Admissions and Outreach Representative

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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.

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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


SUMMARY:
The primary outcome and urgent focus of this position is to add new student enrollment in undergraduate and/or graduate degree programs for the ground campuses. These enrollment targets are set each year in the University budgeting process. Success in this role is defined by meeting or exceeding inquiries, conversion and enrollment targets.
The Admissions and Outreach Representative will be responsible for contacting prospective students they have been assigned to ensure superior customer service for the purpose of enrolling into assigned university program. They will also market the campus and program offerings to community partners in the local area to generate relationships, awareness, agreements and prospective students. This individual is responsible for industry knowledge related to degrees offered at the campus and regularly conducts local market research to target the secondary education market, including college counselors, professional pathways classes and programs. In addition, the Admissions and Outreach Representative is responsible for managing a calendar of recruitment activities, such as presentations and fairs, meeting monthly and annual plans for outreach activities and the admissions funnel resulting in meeting set goals for new students.
The Admission and Outreach Representative must conduct activities in accordance with state, federal, accreditation, regulatory, and South University policies, consistent with the highest ethical standards.
The Admissions and Outreach Representative can expect some travel within designated region. This individual must be flexible with extended hours and days of work, when necessary, to meet the needs of partners and the campus.
The incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy: Quality services to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
1. Accurately and completely explain educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial consideration to students, parents, and educators.
2. Manage inquiries to achieve prompt contact and performance activity weekly goals; utilize approved recruitment policies/formats; make prompt and effective contact with inquiries and redirect unqualified candidates based upon incompatible career goals.
3. Secure new inquiries (Personally Developed Referrals) by directly asking phone and in-person contacts about referrals of others to contact that may be interested in programs offered.
4. Schedule and conduct interviews, pursue qualified candidates for enrollment, and determine appropriateness of candidates for enrollment based upon career goal compatibility.
5. Accurately forecast projected new students on a periodic basis for admissions leadership.
6. Consistently conduct follow-up meetings, monthly at minimum, with all applicants to ensure successful matriculation.
7. Cultivate and maintain relationships in the community, including but not limited to, hospitals, doctor’s offices, health clinics and others with a role in influencing student perceptions of South University
8. Responsible for recruiting qualified applicants for admission to the school in accordance with state and federal accreditation and company policies and regulations, consistent with the highest ethical standards.
9. Partner with academic program directors and faculty to participate in ongoing inquiry and application pr