*This is an Exempt position. Employees in this position are paid a salary on a monthly basis and are not eligible to receive overtime pay.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Assists in developing, implementing and evaluating recruitment strategies and activities for one or more academic programs. Attends recruitment functions, reviews applications, maintains contact with prospective students, candidates, and recruiting contacts. Coordinates admission programs for one or more student groups such as prospective students, accepted students, international or transfer students. Recruits students by visiting high schools and college recruitment fairs. Plans itineraries for assigned geographical areas and ensures adequate coverage of priority areas based on historical data. Reviews applications for admission, provides comments, and assigns an admission rating to each application. Recommends which applicants to accept, refer, reject, or put on the waiting list. Conducts information sessions for visiting students and parents and may conduct campus tours. Responds to questions pertaining to admission, housing, financial aid, academic departments, and the University in general. Refers students to other sources for additional information. Assists in planning and coordinating special events and alumni volunteer activities to enhance student recruitment. Plans, coordinates and implements training programs for new Admission Advisors. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in business administration, education or related field. Three years of university or college admission experience. Effective public speaking skills.
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
This is an equal employment opportunity, and Emory is an affirmative action employer. Emory does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran/Reserve/National Guard status.
