Admissions Outreach Specialist

Responsibilities

• Assist with the registration process.
• Assist with the compilation and preparation of admissions-related reports and records.
• Assist the Admissions Office in providing pre-admission advising services.
• Advise prospective applicants, parents, and returning students concerning programs of study, admission standards, deadlines, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in college recruitment activities including career days, community programs, presentations, workshops, and individual visits to area schools.
• Serve as the initial contact for prospective students by discussing various course offerings, admissions policies, and procedures; answer specific inquiries, maintain contact with prospective students, and ensure completion of application materials.
• Assess prospective student admission data and review transcripts from high school, postsecondary institutions, and other relevant documentation.
• Interview and advise students for any program of study.
• Approve applications for completed applicants using Element451.
• Manage the enrollment process for prospective students, including file review, transcript uploads, residency review, approvals, approval letter mailings, communication to recent approvals, and incomplete applicants.
• Coordinate traditional recruitment in area high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools.
• Work in collaboration with high school counselors and high school career coaches to advise and enroll students.
• Participate in school-related activities such as Parent Nights, athletic events, and Academic Booster Clubs.
• Organize the dissemination of college pathway materials and instructional supplies.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development activities as directed by the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management.
• Engage students, counselors, faculty, parents, and stakeholders in information sessions related to college success and advising sessions on related topics.
• Maintain quality partnerships with secondary school personnel.
• Interpret the mission, educational philosophy, and vision statements of Robeson Community College to the general public.
• Maintain the integrity of the College and its related foundations.
• Represent the College professionally and handle all student inquiries confidentially.
• Participate in all aspects of institutional recruitment and planning processes.
• Support discipline-specific student learning outcomes and assessment.
• Identify potential services, testing workshops, and seminars that would benefit Robeson Community College and the Admissions Office.
• Assist with the development and revision of all official policies of Robeson Community College as requested.
• Organize procedures for the implementation of all official policies and regulations of Robeson Community College and the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS).
• Assist with the development of admissions and enrollment information for college marketing materials.
• Stimulate and influence innovation and creativity at all levels within the organization.
• Serve as a role model and advocate for curriculum programs within Robeson Community College.
• Maintain compliance with established performance standards with the North Carolina Community College System, Robeson Community College, and other entities.
• Implement the Enrollment Management Team policies and procedures for Robeson Community College.
• Maintain intra-institution relationships with members of the Board of Trustees, administrative personnel, and other employees of the college.
• Provide appropriate liaison support with the North Carolina Community College System, Robeson Community College, and other relational entities.
• Collaborate with the NCCCS staff on public relations and marketing opportunities.
• Promote Robeson Community College with local, state, regional, and national citizenry.
• Provide appropriate liaison support with public schools in the region.
• Participate in activities that promote and enhance the college’s image among its various publics.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the President of Robeson Community College.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Experience in an institution of higher learning, preferably a community college.
• Other Qualifications: Must be able to demonstrate competencies in advising areas related to the functions of the position. Must be willing to work a nonstandard schedule to participate in recruitment events.