Company DescriptionWilliam Jessup University is a private non-profit Christian university. .Our mission statement is "In partnership with the Church, the purpose of William Jessup University is to educate transformational leaders for the glory of God."Job DescriptionTo represent William Jessup University to prospective students and their parents, high school andcommunity college counselors, churches, and the community at large, recruiting and assisting incontacting and selecting qualified and diverse traditional undergraduate students who meet WJU'senrollment and academic standardsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Recruit students to attend William Jessup University who meet the admissions requirementsand who are a good fit to the mission and vision of WJU including, but not limited to, thefollowing:• Research and analyze demographics to effectively manage, schedule, and coordinate visits tohigh schools, community colleges, and churches in assigned geographical areas to recruitprospective students;• Travel to assigned geographic market areas to meet specific recruitment goals (minimum 8-10weeks of travel in fall and minimum 2-3 weeks of travel in Spring/Summer is required);• Meet with and counsel prospective students and families about admission, financial aid,academics, community life programs, and student life at Jessup;• Counsel prospective students about general college planning, including the advantages ofChristian Higher Education and the differences to secular public and state institutions;• Develop effective relationships with high school and community college personnel, youthpastors and leaders, alumni, and others who may influence youth about their collegedecisions.2. Contribute to the development of admission policies and procedures.3. Regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the review and evaluation ofapplication flies, recommending admission decisions and scholarship awards.4. Assist in planning and coordinating special recruitment strategies and programs, both on and offcampus, for prospects, their families, personnel of secondary schools and 2-year colleges, youthpastors/leaders, and other community leaders.5. Complete assigned specific office processes according to the skills exhibited and developed,such as: shared responsibility of student staff, social networking and marketing, event planningand community relations.6. Complete other duties as assigned.QualificationsEDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:• A Bachelor's Degree (required)REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:• Previous admission and/or outside sales experience desirable.• Understanding of and commitment to high-quality Christian education and multi-culturalism.• Excellent written and oral communication skills.• Must be a problem solver and able to deal with a variety of situations -"extra-mile" attitude.• Have the ability to work independently within a team structure and effectively with a diverseconstituency.• Must be able to multi-task and respond well to interruptions.• Detail-oriented.• Must be willing to travel independently.• Evening and weekend work required from September to April, as scheduled.SKILLS/ABILITIES:• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.• A valid CA driver's license, valid car insurance and clean driving record.Additional InformationFor the complete job description and application process, please see our website: http://www.jessup.edu/employmentWORKING ENVIRONMENT:The employee agrees to promote the values and mission of WJU as a private Christ-centered University and live a life consistent with biblical principles. The employee shall conduct himself/herself in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. Additionally, the employee may play a formative role in the spiritual lives of students in a manner consistent with the Community Covenant and Statement of Faith. This may include leading devotions and/or spiritual formation groups and seeking other opportunities consistent with a biblical spiritual formation role.