Undergraduate Admissions Counselor/Recruiter for Online Programs

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

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Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Admissions

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Admissions Counselor/Recruiter for Online Programs plays a critical role in executing the University’s undergraduate recruitment efforts for online programs and other designated areas. The position dual reports to the Office of Admissions and eLearning; it requires dynamic relationship building, strategic communication, and knowledge of online recruitment strategies. This position is enrollment-focused, and achieving enrollment targets is a fundamental key performance indicator for the position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree;

• At least two (2) years of experience in online program development, admissions/recruitment, customer service, marketing, or a related field.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with prospective students, high school counselors, community college representatives, and community organizations to establish pipelines for online program recruitment;

• Engage with prospective students through email, phone, text, social media, and virtual meetings to provide detailed information about UA Little Rock's online programs, including application processes, important dates, and program-specific requirements;

• Plan, organize, and participate in virtual recruitment events, webinars, and online college fairs to promote UA Little Rock’s online programs to a wide audience;

• Participate in UA Little Rock’s in-person recruitment events;

• Develop and strengthen partnerships with regional and national organizations, businesses, and community groups to enhance awareness of online programs and create new recruitment opportunities;

• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative recruitment strategies tailored to attract and enroll students in online programs;

• Collaborate with campus departments and offices, including academic departments and online support services, to coordinate recruitment efforts and ensure prospective students have a seamless ex