Role OverviewThe Admissions Advisor acts as a guide and brand ambassador, recruiting qualified students to the institution and supporting them through the entire enrollment funnel. They serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students and their families, providing detailed information about academic programs, financial aid, and campus life. The goal is to meet enrollment targets by converting inquiries into applicants, and applicants into enrolled students.
What You Will Do
Arrange travel schedules, develop relationships with guidance offices, represent the university at off-campus functions, coordinate events, interview prospective students, explain university advantages, simplify complex processes, provide preliminary counseling, execute strategies to convert inquiries into applicants, analyze data, and assist with office operations.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, strong information technology aptitude, knowledge of college admissions and financial aid processes, and a commitment to Niagara University's mission and programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution or related experience
- 1-3 years admissions and/or higher education experience
- Valid New York State driver's license
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle in Canada
Benefits
- Low-cost health benefits
- 403b contribution
- Free tuition at Niagara University for you and eligible immediate family members
- Tuition exchange at other designated universities for eligible dependent children
- Generous holidays (20 days annually)
- PTO
- ½ day Fridays throughout the summer
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
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