Job Summary: As an integral member of the enrollment team the Admissions Recruiter travels to recruit during the Carolina Association of Collegiate Registrars & Admissions Officers (CACRAO) circuit. The Recruiter participates in extensive travel to represent SMC at various recruitment events and college fairs. The Recruiter must maintain a commitment to the mission and programs of Spartanburg Methodist College and be able to communicate the unique nature of these programs accurately professionally and enthusiastically to a variety of audiences. A commitment to excellence is expected. Areas of Responsibility: - Execute the planned travel schedule for CACRAO.
- Provide information and guidance to prospective students and their families regarding admissions processes academic programs financial aid and campus life.
- Conduct individual presentations to prospective students families and school counselors.
- Articulates the Colleges mission skillfully while traveling to numerous high schools churches and college fairs throughout the region.
- Represents the College effectively at various special events.
- Performs administrative duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Admissions and Executive Director of Admissions & Enrollment Services.
Skills Knowledge and Abilities: - Excellent organizational skills attention to detail and efficiency in recordkeeping.
- Ability to work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish positive working relationships with members of the College community and the public.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Possess strong public presentation skills.
- Proficient skills with Microsoft Outlook Office Word and PowerPoint; preferred experience with a CRM.
- Willingness to work occasional evening hours and weekends as needed.
Working Conditions: This work is normally performed outside of an office environment and will require significant contact with prospective students family members and school counselors. The work also includes public presentations off campus. The Admissions Recruiter must be able to drive to off-site recruitment locations.
Physical Requirements: - Light physical exertionnormally seated standing or walking at will. Periodic handling of parcels or supplies. Use of handcart for transporting admissions materials.
- The incumbent may be required to lift materials up to 25 pounds.
- Significant standing for periods of up to three hours during college fairs.
- Ability to access office files and make public presentations.
- Manual and physical dexterity and visual acuity are needed to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents.
- Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on a computer monitor in handwritten form and printed on paper.
- Adequate hearing and verbal abilities to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
Education and Experience: - Bachelors Degree required.
- Prior admissions experience preferred
Note: This is a temporary (seasonal) position and therefore not eligible for benefits. About the College: Founded in 1911 Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution the college launched its first bachelors degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly adding new programs and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today the colleges emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelors degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion sex age national or ethnic origin disability veteran status sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting hiring and promotion of faculty and staff members. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federalE-Verify program. SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.
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