Admissions Representative I - 531030

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); Remote; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama is seeking an Admissions Representative I to counsel individuals through the admissions and enrollment process, evaluating academic preparation and interests to offer appropriate opportunities. You will represent the university at events and information sessions, delivering superior service to prospective students and families.

Additional duties include recruiting Early College students in West Alabama and Central US, traveling to events (including overnight) and using

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
• Must be able to travel across the southeastern United States, sometimes overnight, up to 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Counsels individuals throughout the admissions and enrollment process based on their circumstances.
• Represents the University at on- and off-campus events and information sessions.
• Travels to recruitment events in West Alabama and Central US; remote locations may be involved.
• Uses Slate CRM to communicate with prospective students.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Slate CRM

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $43,888 - Midpoint: $50,700 (Salaried E5)

Department/Organization: 209317 - Early College

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some evenings & weekends.

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy. If an applicant is selected and will request to work from a state where the University does not currently have other regular employees, that applicant may be referred to the University’s 3rd Party Employer of Record, nextSource, to serve as the official employer.

Job Summary: The Admissions Representative I counsels individuals throughout the admissions and enrollment process based on their individual circumstances or needs. Evaluates prospective student’s academic preparation and interests to determine appropriate opportunities at the University. Represents the University at on- and off-campus events and information sessions. Provides superior customer service for prospective students and families.

Additional Department Summary: Recruits Early College students in the West Alabama and Central US areas. Travels to various in-state and out-of-state events, including overnight travel and travel to remote locations. Uses Slate CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system to communicate with prospective students.

May reside in the Early College West Alabama recruitment territory, preferably in Tuscaloosa, Jefferson, Hale, or Bibb counties.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
Must be able to travel alone across the southeastern United States, sometimes overnight, up to 5 days per week.

Skills and Knowledge: Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to demonstrate poise and the ability to relate incredibly well with middle and high school students, parents, and educators. Ability to work with various groups of people. Ability to be a self-starter and independent worker.

Preferred Qualifications: Student recruitment experience, preferably with high school students. Experience with Slate CRM.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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