Under the general direction and supervision of the Administrative Director, Admissions the Admissions Representative is responsible for providing prospective students with the necessary information to make informed choices about careers and College programs of study, to guide students toward choosing Southeast Community College, to present a positive public image of the College, and to provide information and assistance as needed in other areas of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs. The person must also have the facility for working with aggregate data to discern demographic and occupational trends and help develop effective recruitment strategies that consider these trends. Computer skills are essential; experience with college recruiting/admissions software and technology is preferred. This is a full-time regular position.

The Admissions Office at Southeast Community College is a student-centered team that embraces positivity, compassionate leadership, collaboration, and strong relationships, both on and off campus. Team members enjoy working with others, are committed to helping others achieve goals and value excellence. A strong commitment to students, adaptability, and a sense of humor are trademarks of the team.

Southeast Community College is a dynamic environment that values input, reflection, transparency, compassion, respect, and positivity. The College’s organizational culture is a key part of the institution’s strategic plan and is integrated into daily operations.

Southeast Community College offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including, but not limited to medical/dental insurance, 403(b) retirement with College matching contribution, vision insurance, flexible spending account, and tuition reimbursement. Southeast Community College also offers extensive leave plans. In addition, Southeast Community College makes available to all full-time employees the use of “Ben Dollars” (cash-in-lieu potential for certain coverage levels) to cover medical and dental premiums.

Pre-Admission Advising

• Provide pre-admissions assistance, advising, and career/vocational advising to prospective students.

• Respond to individual and group inquiries from prospective students and schedules and leads campus tours ensuring that guests receive a positive and informative experience.

• Schedule visits to high schools in the SCC service area as well as across Nebraska and neighboring states as requested.

• Work closely with high school counselors and instructors and visit career, vocational, and other classes as necessary.

Ability to Analyze Admissions Data and Trends

• Run and analyze aggregate data reports showing numbers of students contacted, types of contacts, fields of interest, barriers to admission.

• Develop strategies to effectively communicate with and recruit those student prospects.

• Schedule individual and group career counseling/information sessions.

• Encourage campus tours during high school visits, arrange and conduct college tours, and/or supervise student ambassadors in the provision of tours.

• Attend department, program, and College meetings and serve on committees.

• Attend program/college staff meetings as directed and serve on assigned teams.

Work toward creating a welcoming, inclusive, equitable, and productive work and learning environment, where all students, faculty members, and college employees are valued and may contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences. Make concerted efforts to implement accessible and inclusive practices and processes aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning and work environment. Commit to fostering and maintaining a safe environment of respect and inclusion for students, employees, and members of the community, and promote and support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, EEO, equity, inclusion, and diversity.

• Assist with the development of College publications such as marketing/recruiting materials, the career pathways book, and special brochures.

• Assist with New Student Enrollment, New Student Welcome, New Student Orientation, Welcome Weeks, move-in, and other Enrollment and Student Affairs programming and events.

• Assist with training of staff, student ambassadors, and part-time employees.

• Maintain inventory of marketing materials such as program flyers, brochures, etc.

• Participate in professional associations related to admissions.

• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.

• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.

• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedule (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based upon the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days and work locations may vary depending upon the needs of Southeast Community College and subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present and promote Southeast Community College to prospective students, high school staff, and community members.

• Skills and abilities necessary to promote and maintain a positive environment and level of service for all those who interact with the Admissions unit including students, faculty, and staff.

• Knowledge of and experience in recruiting students, including those from diverse backgrounds

• Ability to organize and plan recruiting schedules.

• Knowledge of recruitment markets.

• Knowledge and experience in college admissions or student personnel services.

• Knowledge of admissions, practices, procedures, standards, and legal requirements.

• Knowledge and experience with computers, data entry, software, and technology

• Ability and experience with spreadsheets and databases.

• Ability to create, understand, and interpret graphs and charts.

• Ability to meet travel requirements of position which may include considerable location and regional travel, varied days and hours, etc.

• Promote the College’s plans, policies, practices and activities in the areas of access, fair employment, equal opportunity, equity and diversity.

• Employees must be able to perform the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations:
  • Work at a desk for extended periods of time, continuously for 2-4 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Present for extended periods of time, continuously for 2 – 4 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Provide tours for up to 1.5 hours while listening and talking. Surfaces may include cement, grass, rock, or dirt and can be flat or include various degrees of incline.
  • Ability to operate a computer, computer mouse, keyboard, phone, and other office equipment continuously.
  • Lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
  • Climb stairs; climb stairs carrying up to 30 pounds; climb stairs while talking.
  • Bend, kneel, stoop, and squat to floor level on a regular basis. Reach with hands and arms above the head, in front of the body, and below knee level.
  • Provide tours outside in a variety of weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
  • Ability to get in and out of, ride in, and drive a College-owned vehicle on a regular basis up to 500 miles.
  • Ability to travel overnight for up to five consecutive days.

• The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, marketing, education, or related field.

• Two (2) years’ work experience in college recruiting, enrollment, advising, or other College student services fields* or in marketing, sales, customer service, or related field.

• Proof of valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle and insurability to operate a motor vehicle.

• College Student Services is defined as: Admissions, Recruitment, Testing, Financial Aid, Counseling, Placement, Assessment, Career and/or Academic Advising, Retention, or Registration.

A Master’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required two (2) years of work experience.

• Master’s degree in educational administration, business administration, or related field.

• Recruiting experience at the post-secondary level.