Admissions Advisor/Recruiter

Location

Las Cruces, NM | United States

Job description

“Para la gente, y el futuro!  For the people, and the future!”

   Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award two-time recipient from INSIGHT into Diversity (2022,2023)

The Admissions Advisor/Recruiter assists prospective medical school applicants through the admissions process in an efficient, professional, and supportive manner.  This position will provide accurate information regarding admission to Burrell College’s medical program while traveling to recruitment events and on campus. The position also receives and evaluates application materials, provides recommendations for applicant interview invitations, and coordinates communications and interactions between the college and applicants.   The Admissions Advisor/Recruiter must possess positive, high energy, exceptional communication skills, creativity, and enthusiasm for an educational environment.

The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability.”

• This position is Exempt.
• The Admissions Advisor/Recruiter reports to the Director of Admissions
• The salary for this position is $48,000.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Admissions department in coordinating, planning, participating in, and promoting special admission on-campus events including tours, applicant information sessions, and applicant retention activities.
• Evaluate incoming applications to Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Track and conduct follow-up efforts to ensure all required application materials are received.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the Admissions application processes, software, and database.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Services departments to validate admission/enrollment materials needed for prospective and current students.
• Independently represent Burrell at off-site locations such as colleges, conferences, and any other travel-related initiatives.
• Compile comprehensive travel reports/statistics/admissions data.
• Conduct large group and school tours and presentations both in person and virtually.
• Develop, organize, and facilitate Admissions presentations for prospective students and visitors.
• Independently articulate the Burrell College mission to a variety of publics- acting as a liaison between Burrell and college counselors and advisors, students, parents, corporations, and/or government representatives.
• Serve as a member of the Admissions team and manage a recruitment territory and/or population; contact, visit, and inform prospective medical school applicants and health profession advisors about admission to Burrell College.  
• Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, conversions, personal schedules, travel, special programs, and/or expense reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of Burrell’s academic, social, extra-curricular, residential options, and financial aid programs, and communicate this information to prospective students. 
• Maintain a high volume of communication via email, traditional mail, social media, and phone calls with prospective applicants of the college to establish a productive rapport between the applicant and Burrell.
• Maintain up-to-date travel records of all invited and attended recruitment events; provide reports as requested by the Associate Director of Admissions 
• Attend and participate in admissions staff meetings.
• During peak travel seasons, work on periodic weekends, and evenings, and travel locally and out of state.
• Encourage a healthy and productive relationship between Admissions and other Burrell offices.

Other Skills Important to the Position:

• Ability and willingness to travel for recruitment during travel seasons.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and around deadlines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a deep concern for others and the contributions they make to an organization.
• Possesses both polished and inviting interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Possesses a disposition that genuinely enjoys all people.
• Demonstrates openness to new ideas.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and able to provide a clear driving record (pass a background check, for example, no DUI/DWI, no outstanding warrants).

Minimal Qualifications & Experience:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

• Bachelor's degree

Preferences:

• Experience with AMP or similar Admissions management systems.
• Experience working with students in an admissions-related environment.
• Experience/ability in giving presentations to large groups.
• Experience/ability to give tours.

Note: Applicants must currently be authorized to lawfully work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, a review of resumes is scheduled to begin immediately. Salary is commensurate with experience. EOE.

Applications should be submitted by electronic submission via the Burrell College Work Opportunities website.

Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal-opportunity employer
and values diversity in our faculty and staff as an important aspect of the educational process. 
BCOM encourages individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences to apply.

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