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Cal Poly Humboldt · 2 months ago

Admissions Recruiter - Los Angeles/Ventura

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$5,083/mo - $7,228/mo

2+ years exp

Cal Poly Humboldt is a comprehensive university that provides hands-on educational opportunities. The Admissions Recruiter is responsible for recruiting and admitting students from Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, managing outreach efforts, conducting admissions presentations, and supporting recruitment programs.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Includes in-field representation at school visits and college fairs, presentations, panels, and trade-style events using branded materials. Also includes direct outreach to prospective students, applicants, and influencers (e.g., guidance counselors) via phone, email, SMS, and handwritten notes

Involves planning, organizing, and participating in recruitment events such as in-market events, road shows, individual meetings, and on-campus programs. Includes event set-up, execution, and follow-up, working evenings and weekends as needed

Assisting students and families with admissions inquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions. Requires consistent internet access and familiarity with admissions systems, working evenings and weekends as needed

Reviewing and evaluating applications and academic transcripts in accordance with CSU and Humboldt-specific admissions criteria. Requires accuracy and timeliness

Participating in regular metrics tracking, admissions reporting, business reviews, and professional development/training sessions

May include supporting additional programs or special projects

Qualification

Student recruitmentAdmissions counselingEvent planningData analysisMicrosoft OfficeCultural sensitivityCommunication skillsOrganizational abilitiesRelationship building

Required

A bachelor's degree or the equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a job-related field required with a Master's degree preferred

Two years of relevant professional experience in a market management, sales, and/or a student services program or related field. A Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience

Valid CA class C Driver's License

Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned

General knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management

General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior

Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations

Ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews

Ability to reason logically

Ability to collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data

Ability to advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi-aged value systems and work accordingly

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts

Ability to rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned

Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office

Preferred

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Professional demeanor and strong organizational abilities

Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with prospective students, families, school staff, and community partners

Skilled in presenting a wide range of educational opportunities and clearly explaining complex topics such as CSU admissions and college affordability

Culturally sensitive, with experience working with diverse populations, including students of color, low-income students, students with disabilities, and those of different gender identities

Able to interact in a supportive and respectful way with students, parents, and school staff in both one-on-one and group settings

Quick to learn the structure and programs of Cal Poly Humboldt

Able to perform general office tasks

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, internet, and databases

Open to learning and using new software tools