Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions

University of Nebraska at Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is hiring an Undergraduate Admissions Representative to manage a recruitment territory and guide prospective students through the admissions process. The role involves travel to college fairs, high school visits, and regional presentations to build leads and enrollments.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and strong communication/presentation skills. Some evening and weekend events and occasional overnight travel are expected as part of outreach

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Prior admissions/recruitment or related work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent UNO at college fairs, visits, and recruitment events to promote programs.
• Manage a designated recruitment territory to meet enrollment goals.
• Develop and deliver presentations to groups of prospective students and families.
• Act as liaison with high schools, counselors, and community partners.
• Maintain and analyze recruitment data to track progress toward targets.

Skills

Candidate relationship management

Communication

Public speaking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

UNO is Nebraska's public metropolitan research university - auniversity with strong academic values, diverse programs andlearning opportunities, and significant relationships with ourcommunity that facilitate engaged teaching and research.

Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal OpportunityEmployer, committed to preventing and eliminating discriminationagainst employees and prospective employees based on race, color,ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation,gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information,veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. TheUniversity of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or toleratediscrimination. In support of this policy, the University hasimplemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promotequalified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills,abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment torecruit, assess and select all candidates/employees usingjob-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, andtreatment in our selection decisions and processes.

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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

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The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race,color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexualorientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, geneticinformation, veteran status, marital status, and/or politicalaffiliation in its education programs or activities, includingadmissions and employment. The University prohibits any form ofretaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination,harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protectedactivity.

Job Title

Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions

Job Grade

AS15S

Division

Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success

College/Dept

Undergraduate Admissions

Department

UGAdmissions

Requisition Number

2026-00321

FTE (full-time equivalency)

100.00

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm. - Due to travel and need for consistentfollow-up with students and families, this position often requiresover 40 hours per week, as well as night and weekend work.

Does the position provide the opportunity to workRemotely/Telecommuting?

No remote/telecommute opportunity

Appointment Term

12- 12/12 months

Is this position essential personnel according to the inclementweather policy?

No

Pay Information

$40,000 - $42,000/Year

Pay Schedule

Annually

FLSA Designation

Exempt

Position Summary

We are hiring an Undergraduate Admissions Representative to joinour Undergraduate Admissions team. This position is responsible formanaging a territory and recruiting students throughout theadmissions process. This includes traveling to college fairs, highschool visits, and regional presentations to build leads. TheRepresentative should maintain contact with students and familiesthroughout the application and admission process. This includesactively calling and messaging to gauge interest and assist inenrolling prospective students. Representatives must maintain aconnection with other constituents in the assigned territory,including High School Counselors. Representatives Will developpublic presentations designed to promote the institution.Presentations may range in size from a single student to a largeaudience.

• Community Engagement: Develop and maintain strongrelationships with community organizations, schools, and keystakeholders to expand awareness of educational opportunities atUNO . Proactively engage with prospective students and theirfamilies through outreach events, presentations, and collaborationsthat foster a welcoming and supportive pathway to highereducation.

• Recruitment Territory Management : Manage a designatedrecruitment territory by establishing and maintaining relationshipswithin the community to achieve enrollment objectives. Engage withkey stakeholders, schools, and organizations to expand awareness ofUNO’s academic programs.

• Increased Time and Event Commitment: Dedicate additionaltime to community-based events, outreach activities, andrecruitment efforts beyond the standard admissions role.Participate in extended engagement opportunities to strengthenconnections with prospective students and families.

• Outreach Strategy Development: Assist in the creationand execution of outreach strategies that effectively connect withprospective students, families, and community partners. Identifyopportunities for meaningful engagement to enhance awareness ofUNO’s offerings.

• Progress Tracking: Maintain detailed records of outreachactivities and recruitment initiatives, systematically trackingprogress toward enrollment goals. Ensure data accuracy andtransparency in reporting.

• University Ambassador: Represent the University ofNebraska at Omaha as a knowledgeable and welcoming resource forprospective students and their families. Foster strong personalconnections and convey the institution’s academic and student lifeopportunities.

