• Recruits students by developing networks, visiting high schools and college admissions events, and initiating campaigns that attract students to attend the College.
• Manages an admissions caseload through correspondence, telephone and email in order to effectively move students through the admissions process.
• Collaborates with parents/guardians to assist students with educational and career planning.
• Participates in public speaking events to effectively tell the story of the institution.
• Works collaboratively with other admissions services team and financial aid to ensure students are guided through the admissions process.
• Assists with the implementation of on-campus recruitment events such as preview days, scholarship day and orientation.
• Maintains accurate documentation of student progress through the admissions process.
• Stays up-to-date with College admissions standards, academic and student programming, news and social media.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience working for an educational institution or working in the admissions office of a liberal arts college.
• Ability to work independently on essential functions, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to speak in public before both small and large audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.
• Substantial interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
• This position requires the ability to travel and to load and transport admissions materials, displays and other equipment.

To apply for this position, upload a letter of interest, resume, and three references preferably in one pdf document. Applications without the required documents may not be considered. Due to the volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually. Posting may close as soon as an applicant pool is identified.

Wesleyan College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, gender, national origin, status as a war veteran, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States, individuals will be required to provide proof of identity and eligibility for employment in the United States upon acceptance of an employment offer.

Wesleyan College is a certified drug-free workplace employer. All applicants being considered for employment are required to submit to substance screening and must pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.