Admissions Advisor - Admissions Representative

Rasmussen College - Topeka, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Topeka, KS

11-50 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Admissions Advisor at Rasmussen University serves as the primary point of contact for prospective students, guiding them through the enrollment process and representing the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This role is crucial in motivating individuals to transition from considering education to enrolling in one of the university's accredited online programs. The Admissions Advisor plays a significant role in shaping the future of students and their communities by providing support and information about educational opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for prospective students considering enrolling at Rasmussen University.
• Engage prospective students via telephone, email, click to chat, and text messaging about their future with the goal of enrollment.
• Conduct conversations with prospective students to assess needs and showcase the benefits of a Rasmussen University education.
• Manage and update student database, application paperwork, and follow-up documentation.
• Build relationships with local high schools, businesses, and community members to create growth opportunities.
• Work effectively with co-workers as part of the student services team to ensure a professional and productive experience for each student.

Requirements

• Associates degree required; bachelor's strongly preferred.
• 1+ years prior sales/consultative selling experience with a track record of meeting/exceeding metrics preferred.
• Self-driven and comfortable making multiple outbound calls per day to generate interest and drive the enrollment process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong phone presence.
• Ability to work under limited direct day-to-day management.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge in Salesforce is a plus.
• Demonstrates ability to leverage internal relationships with other departments.

Benefits

• Flexible educational programs
• Support for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Professional development opportunities