Advisor Admissions - Houston, United States - Houston Community College

Houston Community College

Verified Company

Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Summary

The Admissions Advisor assists in developing and implementing student recruitment and outreach, designed to meet enrollment goals in targeted geographic areas and specific student populations; maintain an ongoing presence in assigned Independent School Districts (ISDs) and neighboring community-based organizations; strategize on opportunities to enhance recruitment efforts and implements identified strategies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Recruit students in compliance with HCC's Non-Discrimination Policy; recruit high school junior and senior students for various dual credit courses.

Foster relationships with assigned ISDs, be the primary contact between the College and high school counselors/students for the onboarding of students.

Assess and promptly respond to the needs and concerns of prospective students, applicants, and parents through various communication mediums.

Establish a recruitment plan to continuously fill the prospective and applicant student pipeline; increase the conversion rate(s) of graduating high school students and other student pipelines.

Collaborate with various departments to assist students in completing checklist items; communicate with the student pipeline to move across to enrollment.

Establish and maintain a thorough knowledge of all programs at the College, including but not limited to the academic, workforce, adult education, and non-credit programs.

Provide detailed information regarding career and pathways planning, admissions, and enrollment processes.

Lead and facilitate information sessions and sessions on admissions requirements for internal and prospective students, virtually and in person.

Work closely with specific departments on recruitment initiatives; attend recruitment functions of high schools, colleges, community fairs, partner events.

Develop a network with external businesses, churches, and other agencies, to promote HCC programs.

Host recruiting fairs and similar outreach events throughout the year to attract new students to HCC; support Mobile Go recruitment activities and District sponsored Outreach and Recruitment events.

Maintain an accurate log within the CRM of personal touchpoints and engagement activities with prospective and applicants.

Identify and coordinate assessment procedures for individuals entering HCC programs.

Manage a caseload of prospects and applicants; generate and distribute recruitment reports via the CRM.

Collaborate with the Office of Public Information to develop marketing materials.

Prepare the colleges' admission staff and COEs, utilizing presentation and promotional materials, COEs for college recruitment fairs, conferences, and related outreach events.

Perform other duties, tasks, and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree required.
3 years directly related experience working with a diverse population preferred.
Higher Education work experience preferred
Experience with a CRM product preferred
Experience with PeopleSoft, Banner, or other student systems preferred

Licensing & Certification

Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

MS Office Programs
Information Management Systems
Excellent interpersonal and oratorical skills
Use data to make informed decisions

Competencies

Delivering High Quality Work
Accepting Responsibility
Serving Customers
Supporting Organizational Goals
Driving Continuous Improvement
Acting with Integrity
Thinking Critically
Managing Change
Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General office.

May frequently be required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer, photocopier, file cabinets, and calculator.

Manual dexterity, ability to lift up to 25 pounds, ability to reach and bend, and use 2-step stool while safely lifting and lowering boxes.

Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country's largest singlyaccredited, openadmission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork.

You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution.

Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or somet