Regional Admissions Advisor

About the role

The Regional Admissions Advisor at Baker College plays a vital role in guiding prospective students through every stage of the enrollment process. They provide personalized support by addressing inquiries related to academic programs, financial aid, and college policies, helping ensure a seamless transition into college life. Serving as a representative of Baker College, the advisor actively participates in college fairs, high school visits, and community events, engaging with students, families, and educators to promote the institution's programs and core values.

Regional Admissions Advisors based in Muskegon primarily focus on recruitment efforts in Southwestern Michigan. In this role, the advisor provides comprehensive counseling on educational opportunities, admission procedures, financial aid options, and institutional policies while maintaining regular communication across multiple channels. The advisor leverages institutional technology platforms to manage student records, track applicant progress, and contribute to data-driven decision-making. Working collaboratively with the broader admissions team, they help develop and execute recruitment strategies, deliver engaging information sessions, and maintain exceptional customer service to ensure positive experiences for prospective students.

Additionally, they stay current on higher education trends, engage in ongoing professional development, and partner with campus stakeholders to facilitate a smooth onboarding experience for all admitted students while upholding Baker College's values with professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Guide prospective students through the enrollment process, addressing inquiries about academic programs, financial aid, and college policies.
• Represent Baker College at college fairs, high school visits, and community events to promote programs and core values.
• Provide comprehensive counseling on educational opportunities, admission procedures, financial aid options, and institutional policies.
• Maintain regular communication with prospective students across multiple channels.
• Leverage institutional technology platforms to manage student records and track applicant progress.
• Contribute to data-driven decision-making and recruitment strategy development.
• Deliver engaging information sessions and maintain exceptional customer service.
• Stay current on higher education trends and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Partner with campus stakeholders to facilitate a smooth onboarding experience for admitted students.
• Uphold Baker College’s values with professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 1-3 years of higher education admissions experience (more than 3 years preferred).
• Commitment to Baker College’s Student-First philosophy.
• Ability to act as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

About Baker College

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can gain real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences. Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. The student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of the institution, ensuring students have every opportunity to work hard, grow, and succeed.