Admissions Advisor II (PT)

Admissions Advisors are front-line ambassadors for the college and play a pivotal role in recruiting, advising, and enrolling students into programs that align with their goals. This role guides prospective students from first contact through enrollment, delivering clear, encouraging, and student-centered support that fosters authentic connections and affirms each student's goals and experiences. The Admissions Advisor provides students with information about programs and pathways while coordinating with internal teams and community partners to remove barriers and support student success. Advisors represent the college at events, lead presentations and tours, advise and assist students with their enrollment, and maintain accurate records to ensure a smooth, student-centered experience that advances the college's enrollment and retention goals. The incumbent will report to the Admissions Coordinator. 1. Provide individualized, strength-based guidance that aligns student interests and goals with instructional programs. 2. Build authentic, student-centered relationships by listening with empathy, demonstrating genuine care, and creating a welcome environment that supports trust, belonging, and long-term student success. 3. Advise prospective students on topics such as program options, career and articulation pathways, admissions requirements, financial aid basics, and class availability. 4. Guide students through application, admissions, and enrollment steps. 5. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all programs, admissions requirements, and guidelines to ensure accurate and informed advising for prospective students. 6. Engage in proactive outreach via in-person meetings, email, phone, and text using CRM and SIS tools. 7. Coordinate schedule changes, leave of absences, program changes, and other similar needs for current students. 8. Maintain accurate records in CRM/SIS, including entering data, processing forms, and documenting activities in accordance with current policies and procedures. 9. Uphold confidentiality, student information, and data privacy standards in all communications and recordkeeping. 10. Collaborate and coordinate with all college departments to streamline the student journey. 11. Refer students to appropriate student support services to address barriers to enrollment and persistence. 12. Help foster a campus climate that respects and values everyone and provides all students with an equal opportunity for academic success. 13. Contribute to planning and implementation of admissions, college, and recruitment events. 14. Support college recruitment by delivering engaging presentations and guided tours that promote college programs to prospective students, secondary education partners, employers, and community organizations. 15. Engage with students, community partners, and internal campus partners in ways that reinforce the college's values, advance its educational purpose, and strengthen awareness of its programs and opportunities. 16. Serve as a professional representative of the college by actively promoting the institution's mission and values. 17. Provide occasional coverage for early morning, evening, or weekend functions as needed. 18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. High School Diploma, or equivalent. 2. Two years of experience in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience (customer service, education, communication, human resources, psychology, counseling, social work, or community engagement). 3. Strong presentation and public speaking skills. 4. Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills. 5. Proficiency in building relationships of trust. 6. Ability to work independently, in a team, or collaboratively across departments and with partners. 7. Must have a valid driver's license. 8. Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. 9. Dependability, punctuality, and ability to manage scheduling commitments. 10. Must be proficient with computers, Microsoft Office, and Windows operating systems.

Physical Requirements:

1. Work is a combination of sitting comfortably at a desk and physical exertion which includes walking for long distances and standing for extended time. 2. Ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 30 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time. 3. Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. 4. Typically, this work will be performed primarily at the main campus; travel to the BDO campus, community partner locations, and local community events may be required. 5. Assigned schedule will fall between 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Fridays. Occasional weekend hours may be assigned. Hours are subject to change based on departmental needs. 6. Consistent attendance is essential to fulfilling the responsibilities of the role and maintaining a productive work environment. 7. This position requires the incumbent to occasionally travel between work and community events. 8. Position occasionally works in an outdoor environment with exposure to weather-related heat, cold, rain, wind, and related elements

WORKING SCHEDULE

Monday through Thursday, 1:00 to 7:00 pm

CONDITIONAL OFFER

: A conditional offer of employment will be made pending satisfactory completion of a background investigation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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