Admissions Advisor - Downstate

$55,151 - $55,151/Yr

State University of New York - Delhi, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Delhi, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The Admissions Advisor position is integral to the enrollment management department, focusing on increasing enrollment in the Downstate Region. This role involves conducting admissions appointments, both in-person and online, to drive applications and enrollments. The advisor will support on-campus programs, communicate admissions requirements, and assist in the application review process, all while maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person and online admissions appointments to drive applications and enrollments.
• Respond to inquiries regarding on-campus undergraduate programs.
• Prepare, process, and review undergraduate admissions applications.
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the admissions office, including managing communications via phone, email, and text.
• Co-coordinate on and off-campus recruitment events such as open houses and accepted student days.
• Maintain strong working relationships with Downstate Counselors and faculty.
• Review applications for specified counties and collaborate with academic departments on recruitment efforts.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community college partners.
• Assist with outreach and communications to prospective students.
• Maintain and update personal travel admissions web pages.
• Seek professional development opportunities related to student recruitment.
• Travel to local high schools, colleges, and technical centers for recruitment during peak seasons.
• Attend all open house and accepted student events on campus.
• Create and operate yield events in the Downstate region.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to present in-person and virtually.
• Proficient with technology.
• Experience working with a diverse population and promoting an inclusive environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Previous experience in retrieving, interpreting, and utilizing data.
• Proficiency in conversational Spanish.
• Experience using a Student Information System such as Banner, PeopleSoft, or Datatel.
• Experience using SLATE.

Benefits

• Comprehensive New York State UUP benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.