Online Admissions Specialist

Summary:

The Part-Time Online Admissions Specialist is responsible for identifying, informing, and helping prospective students applying to Sonoran’s online programs. The Online Admissions Specialist is responsible for the student experience after they’ve applied to the school and coordinates efforts with our online partner to help in the documentation and interview of students prior to start and finally matriculation.

Responsibilities:

• Acquires and demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Sonoran University’s mission, history, degree programs, admission policy, and application procedures, and the naturopathic medical profession.
• Maintains a positive work environment by conducting oneself and communicating in a manner that is conducive to promoting an atmosphere of cooperation with students, patients, peers, faculty, and administration.
• Communicates effectively with Sonoran University Partners to ensure a seamless online application process.
• Verifies accuracy, validity, and completion of prospective student records in CRM, proofreading computer display or other applicable methods, making corrections where necessary.
• Disseminate information to Sonoran University partner, Director of Admissions, and respective academic program deans or directors.
• Cultivates student prospect pool resulting from assigned administrative duties and documentation, attendance at assigned recruitment events, on-campus programs such as Open Houses, or other activities as assigned by the Admissions Director. This cultivation includes a broad range of follow-up activities, including phone and written correspondence, telemarketing projects, coordinating and communicating the flow of information to students from key University offices, such as Financial Aid, Student Life, and Academic Affairs, to ensure the highest yield possible at each stage of the prospect to the enrolled student.
• Oversees the prospective student interview process and admission decision process for online students, including tracking outstanding requirements for matriculated students.
• Attends regularly scheduled Admission Staff meetings and other appropriate meetings as required by committee assignments.
• Maintains a weekly report of activities, including phone and written correspondence, visitations, on-campus programs, interviews, applications, and other relevant information required by the Admissions Office.
• Responsible for contacting/nurturing lead generated inquires for the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Program as needed.
• Other duties as required

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Marketing, Psychology, Communication, Business Administration, etc. or a related field
• One year experience in admissions, recruitment, or retention desired
• Or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of academic institutions
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of recruiting and/or retention
• Proficiency in oral and written communication
• Strong interpersonal and public relations skills
• Ability to work independently with good judgment
• Detail oriented and organizational skills
• Computer proficient (MS Office Suite)
• Excellent data entry skills
• Excellent Time Management skills

About Sonoran University:

Sonoran University of Health Sciences is a non-profit and internationally recognized higher education institution. The University’s College of Naturopathic Medicine, College of Nutrition, and School of Mental Health’s evidence-based program offerings shape a healthier future by supporting students as they train to excel as healthcare professionals.

To serve the University’s mission, the Sage Foundation for Health supports several Community Clinics focused on providing free naturopathic medical care to local underserved communities within the Phoenix Metro area. The College of Nutrition’s Virtual Center for Personalized Nutrition aims to eliminate traditional barriers to nutritional care by providing personalized and evidence-based care delivered at no cost via telehealth.

The Ric Scalzo Institute for Botanical Research is a state-of-the-art molecular biology/phytochemistry laboratory seeks to improve therapies for global health concerns by exploring traditional medicine at the cellular, molecular, and cultural level to create novel botanical solutions that support people, plants, and planet.

The University’s Clinical Care branch operates two open-to-the-public clinics at the Tempe Campus. The Medical Center provides naturopathic healthcare for a wide range of patients including but not limited to; family medicine, nutrition and digestive health, mental health and well-being, dermatologic conditions, endocrine and auto-immune concerns, and acute symptoms. The Neil Riordan Center for Regenerative Medicine focuses on non-opioid solutions to pain and pain management utilizing treatments ranging from cupping and acupuncture to regenerative injection therapies. The Medicinary is the largest natural pharmacy in Arizona, offering an expansive collection of the highest quality, professional-grade supplements, herbs, and natural health products. Every purchase made at the Medicinary helps support the Sage Foundation and its mission to provide free healthcare to those in need.

Background/Screening:

All candidates offered a position at Sonoran University undergo a background and drug screen prior to hire. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory outcome of all screens required of this position.

Sonoran University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce! We encourage applications from all demographics, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Sonoran University is a smoke-free campus.