ADMISSIONS ADVISOR

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
ADMISSIONS ADVISOR
Position Status
Full Time
Classification Title
Para-Professional-12m
Work Location
Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX
Job Summary
Assist prospective students throughout the entire onboarding process. Aids with supporting students with all admissions processes, including Apply Texas, testing requirements, meningitis compliance, and new student orientation. Works with new students on initial career, financial, and academic plans. Additionally, the position will support developing, coordinating, and implementing community outreach, recruitment, and retention programs and activities.
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; or Associate's Degree (or equivalent - 60 college credit hours) and a minimum of two years of relevant administrative experience that includes demonstrated work experience with detail-oriented tasks of a significant nature
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the College's mission and the needs of students; a passion for helping students realize their educational goals
• Demonstrated ability to use appropriate technology in the outreach, admissions, and recruitment process
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively with multiple priorities
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as business needs dictate
• Excellent record-keeping skills
• Ability to take feedback from manager through coaching sessions and then generate positive results
• Exemplary computer proficiency, including email, internet, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong public relations skills; demonstrated interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
• Energetic and enthusiastic
• Customer-service oriented
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment with interruptions and detail-oriented tasks
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College's insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with higher education database software
• Previous higher education student services experience and/or case management experience
• Previous experience in outreach and recruitment
• Two years of closely related experience
• Bilingual language skills

Essential Functions

• Initiate and maintain systematic and frequent contact with prospective and new students.
• Manage (track and monitor) a caseload of prospective and new students through the application process up to registration.
• Perform required clerical work (data entry and documentation) in the department.
• Advise prospective students and families about the admissions and enrollment process, including, but not limited to, information on MC programs, application, testing requirements, transcripts, immunization, FAFSA, and scholarships.
• Proactively follow up with applicants regarding outstanding documents required for registration.
• Employ technology and strategies to help students navigate through the enrollment and registration process
• Follow communication plan (phone, text, email) to maintain student momentum,
• Assist students in overcoming enrollment obstacles
• Work with Director to develop and implement effective student-centered outreach and recruitment plans that reflect the College's Mission and Strategic Plan
• Attend events and implement outreach efforts including but not limited to area high schools, MISD schools, TACRAO, community events
• Coordinate all student recruitment, on and off-campus
• Maintain a demeanor of service, professionalism, and positivity at all times
• Strive to meet enrollment goals, conversion rates, and target number of applications submitted
• Practice the coaching model to identify student issues and set goals for improvement
• Participate and contribute to a creative, dynamic, and productive team culture that delivers excellent customer service and personal attention to students and parents
• Participate in professional development appropriate to the functions of the position and professional interests
• Be well informed on all MC programs and offerings, including university partnerships (general brochure plus campus buildings academics, CE)
• Establish and maintain relationships with area school districts, fostering strong relationships between the college and area high school counselors
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the College and attend College events and meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move to other locations on campus
• This position may require occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Frequently moves boxes or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds
• Duties indoors and some outdoors
• Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events

Security Sensitivity
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Min Salary
$40,100 (annualized salary)
Max Salary
$42,000 (annualized salary)
Pay Statement
Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P01163S2016
Open Date
10/18/2023
Position Available
Immediately
Special Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, Resume, and Transcripts (if applicable.) Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.
EEO Statement
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.