• Admissions Data Management: Manage admissions data forstudents in the assigned region, ensuring a smooth application andenrollment process. Direct students to appropriate resources andsupport services as needed.

• External Partnerships: Build and sustain relationshipswith schools, community organizations, and partners involved incollaborative agreements. Strengthen engagement efforts to supportstudents to higher education.

• Recruitment Strategies : Execute recruitment strategiesthat align with university enrollment goals, focusing on expandingawareness and access to UNO’s academic programs and student supportservices.

• Goal-Driven Territory Management : Oversee recruitmentefforts within the assigned territory, working towards annualenrollment targets in alignment with institutional goals andoutreach initiatives.

• Community Liaison : Act as a bridge between theuniversity and the community, engaging alumni and local leaders inthe recruitment process. Foster partnerships with organizationsinvested in student success.

• Compliance and Support : Adhere to university policiesand procedures regarding travel, recruitment events, and outreachactivities, ensuring consistency with institutional standards.

• Institutional Goals : Contribute to the overallobjectives of the Admissions Office by supporting university-wideenrollment and student success initiatives.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area: Represent the University / Provide Advising Services

Duties: Represent the University of Nebraska at Omaha at corporatevisits/events, college fairs, community events, and other offcampus recruitment events. Communicate the necessary information,program opportunities, and scholarship and financial aidinformation to prospective students, both first time and transferstudents. The admissions representative will carry out the specificstrategy, and in collaboration with the team, determine a marketingapproach for the particular assigned region to increase the numberof students in programs best designed for them at the University.Whether in person, through electronic communication, or the phone,the Admissions Representative will provide expanded advising toprospective students and families who inquire about the admissionrequirements, how to apply or transfer to UNO, their admissionstatus, residency or special tuition reduction programs, anddocuments required for admission. Must be completely aware ofUniversity Admission Requirements as well as have a strong overallunderstanding of the University. While observing FERPA privacylaws, the admission representative will answer questions regardingadmissions and direct customers to the appropriate person or officeon campus. Customers may be students, families, or otherdepartments.

Percentage Of Time 45

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Manage Assigned Territory

Duties: The Admissions Representative will be assigned a specificterritory. They are responsible for complete management of theirterritory to achieve annual recruitment goals through theadministrative CRM system, telecounseling and travel. TheAdmissions Representative will implement the establishedstrategies, objectives and goals to achieve their specificrecruitment goals within their assigned area.

Percentage Of Time 30

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Presentations and Information Sessions

Duties: Create presentations and conduct information sessions to groups onand off campus. Provide guidance, communication, promotionalinformation, and assistance to these prospective students, families, alumni, and other individuals oragencies that are associated with the recruitment process.

Percentage Of Time 15

Essential Function: Yes

Responsibility Area: Serve as Liaison

Duties: The Admissions Representative will also serve as liaison to theUniversity’s faculty, community agencies, counselors, advisors, andother professional staff who are involved in the recruitmentprocess.

Percentage Of Time 10

Essential Function: Yes

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Education

Master’s degree

Preferred Experience

• Prior admissions/Recruitment or related work experience

• Demonstrate self-direction and motivation

• Work individually, as well as in a team setting

• Interpersonal/human relations skills

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Effective presentation skills

• Planning and organizational skills

• Knowledge of admission terminology and tests

• Basic research skills

• Sufficient knowledge of personal computer with various softwareprograms

• Ability to learn and apply institutional policies andprocedures

• Maintain and adhere to set schedules

• Willingness to travel/drive and work on weekends andnights

• Ability to handle stress due to travel

• Communicate well with prospective students, their parents andguidance counselors.

• Ability to present pertinent information on the University ofNebraska, Omaha and the college selection process to both large andsmall groups.

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check No

Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check Yes

Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No

Drug Screen No

Supplemental Question

1. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * What is the highest level of education you have attained?
   • none
   • High School Diploma/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate (PhD, MD,EdD, JD etc)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter