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This position is responsible for recruiting and enrolling new students to the university by articulating the benefits one would receive by attending Bentley University. The chief purpose of this position is to promote and market the institution by providing advice and information to various external constituencies including prospective students, families, school counselors, community-based organizations and others. Functions include the execution of various assignments and assisting in the achievement of department goals through the initiation and implementation of projects.
Essential Duties
Travel and promote Bentley University at high schools, college fairs and other educational forums providing public presentations to individuals and groups; develop and evaluate strategy for individually assigned geographic recruitment regions.
Present the Bentley pitch through on-campus and virtual information sessions. Interview prospective students virtually and in person both on and off campus; follow up with written, telephone and email contact with students, parents and school counselors.
Review admission applications, render decisions and participate in entire file review and scholarship selection processes.
Serve as Officer-of-the-Day to assist in smooth daily office operation.
Provide additional assistance with the visitor experience and special visit programs.
Other Duties
Assist with any professional activities needed in the Office of Undergraduate Admission as determined by the demands of the admission cycle.
Participate in industry meetings and conferences to continue professional development.
May supervise and instruct student workers in various clerical and project functions, provide feedback to their supervisors when appropriate.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required plus a minimum of 2 years of college admission or other highly- relevant experience.
Organizational and analytical abilities, solid communication skills, creative thinking, computer competency, ability to handle multiple tasks and belief in the value of a higher education and the capacity to articulate those benefits to the public.
Commitment to working toward institutional and department goals relating to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice.
Must hold and maintain a valid, unrestricted United States driver’s license with an insurable driving history as determined by Bentley’s insurance carrier.
Work Environment
Fast-paced office environment with many scheduled and unscheduled demands on time.
Noisy and active environment due to busy telephones and staff and visitor activity.
High level of customer service is imperative at all times.
Day and overnight travel are required during the recruitment season often necessitating early morning or late evening travel.
Position requires some work during evenings, weekends or other holiday periods.
Ability to work remotely on a frequent basis.
Physical skills required of this position include an alertness in dealing with technical issues, accuracy in encountering large volumes of information and maintaining focus during frequent interruptions.
Recruiting events require lifting and carrying heavy boxes as well as standing for long periods of time.
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.
Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
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