Admissions Specialist (8504)

Friends University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex work options

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement matching

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Friends University is seeking an Admissions Specialist in Wichita, KS to recruit traditional undergraduate students for fine arts programs. You will represent the University at high school visits, college fairs and campus events, engaging with counselors, teachers and families to drive interest and applications.

The role requires strong public speaking and communication, with a Bachelor’s degree and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Travel is limited to local and out-of-state events as needed.

Qualifications

• Well-developed public speaking, presentation, communication and organizational skills.
• Professional work experience in sales/promotion/public relations or related field preferred with the proven ability to meet goals.
• Knowledge of Microsoft environments including Word and Excel required.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.
• Knowledge of SCT Banner, sales force, and Microsoft office helpful.
• Bilingual in English-Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Recruit new students for traditional undergraduate programs at high schools and college fairs.
• Represent the University at high school visits, college fairs, and campus events.
• Communicate with counselors, teachers, coaches, and families via phone, email, text, and in person.
• Attend recruiting fairs and off-campus events; limited travel within and out of Kansas.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Sales experience

Bilingual English-Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SCT Banner

Salesforce

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2100 W University Ave - WICHITA, KS 67213

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Category: Sales

Friends University is seeking to fill an Admissions Specialist position in Wichita Kansas. The Admissions Specialist recruit new students for traditional undergraduate fine arts programs. Represents the University at high school visits, college fairs, etc. Plays a critical role in student and family visits to the campus and additional events. Communicating via phone, email, text, social networking and in person and/or visiting with counselors, teachers and coaches at high schools and community colleges. Limited travel to high schools and community colleges in and out of the state of Kansas. Attend recruiting fairs and other off-campus events.

Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents.

Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).

Mission of the University is: Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.

Qualifications

Well-developed public speaking, presentation, communication and organizational skills.

Professional work experience in sales/promotion/public relations or related field preferred with the proven ability to meet goals.

Knowledge of Microsoft environments including Word and Excel required.

Bachelor’s degree is required.

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.

Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.

Knowledge of SCT Banner, sales force, and Microsoft office helpful.

Bilingual in English-Spanish is a plus.

Friends University aspires to be a model of excellence in higher education. As an expression of our Christian faith, we aim to prepare our students for success in a diverse and interconnected world by providing transformative learning experiences that embrace different viewpoints. As we seek individuals to join our Friends University community, we encourage candidates who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply. Join us as we continue on this journey towards a more just and inclusive future for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Friends University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.