Job Description

Job Location Lasell University - Newton, MA 02466 Education Level Bachelor's Degree Salary Range $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 Salary/year

Essential Job Functions: The Admission Recruiter will assist in and be responsible for all aspects of the admission and recruitment process including, but not limited to:

1. Spring domestic recruitment travel including high school and community college visits, college fairs, school counselor meetings, and events
2. Counseling prospective students and families throughout the college application and selection process
3. Assisting school counseling professionals and prospective students and families to better understand the college’s mission through personal interviews, group presentations, and extensive follow-up communication
4. Conducting a thorough application review of admission materials and providing decisions in a timely fashion
5. Assisting in recruitment related events both on- and off- campus, while representing the college with the utmost professionalism
6. Flexibility, dedication, initiative, confidentiality, and the ability to learn are expected.
7. Serve as a collaborative member of the admission team managing a recruitment territory to achieve enrollment goals for the University
8. Provide proactive, thorough and timely information to students about the admission process, financial aid and costs, academic programs, and student experience
9. Follow-up with students and parents via phone, text message, letters, and email
10. Conduct admission presentations and interviews for visitors during on-campus and off-campus events
11. Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, personal schedule, travel, special programs, and professional development
12. Contribute to the overall success of the enrollment program and the university by performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Tier Structure: This position is hybrid (Tier 2) with some possibility of working from home 1-2 days a week. During travel seasons, school vacation weeks, event weeks, and special events – this position will be working fully in-person and on campus.

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED BY THE JOB:

Education level:Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.

Skills/Requirements of the Job: 1 to 3 years of experience working in a similar capacity within higher education or another related industry/position.

Computer skills: Knowledge of Slate by Technolutions (enrollment management software) and MS Professional software packages is preferred.

Workday: Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 4:30pm. There will be required evening and weekend work during the fall travel season.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION OR LICENSURE REQUIRED BY THE JOB: Must have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver's License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College's insurer's criteria) or a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL AND VISUAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

(Pick the one from each category that best suits this position):

Physical Effort

___ Average physical effort with some handling of light weights such as supplies or materials on an infrequent basis. (10 – 15 lbs.)

_X_ Occasionally an above average amount of physical effort including consistent standing, lifting and carrying light to moderately heavy materials or equipment.

___ High level of physical effort such as pushing, pulling, bending, lifting and carrying heavy objects. (Over 50 lbs.)

Visual

_X_ Average visual effort with infrequent exposure to visually demanding work.

___ Above average visual effort with frequent exposure to visually demanding work involving detailed work.

___ High level of visual effort with continuous exposure to highly detailed work requiring substantial concentration.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
(Pick one from each category that best suits this job):

What is the extent of exposure to unpleasant work conditions required in carrying out job duties Check Only One from each category.

_X_ Work performed in an environment with correctable conditions such as lighting and room temperature.

___ Work performed in an environment requiring occasional exposure to weather extremes, fumes , odors and/or noise.

___ Work performed in an environment requiring constant exposure to weather extremes, fumes, odors and/or loud noise.

Hazards:

_X_ Normally, no exposure to job hazards; probability of injury is remote.

___ Occasional exposure to job hazards, resulting in some injury, lost time, or threatening to one’s personal health.

___ Frequent exposure to job hazards, resulting in injury, lost time, total disability or death.