POSITION OVERVIEW:
Lake Area Technical College is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Admissions Representative. As an essential part of colleges recruitment and enrollment efforts the Admissions Representative plays a crucial role in attracting prospective students and guiding them through the admissions process. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills a passion for education and a commitment to fostering a welcoming environment for all prospective students.
REPORTS TO: Dean of Student Services Vice President
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A minimum of an Associates Degree is preferred or a combination of education and
- experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with prospective
- students families and colleagues.
- An independent selfstarter who is committed to meeting the goals of Lake Area Tech
- admissions department.
- Adept at presenting information to diverse audiences in a clear and compelling manner.
- Knowledge of higher education trends admissions processes and financial aid resources a plus.
- Genuine passion for education and a strong commitment to helping students achieve
- their academic and career goals.
- Commitment to detail and follow up.
- Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends for admissions and campus events.
- Significant travel and overnight travel.
- Knowledge of LATC South Dakota or the Midwest a plus.
- Other duties as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively engage in recruitment activities to attract a diverse pool of potential students. Represent the college at high schools college fairs community events and other outreach opportunities to professionally promote Lake Area Technical Colleges programs and opportunities.
- Provide comprehensive guidance and support to prospective students throughout the admissions process. Answer inquiries related to academic programs admission requirements and other collegerelated information.
- Efficiently and accurately process student applications and supporting documents. Collaborate with relevant Lake Area Tech departments to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and submitted in a timely manner.
- Conduct personalized Lake Area Tech campus tours for prospective students
- and their families.
- Highlight the colleges facilities academic resources and student life to
- showcase the unique benefits of attending Lake Area Technical College.
- Coordinate and participate in admissions and campus events such as open houses information sessions and orientation programs.
- Collaborate with the admissions team to organize successful events that attract and engage potential students.
- Cultivate positive relationships with high school counselors teachers and community organizations to expand the colleges network and increase referrals.
- Maintain accurate and uptodate records of student interactions inquiries and applications using the colleges CRM system. Utilize data insights to identify trends and
- enhance recruitment strategies.
- Collaborate with other college departments such as financial aid academic advising and faculty to ensure a seamless transition for admitted students.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary: $40000.00 $47000.00
216day contract. Evening and weekend hours required. Salary and benefits set by the Watertown School Board in accordance with the state postsecondary technical college instructor salary formula.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority