National Community College Relationship Representative

Position Summary:

Franklin University a private independent accredited not-for-profit University located in Columbus Ohio invites applicants for its National Community College Regional Representative position. This Peoria Illinois based position will serve partner community colleges in the central and northern part of Illinois. Travel and relationship building is a key role for this position. Additionally working with students to get them into the application process is also an essential element of the job. The National Community College Relationship Representative will be responsible for new student recruitment and onsite admissions appointments at multiple community college locations. The position will engage in relationship development recruiting marketing and new student enrollment of transferring students from partner institutions with National Community College addition this position would serve as a partnership recruiter for potential FranklinWORKS partnerships in the region.

This role will work a remote schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify prospect and qualify new undergraduate student enrollment opportunities.
• Understand transfer curriculum and advising methodologies.
• Implement recruiting marketing and communication strategies to successfully fill the funnel with inquiries/applicants to meet recruitment goals.
• Monitor competitive activity and proactively identify Community College Alliance Partner needs.
• Promote the value of Franklins educational programs to Community College Alliance Partner faculty and staff.
• Initiate develop and enhance relationships with community college faculty and staff to increase new student recruitment opportunities and referrals.
• Implement strategic engagement plans and tactics for community college partners that align with Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and University goals. Traveling to partnerships is a regular part of this position and a University vehicle will be provided.
• Manage undergraduate student leads through our Community College Alliance Pathway Portal and internal CRM.
• Maintain strong strategic relationships with others in the University.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Proven ability to develop new relationships contributing to meeting or exceeding goals.
• Strong computer (proficiency in Word Excel Power Point Zoom & TEAMS) and analytical skills.
• Strong phone virtual and interpersonal communication skills (professional persuasive and confident).
• Strong record of accomplishment of goal achievement and student satisfaction.
• High energy and motivation.
• Strong organization prioritization time management and follow-through.
• Ability to be a team player within the entire department.
• Demonstrated experience with leveraging a CRM tool to guide day-to-day activities.
• Ability to successfully interface and communicate with a diverse audience.
• Have an adaptive and opportunistic mindset.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Present a professional image including dress communication and ethics.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Presents a positive and goal-oriented demeanor.
• Appreciation and understanding for higher education.
• Have a customer-focused approach.
• Results driven.

Preferred Skills and Characteristics:

• Masters degree.

Additional Notes:

• The position requires business hour operations that may include additional evening or Saturday work to facilitate special events when needed.
• Must possess a valid drivers license and satisfactory motor vehicle report both of which must be maintained throughout the duration of employment.

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902 Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate masters and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs more than 50000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin offers a competitive benefits package incentive program and free addition Franklin provides free undergraduate tuition for employees and immediate family members graduate tuition assistance for full-time employees and immediate family members and a discount on doctoral tuition for employees.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age religion race ethnicity color national origin ancestry immigration status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or familial status disability or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued equal access to opportunity is sought and inclusion is practiced.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority