted communities.
• Create and distribute recruitment materials for targeted groups.
• Review applications and determine admission eligibility; coordinate communications.
• Maintain communication with prospective students through all recruitment stages.
• Keep accurate records of recruiting activities.
• Assist with other student service projects and events.
• Meet aggressive monthly recruiting goals.
• Collaborate with enrollment leadership to develop strategies.
• Work evenings and weekends; travel with valid driver’s license.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Compensation for this position is expected to range between $70,304.00 per year, in alignment with what California Baptist University ( CBU ) reasonably anticipates paying for this role. The final rate may vary depending on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and prevailing market conditions. In addition to competitive wages, CBU provides a comprehensive and generous benefits package to eligible employees.

Position Summary Information

Summary

Develop, implement and manage the admission recruitment program designed to attract the best possible pool of candidates in support of the school’s enrollment objectives. Designs and coordinates admissions outreach services and associated events. Establishes and delivers a wide range of advisement and liaison services. Participates in or oversees the evaluation of applicant files for admissions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Advises students and families regarding educational opportunities and options, admission and other requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and financial assistance, as appropriate.

2. Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates programs, special projects and events, and other initiatives geared to recruiting students within targeted populations and facilitating admission into California Baptist University.

3. Analyzes trends in student recruitment and retention programs and participates in the establishment and implementation of recruitment and retention strategies, resources, policies, and procedures.

4. Develops and implements outreach programs, events, and activities for recruitment and enrollment of students from targeted communities.

5. Assist with creating and distributing a range of resource and promotional materials designed for the recruitment and retention of students in targeted groups.

6. Reviews individual applications and evaluates candidates for admission eligibility; troubleshoots applications with problems, and oversees and/or coordinates communications with applicants.

7. Maintains communication via telephone, correspondence, and/or electronic mail with prospective students through all stages of the recruitment, admission, and enrollment process.

8. Keep accurate records of recruiting activities and contacts.

9. Assist with other student service projects and events as requested.

10. Achieves aggressive monthly recruiting goals.

11. Interacts regularly with CBU’s enrollment leadership team to develop recruiting strategies and partnerships.

12. The position will require evening and weekend work and travel. A valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and reliable transportation are required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to live and uphold the University’s Christ-centered mission and values.
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to evaluate student transcripts and/or records.
• Ability to exercise interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with prospective students and their families, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Excellent telephone courtesy knowledge and experience.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard or other office equipment. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment, with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and/or training.

Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Christian?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you attend church regularly?
  • Yes
  • No
• If no, please explain (required):

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information)
  • Yes (I am familiar and not in conflict)
  • No (I am in conflict or not familiar)