Admissions Representative (Southern New Jersey/Eastern Pennsylvania)

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00357PO24 Job Family Enrollment Management Job Function Admissions USC Market Title Admissions Representative Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132606 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Admissions Representative (Southern New Jersey/Eastern Pennsylvania) Campus Columbia Work County Out of State College/Division Enrollment Management Department EM Undergraduate Admissions State Pay Band 5 Approved Starting Salary $45,133 Advertised Salary Range $45,133 - $60,000. Final salary is commensurate with experience and will include a cost of living supplement for residency location. Location of Vacancy Southern New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM, One hour for lunch.

Night and weekend work required.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Student Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions seeks an Admissions Representative (Southern New Jersey/Eastern Pennsylvania) to manage an assigned geographic territory as part of the department's nationwide recruitment program. The Admissions Representative must live in their assigned territory and is responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge and oversight of that territory in order to identify and recruit prospective students, feeder schools, and potential growth markets. The Admissions Representative will utilize high-level customer service, relationship-building, presentation, technological, and data analysis skills in order to recruit prospective students, report on their territory, and provide recruitment data to management to determine market priorities. The Admissions Representative will present students, parents, and high school counselors with up-to-date information about the University of South Carolina student experience and advise them on admissions policies and procedures. This position requires extensive travel and seasonal overtime. The managed territory will be primarily Southern New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Must currently live in, or be willing to relocate to, assigned national territory/market outside the state of South Carolina.

Traveling alone within assigned geographic region and to South Carolina for student recruitment and professional development/training events is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and familiarity of USC is preferred. Background experience in admissions, customer service, marketing, sales, public relations, or another student personnel area desired. Preference will be given to those who currently live in the existing geographic market and have knowledge of the local secondary schools.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must relate well to people, have an engaging personality, and be able to speak with confidence in front of groups.

• Must have exceptional customer service skills to ensure positive, brand-promoting interactions with prospective students/families, guidance counselors, and other constituents.

• Knowledge of secondary and post-secondary school systems desired.

• Must be able to read and evaluate academic credentials as well as market data for assigned territory.

• Must be able to operate a personal computer.

• Must be able to make public presentations to groups, counsel individuals, and maintain confidentiality of student credentials.

• Will be required to organize special programs.

• Will be required to travel alone in assigned geographic location.

• Must be able to drive during the day as well as at night.

• Must be able to make public presentations before large groups of people.

• Must have strong writing skills.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Develop, plan, and implement admissions recruitment activities within assigned territory. This includes, but is not limited to, attendance at college fairs, high school visits, workshops, panels, and other recruitment events. Enter all recruitment plans, student inquiries, and assessment into Slate by set deadlines. Complete all purchasing, travel, HR, and paperwork in compliance with University and office policy.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Build relationships and personalize the admissions process for students, parents, and high school counselors within assigned territory by establishing a seasonal outreach plan. This should include (but is not limited to) personalized communication and/or updates via note writing, email, text, and/or or phone calls; outreach events via virtual platform; and in-person special events.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Exhibit exemplary professionalism and provide excellent customer service as representative of the university. Advise and counsel students and their families regarding admissions and other University policies and procedures. This will include significant communication with students and parents via phone and email.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Complete general admissions duties including, but not limited to, application file review, attendance at special events, COW mail, and general office phone calls. Use necessary technology in day-to-day activities to better perform regional duties and to stay connected with Columbia-based staff as well as other remote employees. Attend staff meetings, trainings, workshops, department visits, and (when possible) professional conferences.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Using demographic, historical and environmental data, effectively analyze and strategically manage assigned recruitment territory.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 07/22/2024 Job Open Date 05/01/2024 Job Close Date 06/14/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 15, 2024..

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

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Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167710 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you possess at least a bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• Briefly state why you are interested in this position.

(Open Ended Question)

• Please describe any experience working for a central office from a remote location.

(Open Ended Question)

• Do you live in, or would you be willing to relocate to the Southern New Jersey or Eastern Pennsylvania area?

• Yes

• No

• Are you willing to travel alone within an assigned geographic region and to South Carolina for student recruitment and professional development/ training events?

• Yes

• No

• Are you willing to occasionally work at night and over the weekend?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents