Job Details

Please note: After February 15, 2013, we will give three days' notice prior to closing this recruitment.

Working Title: Admissions Advisor

Job Summary/Essential Functions: The Admissions Advisor is responsible for territory-based outreach and recruitment for Eastern Washington University. The review of admissions applications and materials are an essential function of this position. Additionally, the Admissions Advisor supports Admissions events and projects as needed. Reporting to an Associate Director of Admissions this position requires extensive travel, attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a high-paced environment.

Conditions of Employment: - Position will require extensive sitting and walking; selected candidate must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. involving recruiting materials.

This position, during the course of university employment, will be responsible for the receipt of, or accountability for university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access to the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 18. Successful candidate will be required to pass a background check.
Ability to participate in evening and weekend events;
- Ability to participate in extensive travel including multi-day trips involving; travel should be expected for 8 to 12 weeks annually, which will require a valid Driver's License and clean driving record;

Required Degree: Bachelor's degree; additional years of relevant experience may be considered equivalent on a year-for-year basis.

Degree required by: Date of application

Screening to Begin: 02-15-2013

Special Instructions to Applicants: 1.Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required minimum qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
2.Attach a chronological resume including work experience, education, and applicable certifications. Please include the names, addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references in your resume.
3.Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions.

% Full Time: 100

Term of Appointment: 12

Background Check (Unsupervised access to developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 18): Yes

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Frequent evenings and weekends
 

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree; additional years of relevant experience may be considered equivalent on a year-for-year basis;
- Two years increasingly responsible office experience;
- Ability to participate in evening and weekend events;
- Ability to participate in extensive travel including multi-day trips involving; travel should be expected for 8 to 12 weeks annually, which will require a valid Driver's License and clean driving record;
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, pay attention to detail and produce desired results;
- Ability to communicate in a clear, friendly and effective manner both orally and in writing;
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures regarding transfer admission and records management;
- Ability to work independently and as a member of an integrated team;
- Capacity to effectively address diverse constituencies;
- Advanced computer skills to include: Microsoft Office Suite; proficient user of laptop computer, projector, and cell phone;

Additionally, candidates must offer a demonstrated high degree of interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Previous work experience in admissions, recruitment, student advising or directly related field;
-Proficiency in use of Ellucian Banner SIS (or equivalent);
- Demonstrated ability to manage programs from planning through implementation to completion;
- Bilingual Ability
 

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