Admissions & Enrollment Specialist

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Medical and dental plans

Tobacco-free campus

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University seeks a proactive enrollment recruiter to guide prospective students from inquiry to enrollment. You will develop strategies, present programs, and work with campus partners to maximize yield.

The role requires strong communication, event participation, and relationship-building skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service throughout the admissions process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; student services or admissions experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of marketing fundamentals and program promotion.
• Proficiency with MS Office and data handling for reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement recruitment strategies for specific market segments.
• Develop prospects from current students, referrals, events, and campus activities.
• Contact prospects to present programs, requirements, and financial aid basics.
• Process inquiries accurately and support applicants through enrollment.
• Assist in completing applications and enrollment documents.
• Review applicant files, evaluate transcripts, and make admission decisions and scholarship recommendations.
• Collaborate with admissions, academic advisers, financial aid, and residential life to yield enrolled students.
• Build relationships with alumni, business groups, and student organizations to boost enrollment.
• Give presentations on programs to attract new students.
• Coordinate or participate in conferences, career days, and campus tours.
• Represent NSU at events and professional functions.
• Identify key audience groups and optimal communication approaches.
• Monitor industry trends and measure customer satisfaction.
• Forecast enrollment trends and prepare activity reports.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Monitor travel expenses and complete special projects.

Skills

Persuasion

Service Orientation

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Social Perceptiveness

Judgment & Decision Making

Self-Direction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Nova Southwestern University seeks a proactive enrollment recruiter to guide prospective students from inquiry to enrollment. You will develop strategies, present programs, and work with campus partners to maximize yield.

The role requires strong communication, event participation, and relationship-building skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service throughout the admissions process.