WHY POST?
Post University is a legendary, dynamic, growth-oriented organization of passionate, diverse professionals united in pursuit of life-changing service to countless students. Our “Make It Personal” mission is the driving tenet that shapes all aspects of how we treat students and each other. The Post University’s success story is well positioned to be second to none.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Main Campus Admissions Counselor has the primary responsibility to represent Post University at various recruitment events, high school visits and classroom presentations throughout the year, etc., and assist prospective students throughout the enrollment process. Additional priority is developing and fostering good relationships with High School and Community College teachers, administrators, prospective students, and their parents in an assigned geographic area. Responsibilities include but are not limited to attending high school visits, college fairs, and on and off-campus events, generating and collecting quality leads from prospective students, and inputting and maintaining clean data in the recruitment database. Extensive evenings, weekends, and overnight travel are required in this role. The position also requires the candidate to conduct professional information sessions with School Counselors, Transfer Coordinators, prospective students, and their families for the benefit of the university. This position is responsible for building and maintaining a travel schedule that includes attending college fairs, high school visits, instant decision events, and other high school and community engagement programs to increase awareness about Post University within their assigned territory. The priority functions will be conducting presentations and recruiting new students. As such, the ideal candidate will manage an assigned territory, participate in meetings and events on and off campus, manage student files, and succeed in a metrics-driven setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Model Post’s non-negotiable behaviors in all interactions with colleagues, students, applicants, vendors, or other business associates.
- Understand and communicate the values of a Post University education.
- Generate quality leads from prospective students.
- Create and execute an extensive travel schedule within their assigned territory, including up to 150 high school visits, college fairs, instant decision programs, college nights, and other regional and national college fairs and conferences.
- Professionally represent Post University within assigned territory.
- Participate in the planning and execution of on-campus and off-campus events.
- Develop relationships with high school counselors and transfer coordinators and identify opportunities for outreach and promotion of Post University’s programs and initiatives within assigned territory.
- Perform presentations to prospective students and their families.
- Extensive travel includes frequent evenings, weekends, and overnight stays.
- Conduct Professional College Advisory Sessions (PCAS) via telephone and occasionally face-to-face with the intent of helping prospective students identify their interests and choose a Degree Program that fits each student’s personal and career goals.
- Promptly respond to student inquiries regarding Post University and our program offerings.
- Data entry of student enrollment information to ensure complete and proper documentation.
- Follow up with prospective students/applicants and record results in the database to ensure excellent customer service throughout enrollment.
- Work collaboratively with Financial Aid, Advising, and other departments to assist students with financing and advising needs.
- Participate in student registration and development activities to promote student awareness, retention, and success.
- Meet & ideally exceed established team and individual enrollment goals.
- Participate in weekly team and floor-wide meetings to address best sales practices and strategies.
- Must be a self-starter and can achieve established results and goals with minimal supervision.
- Possesses knowledge of all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and performance required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One to two years of related experience is required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have excellent PC skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and database software.
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task.
- Must be able to work in a team-oriented, focused environment.
As a member of our Post University team, the individual will share in a 134-year tradition of helping people achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in Waterbury, Connecticut, Post University has a vibrant campus and an excellent online program. The University offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes medical, dental, 401(k) and tuition benefits.
Interested candidates should forward cover letter, resume, and three references to Post University Associate Experience.
Disclaimer: This opportunity may be withdrawn and/or amended.
Post University is an equal opportunity employer.
At Post, we embrace differences. We thrive on diversity. We believe our distinctions make us better educators, leaders, and simply better in every way possible. We gladly comply with all applicable laws. We do not discriminate because of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or other legally protected status.
Post University's team members come from various backgrounds, experiences, and expertise. Each perspective helps us collectively evaluate situations from every angle for the best decision-making process available. This is the heart of our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.