Hybrid Admissions Specialist, Degree Programs (NY/Online)

Cambridge Information Group Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Edconic is seeking an Admissions Officer, Degree Programs in New York, NY, with hybrid work and a focus on guiding applicants from inquiry to enrollment. The role supports graduate programs at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York and Online, coordinating events and reporting to senior admissions leadership.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, strong communication, and experience with CRM systems, and is willing to travel within the tri-state area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 2-3 years of previous work on a college campus (student-held)
• Exceptional written, oral, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external contacts
• Ability to relate effectively with people from widely diverse backgrounds; commitment to embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging
• Experience with automated database systems, including a CRM (Salesforce, preferable) and Student Information System is a plus
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive student information with discretion
• Be willing to travel in the tri-state area to participate in recruitment efforts as required
• Regular weekday (Monday-Friday) hybrid attendance/availability is required during core business hours
• Ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for prospective students through a variety of methods, including virtual appointments, phone calls, emails, social media, information sessions, graduate fairs, and other events
• Process and conduct first review of applications, with primary focus on New York and Online
• Support the planning, organizing, and delivery of all on- and off-campus recruitment events such as open days, virtual information sessions, taster days, and represent the Institute at student recruitment events in the U.S.
• Provide regular analysis and reports to the Associate Director and Global Head of Admissions
• Maintain accurate and current prospect and applicant records in Admissions databases and CRM
• Assist in the scholarship process for New York and online applicants, including the evaluation of scholarship applications, allocation of funds, and distribution of awards
• Cultivate strong working relationships with Institute faculty, staff, guidance counselors, and key stakeholders
• Serve as a liaison for the student with offices across campus including student services, financial services, the MA programs team, and the registrar

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Diversity & Inclusion

Discretion

Flexible scheduling

Evening & weekend availability

Travel in tri-state area

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Student Information System

Job description

Edconic is seeking an Admissions Officer, Degree Programs in New York, NY, with hybrid work and a focus on guiding applicants from inquiry to enrollment. The role supports graduate programs at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York and Online, coordinating events and reporting to senior admissions leadership.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, strong communication, and experience with CRM systems, and is willing to travel within the tri-state area.