Admissions Specialist

The Opportunity:  The Admissions Specialist, reporting to the Campus Director, is responsible for managing the student admissions process, from initial inquiry through enrollment. This role involves evaluating applications, conducting interviews, and assisting prospective students and their families with the admissions process. The Admissions Specialist will work closely with other departments to ensure a smooth and efficient admissions experience while meeting enrollment goals and maintaining compliance with institutional policies. 

Key Responsibilities

• Guide prospective students through the admissions process, providing information on programs, requirements, and application procedures.
• Evaluate applications and supporting documents to determine eligibility for admission.
• Conduct interviews with prospective students to assess their qualifications and fit for the institution.

• Respond promptly to inquiries from prospective students and their families via phone, email, and in-person meetings.
• Conduct informational sessions, campus tours, and open houses to engage with potential applicants.
• Maintain regular communication with applicants to keep them informed of their application status and next steps.

• Work with academic departments, financial aid, and student services to ensure a seamless admissions process.
• Coordinate with marketing and outreach teams to develop and implement recruitment strategies.
• Participate in recruitment events, college fairs, and community outreach activities to promote the institution.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of applicant information and admissions decisions in the admissions database.
• Generate reports on admissions metrics and trends to support data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements regarding admissions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in admissions, recruitment, or a related field.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using admissions databases, customer relationship management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with higher education policies, procedures, and regulations.

Working Conditions:

• This position typically requires working in an office environment.
• May require occasional travel for recruitment events, college fairs, and outreach activities.
• Some evening or weekend hours may be necessary to accommodate prospective students’ schedules and recruitment events.

Please read carefully.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.