Temporary Admissions Associate, College of Human Ecology

Cornell Human Ecology explores the complexity of human life. We bring together a wide range of perspectives to understand the full context of the human experience and improve lives at every scale, from cells to society. Our research and academic programs focus on the interaction of humans with their biological, economic, social and physical environments. Using Cornell’s far-reaching extension network and the college’s translational research methods, we deliver our findings directly to communities and families, ensuring that our work reaches those who need it most. We prioritize innovative collaboration and are fueled by a powerful, interdisciplinary, and applied approach to improving lives.

   

What You Will Do

The Admissions Office at the College of Human Ecology is seeking a Temporary Admissions Associate. The successful candidate will be responsible for counseling and advising prospective undergraduate students and their families/supporters on matters of admission, assisting with the recruitment and selection of first-year and transfer students, event planning and implementation, and assisting in the implementation of communications content and updates.

Admissions representatives within Cornell’s colleges, schools, and units regularly collaborate and partner with the University Admissions/Enrollment Division to accomplish the University’s enrollment goals. This role reports to the College of Human Ecology Director of Admissions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a point of contact for prospective students and their families/supporters.  Provide timely and detailed responses to mail, email, phone, and web inquiries.

• Counsel and advise prospective students on matters of admission including how to apply for admission; course selection & academic preparation; may respond to conflicts between applicants and school and suggest possible resolutions.

• Assist with content development for College of Human Ecology admissions digital and print materials.

• Partner with College of Human Ecology Admissions Colleagues on the creation and implementation of first year and transfer recruitment and yield plans.

• Work through the admissions process utilizing the Slate CRM system.

• In conjunction with the Admissions Team, review and evaluate first year and transfer applications. Elevate compelling applicants for consideration by the Admissions Committee.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years’ experience working with high school and/or college-age students, or equivalent combination.

• Commitment to diversity and access for all by supporting students and families through the admissions process.

• Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.

• Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities, including communities of color. 

• Experience working with diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing programs. 

• Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.

• Ability to serve as an advocate for individuals of all ethnicities, genders, ages, and backgrounds. 

• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. 

• Effective time management, organizational, and prioritization capabilities.

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• Proven ability to work effectively to achieve established goals.

• Aptitude and ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, faculty, and alumni.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and manage various projects.

• Positive, insatiably curious, inventive, and resourceful, with a strong work ethic.

• Open to feedback and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated maturity, judgment, and professional etiquette.

• Knowledgeable of current computer systems, software applications, and social media.

• High level of discretion and sound judgment with confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education.

• Familiarity with evolving trends in higher education and admissions.

• Experience in crafting messaging and content for external audiences.

• Experience presenting to groups.

• Advising/counseling experience.

For consideration, please submit both a résumé and a cover letter that descri