South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to
join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and
online.
The South University 125-year story-past, present, and future-is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed
the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University.
Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will
find South University to be a place you can call home.
What’s next for you is the first priority for us!
Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a
place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.
South University, the right direction for a
brighter future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Paid Time Off
12
Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for recruiting
qualified applicants for admission to the University in accordance with state and federal accreditation and institutional policies and
regulations, consistent with the highest ethical standards. The Admissions Representative is responsible for managing time and inquiry
resources to generate interest in our programs. This position will conduct a high volume of prospective phone contacts to secure
appointments and facilitate interview activities, and conduct follow-up activities with unresolved interviewees and future class applicants.
They will work interdepartmentally with Student Support Services to ensure students are supported and successfully matriculate. Incumbent
must ensure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality
services to clients; development, growth, involvement,
and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an
environment that is conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
- Accurately and completely explain educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial
considerations to students, parents, and educators. - Manage inquiries to achieve prompt contact and meet weekly performance goals;
utilize approved recruitment policies/formats; make prompt, effective contact with inquiries; and redirect unqualified candidates based on
incompatible career goals. - Secure new inquiries (Personally Developed Referrals) by directly asking phone and in-person contacts
about referrals of others who may be interested in programs offered. - Schedule and conduct interviews, pursue qualified candidates
for enrollment, and determine the appropriateness of candidates for enrollment based on career goal compatibility. - Accurately
forecast projected new students periodically for admissions leadership. - Consistently conduct follow-up meetings, at a minimum of
monthly, with all applicants to ensure successful matriculation. - Assist other personnel and departments with data collection and
problem-solving. - Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities, including open houses, regional presentations,
training sessions, orientation programs, career days, community outreach, and employer partnerships. - Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and one year of successful
admissions or sales experience, OR associate’s degree and three years of successful admissions or sales experience. (Salary level will be
based on degree level.) - Sincere interest in helping others achieve life goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication
skills. - Strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations.
- Superior organizational and
problem-resolution skills. - Goal-oriented and highly ethical.
- Strong expertise with MS Office as well as field-related
hardware and software packages and systems for reporting features. - Ability to interact effectively as either a leader or a team
member and work collaboratively with other departments. - Ability to listen to customers (e.g., staff, etc.) and to understand and
respond positively to their requests. - Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities.
- Ability to manage
multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics
described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The term
“qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform
the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate
professionally in person, over the telephone, through email, video conference, and other electronic means, move about the office or school,
handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess. The employee is occasionally required
to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a
diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.
