Admission Representative

Overview Applications are being accepted for the position of admission representative. This is a full‑time position providing counseling and sharing college information with prospective students and parents. This position conducts student interviews on and off‑campus, visits high schools, makes group presentations about the college, and attends college fairs; develops a recruitment plan with a focus on diversity recruitment; analyzes, reviews, and makes recommendations on student admission and scholarship applications; organizes and coordinates alumni support teams in assigned market areas; reviews and analyzes data for planning purposes and participates in the development of the college's marketing and recruitment plan; participates as a team member in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and admission of students in a goal‑oriented setting. Responsibilities Conduct student interviews on and off‑campus, visit high schools, deliver group presentations about the college, and attend college fairs; develop recruitment plans focusing on diversity; analyze, review, and recommend student admission and scholarship applications; organize and coordinate alumni support teams in assigned market areas; analyze data for planning purposes; and participate in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and admission of students in a goal‑oriented setting. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required, preferably from a private liberal arts college. Work experience in a related field is preferred but not required. Foreign language skills, specifically Spanish, are preferred but not required. The college seeks candidates who would be committed to supporting a creative, dynamic, and diverse workplace that celebrates the uniqueness of our students and fellow colleagues. Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable to drive. Work Location & Conditions Extensive travel is required for three to four months of the year, particularly in the fall and spring. Periodic weekend work throughout the academic year, along with ongoing weekend and evening telemarketing projects, is expected. The position is expected to work in person on campus in Mount Vernon, Iowa. Compensation & Benefits The hiring pay range is $37,000 - $40,000. Cornell College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, HSA & FSA accounts, a TIAA 403(b) retirement account, tuition remission and exchange for employees and dependents, life insurance, disability insurance, travel insurance, and accident insurance. Full‑time staff begin with a 4‑week vacation accrual along with 14.5 paid holidays in a year. Desired Qualities Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Application Process The position will remain open until filled. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three references through Cornell's online application system. Equal Opportunity Employer Cornell is an AA/EO employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke Free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E‑Verify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr