Admissions Advisor

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mentors Admissions Advisors as assigned.
• Assists with specials projects as assigned by leadership.
• Leads team during times when leadership is otherwise unavailable.
• Serves as SME on all partner institution knowledge and process.
• Recruits new students to achieve new student goals for each term.  
• Strives to reach the expected conversion goals for each stage of the recruiting process.
• Interviews prospective students through telephone and face-to-face presentations to determine motivation, interest level and academic qualifications.
• Presents and sells the program during internal and external presentations and responds to any prospect needs.
• Enters and records all prospect activities according to company policies.
• Adheres to all Orbis Education and partner policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of the partner's mission, accreditation, history, curriculum, courses, academic policies and faculty.
• Participates in day-to-day operations activities, general administration and special projects of the site.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• 12-24 months in the role of an Admission Advisor II at Orbis (internal)
• Received an “exceeds expectations” rating on most recent performance evaluation (internal)
• 6+ years of experience in an admissions function and/or 2+ years of management experience in an admissions function within a university/college setting(external)
• High level written and oral communication skills to accurately present information persuasively, professionally and accurately to groups of people.
• Entrepreneurial aptitude in the start-up and growth of an organization.
• Confidence, resilience, strong organizational skills, exceptional persistence, a high level of commitment, and the ability to guide and motivate others.
• Positive attitude, high level of energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Working knowledge of database and software packages to enter, track, report, analyze and maintain student information. 
• Professional and problem-solving approach to admissions issues.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Self-directed, with the ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of admissions processes, policies, and compliance.
• Ability to work variable hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Experience and Education

• 1-2 years of customer service, sales or marketing experience.
• Call center and/or education recruiting experience preferred.
• Experience working in a start-up environment or product launch preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred