Summary:

This position serves as an integral member of the enrollment team responsible for territory management including recruitment travel and other related outreach, application assessment for admission, scholarship eligibility, and supporting daily operations. Including general communication efforts, interviews, presentations, virtual engagement, and event planning. This is an on-campus, in-person, full-time position.

ESSENTIAL DEPARTMENTAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess applications for admission based on college admission standards and goals, including eligibility of merit aid
• Conduct interviews of prospective students, advising and guiding prospective students and families about the college admission and financial aid processes
• Analyze institutional and marketplace data and trends to effectively recruit from an assigned territory
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with varied audiences and partners on- and off-campus
• Conduct group information sessions and other public-speaking initiatives promoting the distinctions of the College, our commitment to a global and inclusive campus community, and related topics such as the college search process. Events will be both in-person and conducted virtually.
• Increase College's brand visibility by cultivating relationships with school and independent counselors and community-based organizations
• Coordinate and execute between 5-6 weeks of travel during the fall and 2 weeks during the spring which can include high school visits, college fairs, interviews, special events and counselor meetings. Travel Includes weekend and evening work time. Summer travel commitments are possible but not typical.
• Support event planning and execution of on- and off-campus recruitment programs
• Complete other duties as assigned based on individual skillsets and operational priorities. Examples include lead coordination of on-campus event planning, supervising student workers or volunteers, or supporting CRM/Slate operations.
• Participate in on-going professional development opportunities both on and off campus, including engagement at the regional and national levels.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited four-year college or university.
• 1-3 years of professional experience, admissions work preferred

SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, parents, and the public.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as averages, discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Experience working with evolving technology, particularly Microsoft Office Suite and a CRM/similar database system such as Slate.

ABILITIES:

• Must be able to follow department and college procedures, policies as stated in SOP's, handbooks, and manuals.
• Must demonstrate cultural competency and value continued training and education regarding diversity and inclusivity.
• Must be able to work independently as well as with a team.

Additional Information:

The College of Wooster does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, political affiliation, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy, or by state, local, or federal law. All offers of employment are subject to verification of the legal right to work in the United States as required by federal law. The College of Wooster is committed by policy and practice to diversity, equity and inclusion. For more information see our nondiscrimination policy.

Application Instructions:

For highest consideration please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references which includes name, telephone number and email address.