Admissions Advisor

Admissions Advisor

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Position Overview Hiring for the Midwest Region with final candidate being located near one of the following campus locations: Akron, OH Brookfield, WI Kenosha, WI Madison, WI Minneapolis, MN

The Admissions Advisor is responsible for educating and attracting potential students to attend Herzing University through inbound and outbound phone interactions. Provides information to prospective students on the advantages of attending Herzing University. Interviews prospective students to define program of interest, discuss scheduling, time commitment involved, etc. and ensures all aspects of the enrollment process are completed thoroughly and accurately.

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday with hours falling between 8AM and 5PM. Some additional weekend or an evening (until 7pm) may be required based on business need. Potential for travel to conferences, college fairs, and recruitment/community events.

Requirements:

• Associate Admissions Advisor: Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience A minimum of six months as an associate admissions advisor or related work experience, preferably in admissions, higher education, customer service or sales
• Admissions Advisor: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience A minimum of six months as an associate admissions advisor or related work experience, preferably in admissions, higher education, customer service or sales

The level a final candidate will be hired at will be dependent on qualifications and prior applicable experience.

Compensation is determined based on the qualifications, experience, and circumstances of each hire. It is uncommon for new employees to start near the top of the salary range. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a tuition waiver and reimbursement program, health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan. The hourly pay range for this position is $18.95 to $25.64 (associate level) or $23.17 to $31.39 (advisor level).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to inquiries for information about Herzing University's courses and programs through telephone, email, text, and chat.
• Interviewing prospective students to determine their motivation for continuing their education, understanding their career goals and needs, and helping identify potential obstacles which could hinder their educational experience.
• Helping prospective students identify the best educational program that matches their needs and goals, then sharing information about the benefits of what Herzing University offers.
• Guiding prospective students through the admissions process, responding to their questions and concerns at each step in the process, ensuring students complete the necessary admissions requirements, and connecting students to support resources.
• Generating inquiries through prospective students, current students, and the local community outreach/events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position most of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally move around the work location.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Constantly operates office and/or tech equipment which may include computers, copiers, fax machines, audio/visuals.
• Frequently uses voice and hearing to communicate with students, staff or colleagues face-to-face or over the telephone.
• Visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
• Occasionally move, carry, or lift 10 pounds.
• Frequently positions self to maintain computer related equipment which may involve bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, country of birth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.