Admissions Advisor I

THE COMPANY 

Archer Education partners with colleges and universities across the US to help them reach further, recruit smarter, and grow faster through targeted digital enrollment marketing solutions. If you’re looking for a meaningful career, where you’ll have the freedom, flexibility and support to thrive – all while having fun and working with some pretty awesome people, then Archer Education might be right for you. Archer offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and a fun, casual work environment. 

Since 2007, Archer has developed a reputation as innovative, dependable and always willing to go above and beyond for our partners. As we grow, it is more important than ever that we focus on these areas, and doing so requires amazing people who also are innovative, dependable and willing to go above and beyond. We are a culture that values experience and knowledge, and we need someone who can make an immediate impact and help us continue delivering a high-quality experience that exceeds expectations.

THE ROLE 

The Admissions Advisor will engage students for enrollment in a program from one of our college and university partners.  The Admissions Advisor will recruit qualified applicants with a consultative approach, an ability to meet challenges head-on, and a passion for changing lives through high-quality education. This position will report to the Director of Admissions.

This is a full-time remote role, but we do have an office in Kansas City for those that prefer an office environment. We also have growing teams in Los Angeles and Denver.  

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prospect for and enroll students into college programs
• Make outbound phone calls and send texts and emails to engage prospective students
• Conduct initial student interview
• Consult with and prepare students to start class
• Document all activities related to student interactions in the student database
• Exercise discretion within process and follow all compliance guidelines 
• Follow up with students after enrollment to ensure readiness to start class
• Collaborate with partner school staff as it relates to student support

THE REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• 1+ years of customer service or sales experience
• General knowledge of the college admissions process
• Ability to establish rapport and build relationships with prospective students
• Persistence coupled with a passion for education
• A proven track record of achieving measurable results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven department
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong ability in vocabulary and grammar 
• Basic computer and database experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree 
• Admissions experience
• Experience in a high-volume call environment

THE BENEFITS

At Archer, we believe empowered employees have the most fun and do their best work, so we strive to offer a competitive benefits package to allow just that. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as paid time off and sick days. Here are just a few more of the benefits you’ll receive as an Archer team member.

• Invest in your future: 401k plans and a full contribution match up to 4%.
• Prioritize your family: Up to 12 weeks of parental leave with 6 weeks paid, following the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
• Never stop learning: Receive up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Balance work and life: We offer a flexible working environment and schedule that empowers you to do your best work. Our teams work across all time zones in the US.