Admissions Representative

We are looking for an Admissions Representative to support prospective students as they explore educational opportunities and move through the enrollment journey. This is a Contract position based in Virginia, ideal for someone who combines consultative communication skills with a strong customer-focused approach. The person in this role will help applicants understand program options, admission steps, and available resources while contributing to recruitment and enrollment goals.

Responsibilities:
• Meet with prospective students to learn about their academic interests, career goals, and overall alignment with available programs.
• Guide applicants through each stage of the admissions process, including submitting materials, gathering transcripts, and satisfying entry requirements.
• Explain program offerings, tuition details, funding options, and potential career paths so students can make informed decisions.
• Maintain timely outreach through calls, emails, and other follow-up methods to keep prospects engaged and support enrollment growth.
• Coordinate and lead campus visits, informational meetings, and appointment sessions for students and family members.
• Record interactions, lead updates, and application progress accurately within the institution's admissions platform.
• Review submitted admissions materials to confirm completeness and adherence to school policies and compliance standards.
• Represent the college at outreach activities such as fairs, open houses, community events, and other recruitment initiatives.
• Partner with academic teams and campus leadership to strengthen enrollment efforts, student onboarding, and retention-focused activities.
• Monitor recruitment performance and compile reports on inquiries, applications, enrollments, and conversion outcomes.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in admissions, student recruitment, sales, or a related customer-facing role.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate persuasively and build rapport with prospective students and families.
• Experience handling outreach activities such as sales calls, follow-up communications, or promotional engagement.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to provide clear guidance in a supportive and detail-focused manner.
• Ability to manage multiple prospects and priorities while maintaining accurate documentation and attention to detail.
• Comfortable discussing educational programs, enrollment steps, and student support resources with diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with data entry and tracking activity in a CRM, admissions database, or similar system.

Compensation

$13.85-$16.04 Hourly

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