Asst Dir, Admissions Job in Long Beach, California US
Asst Dir, Admissions
Job ID : 2012-33644 # Positions : 1 Division : DeVry University Department : Admissions About DeVry Inc. : About DeVry Inc. DeVry's purpose is to empower its students to achieve their educational and career goals. DeVry (NYSE: DV, member SP 500 Index) is a global provider of educational services and the parent organization of Advanced Academics, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Becker Professional Education, Carrington College, Carrington College California, Chamberlain College of Nursing, DeVry Brasil, DeVry University, and Ross University Schools of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. These institutions offer a wide array of programs in business, healthcare and technology. DeVry's institutions serve students in secondary through postsecondary education and professionals in accounting and finance. Overview : Under general supervision assists in the management of a team of three or more Advisors. Responsible for the implementation of student recruitment strategies and the management of resources in order to meet performance expectations. Assists in the execution of the business plan, the control of expenses and other managerial functions, as needed. Responsible for generating prospective students for enrollment. Responsible for all phases of the Admissions process from marketing the program with students to qualifying them for enrollment. Resolves most complex enrollment questions and problems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Networks and develops professional relationships to generate personally-developed inquiries. Provides excellent customer service to students through application and enrollment process. Conducts telephone appointment setting calls to screen potential student applicants and set appointments for interviews. Assesses prospective students to ensure they have the potential, traits, characteristics and financial wherewithal to be enrolled through graduation. Conducts personal interviews to qualify candidates and to explain academic programs. Handles appointments, interviews and applications in a professional and timely manner. Advises students in program selection, test, advising, registration, etc. Provides general customer service to students from enrollment through graduation Performs consistently to meet or exceed performance targets. Assists in the development, direction and coordination of Advisor team activities in accomplishing its collective team goals and objectives. Provides input and recommendation to management on staffing. In conjunction with the Director of Admissions, ensures that objectives, goals, plans, budgets, policies, practices and actions produce desired student recruitment results, consistent with the overall mission and strategic plan for the Admissions Office. Works with Director of Admissions in the development and execution of both short-term and long-term student recruitment strategy at the campus level to ensure the Company's growth and profitability objectives and implements approved programs. Under the direction of the Director of Admissions, ensures quality hires and manages compensation and performance management programs to stay within the salary budget. Responsible for the training, and performance evaluations of the Advisor team. Responsible for the development of an annual student recruitment plan for the campus and ensures the achievement of the approved plan. Develops and prepares for approval the Admissions Office's policies and programs and, as directed, conducts audits and reviews results to ensure conformance with same. Serves as a mentor to team of Advisors in order to train and develop them into top performing team members. Delegate responsibilities to Advisor team to ensure that policies and decisions are followed. Conducts team meetings in order to motivate, encourage and discuss key issues and concern with staff. Adheres to laws and regulations governing student recruitment activities as well as the DeVry Code of Business Conduct and Ethics. Completes other projects and duties as assigned. Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's degree required. 3 to 5 years Admissions experience required. Management experience preferred. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are required. Ability to lead and manage a team. Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment and to be a self-starter. Demonstrated proficiency in DeVry Advisor training and development We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Thank you for applying for this outstanding opportunity today. nbps;