Director of Admissions

About the role

Everglades University is seeking a Director of Admissions to help students through the enrollment and Admissions process as well as to assist students through the admission's process. This is an on-ground position. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and for student success. They will be a "go getter," full of energy, hardworking, positive, organized, competitive and a natural leader.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of programs offered; policies and procedures; standards of accreditation related to admissions and advertising
• Establish, implement and execute efficient and effective procedures related to admissions and the enrollment process
• Provide initial and ongoing training to Admissions Counselors and Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to admissions
• Supervise, evaluate and coach Admissions Counselors and Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to admissions
• Verify applicants meet the university admissions requirements and issue letters of acceptance to qualified applicants
• Update and mail out orientation manuals to new enrollments
• Coordinate with the Director of Student Services to conduct new student orientation at the beginning of each term
• Audit new student files to all required documents are present and/or are requested
• Develop strategic relationships with administrators of other universities/colleges offering programs where graduates are good candidates to enroll at the university
• Set-up inside and outside events for recruiting purposes, community awareness and public relations
• Make decisions related to hiring and terminating employees in the admissions department

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Able to successfully reach out to and schedule prospective students and take them through the enrollment process