Admissions Representative (High School)

The Sullivan University System Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount for employee and 40%/

Comprehensive benefits package

401K

Competitive salary

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Volunteer time

Employee referral bonus

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Job summary

The Sullivan University System is seeking a full-time Admissions Representative for our High School Team. The role focuses on locating, informing, and enrolling high school students to meet enrollment objectives. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, with some evenings and occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities include following referrals, managing inquiries, utilizing online chat, interviewing prospective students, supporting campus events, and maintaining accurate records in lead management systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• 1–5 years of recruiting, staffing, or higher education admissions experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required.
• Basic knowledge of financial aid programs and procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of academic programs offered by the school.

Responsibilities

• Procure and follow up on referrals of prospective students from applicants and other sources.
• Manage all inquiries effectively, adhering to standard operating procedures and best practices.
• Utilize online chat to assist website visitors and recruit potential students.
• Conduct interviews and tours with prospective students and parents to assess admission qualifications and program fit.
• Support on-campus events and informational meetings for prospective families and parents.
• Foster student retention through regular communication and engagement until class commencement.
• Maintain precise and timely records of interactions with prospective students using lead management systems.
• Meet ongoing enrollment and activity targets while maintaining professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
• Participate in departmental events such as scholarship days, open houses, local high school events and graduation ceremonies.
• Adhere strictly to the SUS Admissions Code of Conduct.
• Guide students through enrollment and registration paperwork, fee collection, and scheduling of necessary appointments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Lead tracking system

CRM software

Job description

Description

Look No Further, Your Career Starts Here!

Sullivan University is an organization that is truly committed to making a difference. We host a wide variety of career opportunities, offer a family-oriented culture, and invest in our employees.

Join us if you want:

• Internal Mobility
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Lives of our Students
• Professional Training and Development
• Individual Coaching
• A Diverse and Positive Work Environment
• To Support Local Charities through the Sullivan Cares Program

What Can We Offer YOU?

• 90% Tuition Discount through the Master's degree level for the employee and 40% dependent discount after your first quarter from date of hire (dependent discount increases to 90% after 3 years).
• A Generous Benefits Package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Long-Term Care, Short Term Care, Auto, and Home Insurance.
• 401K
• Competitive Salary
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts at Local Restaurants and Venues
• Comprehensive Wellness Program

We are currently looking for a full-time Admissions Representative for our High School Team. The High School Admissions Representative works to locate, inform, interest, and enroll the quality and quantity of high school students necessary to ensure enrollment objectives and the needs of the students are met.

This position will primarily be Monday-Friday, some evenings until 7 pm, and occasional Saturdays 9 am-1 pm

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Procure and follow up on referrals of prospective students from applicants and other sources.
• Manage all inquiries effectively, adhering to standard operating procedures and best practices.
• Utilize and oversee the online chat program to assist website visitors and recruit potential students.
• Conduct interviews and tours with prospective students and parents to assess admission qualifications and program fit, ensuring enrollment in the most suitable program; make referrals to alternative programs or locations as needed.
• Support on-campus events and informational meetings for prospective families and parents.
• Foster student retention through regular communication and engagement until class commencement.
• Promptly manage non-responsive applicants and provide accurate forecasts of new student numbers as required.
• Maintain precise and timely records of interactions with prospective students using student information and lead management systems.
• Meet ongoing enrollment and activity targets while maintaining professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
• Participate in departmental events such as scholarship days, open houses, local high school events and graduation ceremonies.
• Adhere strictly to the SUS Admissions Code of Conduct.
• Stay informed about and comply with corporate, state, and federal regulations and policies relevant to Admissions.
• Guide students through the enrollment and registration process, ensuring accurate completion of paperwork, fee collection, and scheduling of necessary appointments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree preferred
• 1-5 years of recruiting, staffing, or higher education admissions experience (preferred)
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required.
• Basic knowledge of financial aid programs and procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of academic programs offered by the school.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to function efficiently and utilize good time management skills in a fast paced and demanding work environment.
• Ability to effectively utilize a computerized lead tracking and data management system, as well as proficient knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to hear and speak well enough to communicate with students, visitors, faculty, and staff face to face and via the telephone.
• Ability to conduct extensive phone communications with prospective or enrolled students.

This job description lists the major responsibilities of the job title listed. By no means is the job limited only to the responsibilities listed. Cooperation between employees is expected during periods of heavier than normal workloads and revisions to these duties on either a temporary or permanent basis is possible.

The Sullivan University System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.