Admissions Representative (Temporary)

University of North Calorina Pembroke; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Pembroke is seeking a Temporary Admissions Representative to support undergraduate admissions recruitment and outreach efforts. The role involves presenting UNC Pembroke’s programs, answering inquiries, and guiding prospective students through the application process.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, a valid driver's license, and strong written/public speaking skills. Travel and flexible hours are expected to engage with diverse communities and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; a valid driver’s license required; excellent written and public speaking skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Aid the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in recruitment efforts.
• Assist in admissions application evaluation and prospective student outreach.
• Enhance UNCP brand awareness by participating in virtual and in-person recruitment activities.
• Respond to prospective student inquiries and engage with prospective student decision influencers.
• Meet with student influencers such as school counselors, college advisors, and transfer liaisons.
• Staff and support admissions and recruitment events, including Open Houses, information sessions, college fairs, and special recruitment programs, while engaging prospective students, and representing UNC Pembroke.
• Travel extensively throughout identified territories promoting the UNC Pembroke brand.
• First-level screening of admissions applications and coaching students through application submission

Skills

Excellent written communication

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Position Information

Division

Department

Department Admissions

Working Title

Working Title Temporary Admissions Representative

Vacancy Type

Vacancy Type Full-Time Temporary

Min T/E Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Required. A valid driver’s license is also required. Excellent written and public speaking skills. Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools suite.

FTE

FTE 1.0

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $18.00 per hour

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $18.00 per hour

Number of vacancies

Number of vacancies 1

Position #

Position # TSEM01

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Months per year

Months per year 4

Work Schedule =e.g. 8-500

Work Schedule =e.g. 8-500 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Schedule Type

Work Schedule Type Flexible

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit Admit potential students for a success college experience

Primary Purpose of Position

Aid the Office of Undergraduate Admissions in recruitment efforts. Assist in admissions application evaluation and prospective student outreach. Enhance UNCP brand awareness by participating in virtual and in-person recruitment activities. Respond to prospective student inquiries and engage with prospective student decision influencers.

The Admissions Representative will be a first impression contact and recruiter for UNC Pembroke. The representative will be responsible for marketing the UNCP brand in identified markets and will provide general college advising to assist students in the admissions application submission. The representative will respond to and answer general questions about UNCP academic programs, majors, student life, athletics, clubs and organizations, and the North Carolina Promise tuition plan.

Other major responsibilities include:

• Collect, report, review, and complete initial response to prospective student inquiries.
• Provide academic program overviews and Admissions presentations to various audiences and target populations.
• Qualify prospective student interest levels and respond appropriately to students based on interest level.
• Perform student outreach through email and text.
• Participate in daytime and evening recruitment events to include but not limited to college fairs, industry visits, and community fairs.
• Travel extensively throughout identified territories promoting the UNC Pembroke brand
• Meet with student influencers such as school counselors, college advisors, and transfer liaisons.
• First-level screening of admissions applications and coaching students through application submission
• Staff and support admissions and recruitment events, including Open Houses, information sessions, college fairs, and special recruitment programs, while engaging prospective students, and representing UNC Pembroke.
• Relevant recruitment duties as assigned by the Director/Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions

Management Preference

Preference will be given to applicants with recruitment or sales experience, and to those with direct higher education admissions recruitment experience. Other education experience such as college advising, teaching, or counseling will also be highly considered.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Required Documents

• C V/Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3
• Other Document 4

Posting Specific Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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• * Do you possess a valid driver's license? If so, please list date of issuance and date of expiration on your application.
  • yes
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• * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What are your experiences and successes in working with diverse populations and/or audiences?

  (Open Ended Question)