Graduate Admissions Representative

Position : Graduate Admissions Representative Location : Parkville, MO

Job Id : 3127 # of Openings : 1 The primary purpose of the Graduate Admissions Representative is to assist new graduate applicants in achieving first time enrollment.

Graduate Admissions Representatives are the primary point of contact for new applicants for all issues relative to enrolling for the first time.

Representatives will assist students as they navigate admissions requirements and will work with key personnel to assist the student in choosing a graduate program and financing strategy for all new applicants. Position Accountabilities

• Meet monthly, quarterly, and annual contact goals in order to enroll new students.
• Conduct entrance interviews with all applicants within 3 days of application.
• Ensure timely review of student applicant files by program faculty to complete the admission decision.
• Conduct a finance strategy session with all newly admitted graduate students within 10 days of the admission decision.
• Execute proactive and intentional notifications to students to complete necessary financial aid and registration / confirmation processes as needed.
• Utilize available technologies and the university CRM to provide student status reports, alert necessary resource personnel, conduct outreach and record interactions.
• Represent Park University Graduate Degree Programs at recruitment events both on site and in the community as necessary.
• Ensure student applicants have successfully registered for and confirmed for the first term of attendance with the goal of achieving a 50% applicant to enrollment conversion rates.

Position Requirements

• Master’s Degree required.
• Preference given to candidates with advising, marketing, or sales experience.
• Preference given to Veterans or candidates with military experience or affiliation.
• Preference given to candidates with working knowledge and experience with a wide range of computer technology such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), databases, telephony and constituent relationship management (CRM) systems.
• The ability to be self-motivated while performing a number of different tasks.
• Must be able to do research and detailed work.
• Highly flexible, creative, and able to adapt to new project demands.
• Strong problem solving skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both face-to-face and in a virtual environment, effectively responding to email, chat or phone calls.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule as necessary, specifically evenings and weekends.

Park University provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and paid undergraduate tuition for employees and dependents.

Park University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Qualified applicants must upload a resume and cover letter that includes salary requirements.