What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Admission Advisor at a College / Career School position at BERK TRADE SCHOOL INC?
ABOUT BERK TRADE SCHOOL
Family Owned and Operated Trade School since 1945 is looking for an Admission Advisor
When you join us you will be part of a vibrant and winning team. You will be paid a competitive salary, paid vacation, health insurance, 401K.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Berk Trade School is seeking a dynamic, energetic and goal oriented individual to bring our Admissions Advising to the next level in a period of rapid change. The Admissions Advisor will report to either the Assistant Director or Director and be responsible for establishing and executing a multi-faceted recruiting strategy that takes into account potential students, guidance counselors and parents.
Berk Trade School serves many different types of students. Our traditional Advisors will be responsible to build relationships with High Schools to recruit students during their Senior Year to attend our program. The School also works with an Adult population whether just starting their educational journey or returning to complete it.
Admissions Advisor is provided training and coaching throughout his/her/their career so he/she/they are able to develop both personally and professionally.
Candidates should enjoy working in a dynamic and innovative team approach to students’ recruitment and be goal oriented, organized, and capable of thinking strategically.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develop and implement effective outreach strategies and partnerships to support enrollment objectives - Liaise with internal and external groups that take part in the admissions process, such as financial aid, student services and bursar
- Evaluate candidate applications to ensure admissions standards are met
- Inform candidates about the school, the program and present the school
- Assist applicants through the admission process, collecting documents and reviewing applications and transcripts
- Provide complete support and follow-up to students and parents via phone, letters, text and email
- Reach out to candidates not register to make sure they have all pertinent information
- Partner with Financial Aid, Bursar and Student Services to successfully complete registrations
- Design and deliver presentations to groups of prospective students at college fairs, high schools, corporations and other events.
- Meet all class enrollment metrics
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
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Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or at least three years of experience - Superb oral and written communication skills with a proven ability communicating with and influencing a wide range of audiences
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Excellent listening skills and the ability to build rapport with diverse groups
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Solid technical skills including Microsoft Office
- Previous sales, recruitment firm and other metric driven work experience will be considered
- Prior Admissions Experience at a college or career school is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27- $31 per hour
Benefits:
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401K - Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
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Monday to Friday and some flexibility
Education:
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Bachelor Degree (Required) or three years of related work experience
Work Location: In person
: Long Island CIty, Queens
Salary : $27 - $31