Enrollment Advisor

The Office of Admission at Davis & Elkins College has an immediate opening for an Enrollment Advisor. The role of an enrollment advisor consists of recruiting students and working with them to aid in making the decision to enroll at Davis & Elkins College. This also includes communicating the value of a D&E education to the students and their families. This is a 12-month position.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Some travel – this position requires some travel to College Fairs and High Schools
• Ability to communicate with prospective college students and their families
• Presentations to large and small groups
• Ability to manage time wisely to meet enrollment goals
• Work as a team member
• Work a non-traditional work week
• Belief in the values and mission of the College to effectively recruit qualified and retainable students
• Extensive knowledge of electronic communications including texting, social media, and mobile app messaging as well as phone calls
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a background check
• Organized reporting skills
• Ability to document and track contacts with recruits
• Timely responsiveness to students and supervisor
• A keen sense of urgency in managing tasks and time
• Special project assignments as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

PREREQUISITES/EDUCATION:

A Bachelor’s degree is required.

Required Skills

• Ability to relate well to students, parents, scholars, faculty, staff, and others from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Experience in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Diligent attention to detail and meticulous record-keeping
• Sound professional judgment and a strong sense of ethics
• Ability to create and maintain efficient systems and processes
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to work effectively and successfully in a dynamic and energetic team
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality of student information
• Motivated learner with an ability to quickly embrace new technologies and proactively apply them

Education Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• General office setting with moderate noise level
• Work has deadlines, multiple interruptions, and at times, high volume
• Occasional evenings and weekend work required
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk at times for long periods of time

Reporting Structure

The Enrollment Advisor will report directly to the Assistant Director for Student Recruitment & Success

TO APPLY:

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses) of three professional references via the application below.