Primary Function:

Serve as a recruiter for the University and work closely with interested students planning to apply to the school through travel, interviews, application review, and correspondence. Responsible for the development and implementation of admission recruitment activities in the assigned recruitment area, including high school visits, college nights/days, college fairs, off-campus interviews, receptions, counselor functions, etc. This position receives general supervision. Broad instructions are provided and the staff member uses judgment and experience to carry out assignments. The supervisor reviews completed assignments and finished products after completion.

Career Band: 2B

Typical Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support on-campus recruitment activities by actively participating (offering advice, taking on responsibilities for parts of programming such as information sessions, etc.) in daily and special events.
• Specific office duties will depend on the skill level and interest of the new hire.
• Other duties as assigned.

Machines & Equipment Used:

• PC and Mac
• Digital Scanner
• Printer
• Copier
• Fax
• Telephone
• Voicemail System

Judgment Required:

Judgment and discretion as to the use of established policies are required to perform the essential duties of this position.

Budgetary Responsibility:

• Monitors expenditures against budget;
• Prepares budget data for review/approval by supervisor/department head.

Personal Interaction/Communication:

• Student Contact: Frequently.
• Internal: Daily.
• External: Frequently.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (preferably from a liberal arts college).

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in college admission and recruitment is desirable but not required.
• Experience with various CRM platforms is preferred, but not required. (Slate, Banner, etc.).

Job-Related Skills:

• The ability to articulate the values and objectives of a liberal arts institution;
• Excellent public speaking and writing skills;
• Strong organizational and analytical skills;
• Experience and proficiency with information technologies, including database management and web-based initiatives; and
• A commitment to a private liberal arts and sciences education.

Confidential Information:

• Student records,
• Organization plans and,
• Financial statements.

Working Environment:

Normal office environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift between 11-20 pounds (Lightwork).
• Must be able to carry between 11-20 pounds (Lightwork).

Any additional requirements specific to this position:

735 University Avenue

Sewanee, Tennessee, 37383