Admissions Representative

Recruit high school students, adults, athletes and international students to credit and non-credit career opportunities or transfer programs, selling the benefits and advantages of a community college. Be the first point of contact with prospective students and families. Coordinate and host campus visit events and personalized visit experiences. Provide expertise in NICC programs and financial literacy. Travel within the tri-states to promote unique program opportunities at the college. Duties and Responsibilities The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this job class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the job class as necessary. Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract diverse student populations, including traditional high school students, adult learners, athletes, and international students. Conduct outreach through high school visits, community partnerships, and employer collaborations to increase awareness of NICC’s academic and career pathway programs. Plan and lead recruitment events, including on-campus open houses, career exploration events, and individual campus visits. Ensure timely and comprehensive follow-up with prospective students using traditional and high-tech communication methods, providing them with information on academic programs, career pathways, financial aid, and student support services. Guide prospective students through the enrollment process, ensuring seamless transition from inquiry to application, orientation, and program placement. Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : AA/AS degree with minimum of 3 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree required. CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Must possess valid driver’s license. Essential Functions Assist undecided students in identifying career and educational pathways. Stay current on financial aid literacy, cost of attendance, and funding options to effectively communicate grants, loans, and scholarships. Support and monitor international students, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Partner with academic departments, athletics, and student services to enhance the student experience from recruitment through completion. Assist in planning and executing student engagement initiatives, including Student Life Ambassador programs and new student orientation. Collaborate with the Director of Admissions & Recruitment to oversee application processes for limited-enrollment programs. Utilize technology and data analytics to track recruitment efforts, measure success, and recommend enhancements to recruitment strategies. Provide periodic reports on recruitment activities and enrollment trends to leadership. Engage in professional development to stay current with trends and innovations in admissions, recruitment, and student development. Collaborate with coworkers to manage budgeted funds for the Admissions department. Participate in staff meetings and on committees representing the Admissions office and recruitment functions. Open Date Open Date 08/04/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? NICC Website Posting at NICC IowaWorks AccessDubuqueJobs Indeed.com HigherEdJobs.com Local Newspaper Other If you answered the referral question with "Other", please provide. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) If newspaper, please provide name/town of newspaper. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) #J-18808-Ljbffr