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Director of Admissions Recruitment Nelson Full Time

Director of Admissions Recruitment

Full Time • Nelson Full Time
 
Institutional Mission
Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.
 
Position Overview
In consultation with the Dean of Admissions, the Director of Admissions Recruitment is responsible for the management of the on-campus admissions strategy and counseling staff, as well as, working collaboratively with the Admissions Leadership Team (Dean, Director of Admissions Information System & Communications, and Director of Admissions Recruitment).  The position also works closely with the Campus Visit Coordinator and Assistant Director of Online Admissions.
 
 
Major Responsibilities

35% - Develop comprehensive enrollment strategies and priorities for the University.
•         Develop and deploy a recruitment plan to attract potential students and generate inquiries
•         Manage 300+ travel recruitment events targeted to recruit high school students 
•         Understand, determine, and prioritize student markets
•         Research, understand, and analyze relevant industry best practices, research findings, and the competition to recommend and implement improvements
•         Understand the product offered to students, how it meets their needs, and how to communicate the product’s value
•         Understand and determine the most effective methods to reach and communicate with prospective students
•         Develop long-range promotional plans (print, electronic, and other mediums) for program initiatives
•         Design, procure, and inventory all physical elements for brand representation including booth assets, promotional merchandise, and attire
 
35% - Provide leadership oversight for respective admissions employees and their prospective student loads. 
•         Recruit, interview, select, and orient new admissions counselors. Facilitate all aspects of personnel changes
•         Provide day-to-day supervision, office management, project management, performance management, accountability, training, and professional development opportunities for admissions counselors
•         Motivate and inspire admissions employees to cultivate a positive work environment, exemplary work ethic, personal responsibility and ownership, and the completion of all assigned projects and tasks in a thorough and timely manner
•         Regularly communicate the office vision and strategy to admissions employees
•         Provide day-to-day decision making related to prospective student files and their admissions process 

 
15% - Assist in maintaining the systems necessary for the implementation of enrollment strategies.
•         Help manage the Undergraduate Admissions database (Slate) for on-campus and early college credit rounds
•         Oversee the development and execution of an appropriate travel recruitment schedule
•         Assist in the development of the comprehensive and sequential communication plan
•         Manage and maintain the relevant complementary systems to the Information System (inventory software, project management applications, etc.)

 
15% - Serve as internal and public representative for the university.
•         Represent the university at various types of recruitment events, both on campus, off campus, and virtually
•         Help develop, nurture, and maintain key recruitment relationships (e.g., AG district officials, school partnership leaders, guidance counselors, etc.)
•         Coordinate extensively with other student-serving offices such as Financial Aid, Registrar, Learning Centers, Residential Life, and Athletics related to the processes and enrollment of prospective students 
•         Serve on various committees as assigned by the university 

 
Perform other duties as requested by the Dean of Admissions.
 
Organizational Relationship
• Reports directly to the Dean of Admissions

Qualifications
Faith, service, and lifestyle that meets University expectations (See IPM sections: “Statement of Core Values,” “Doctrinal Statement,” “Christian Standards,” “Lifestyle Standard.”)
 
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university is required; Master’s degree preferred.  3+ years in sales and/or experience in university admissions are highly preferred.  Candidate must demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with students, staff, faculty and prospective students; further, the candidate must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.  A strong customer service orientation is essential, along with flexibility in schedule. 
 
Candidate must possess strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently, as well as, being a self-starter.  Must be capable of large-scale, ongoing project and performance management.  The ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing priorities is essential. 
 
Candidate must possess a strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Google Suite, and grammar.  Experience with CRM and SIS systems preferred.  

Application Process:   Complete the fields to the right of this screen under “Apply here”.  These fields contain intake information.  After clicking submit application, you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions.  Incomplete applications will not be considered. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Human Resources Office at humanresources@nelson.edu.   Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office. 
 
Note: 
This position is exempt from overtime in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Join us in shaping the future of Nelson University and empowering students to fulfill their potential! 




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