Description:
*This position is an on-site position*
JOB SUMMARY:
The Transfer Admissions Coordinator is an entry-level position with participation in all phases of the transfer and re-admit student recruitment process to meet predetermined monthly and annual goals.
This position reports directly to the Director of Undergraduate Admissions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Evaluates transfer and readmit applicants in accurate and timely fashion, reviews academic credentials and renders admissions decisions as mandated by Lourdes University’s undergraduate admissions standards including data entry, tracking, and reporting in the Customer Relations Management (CRM) system.
• Recruit prospective students by attending community college visits, college and/or career fairs, and other transition services programs and events.
• Develop relationships with community college advising staff through regularly scheduled visits and routine recruitment contacts.
• Develop relationships with community leaders and business leaders through scheduled visits, community involvement and various recruitment opportunities.
• Responsible for review and conversion of inquiries to applicants, admitted and enrolled students for the designated territory.
• Develop in-depth knowledge about Lourdes University’s cost of attendance, financial aid and scholarship opportunities, and it’s academic and extracurricular programs and articulate these programs.
• In conjunction with the University Registrar, use available resources to provide accurate and timely support for transfer students with questions about transferability of courses, academic planning, and differences between similar academic programs.
• Support day-to-day function of the Admission Office.
• Other duties as assigned
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license with the ability and willingness to travel.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage time, activity, and spending, staying focused on accomplishment of objectives, and meet preset goals.
• Proficient with system applications, a CRM, and on-line technology.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Desire to be actively involved with the campus community.
• A high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to pass a background check.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field required.
• One+ years in a related educational position and/or higher education preferred.