Temporary Admissions Coordinator, Brandeis Online

Brandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as the Temporary Admissions Coordinator, Brandeis Online at the Rabb School of Continuing Studies.

Brandeis Online is seeking a dedicated and proactive Temporary Admissions Coordinator to join our admissions and enrollment team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about higher education and possess strong communication and organizational skills. As a Temporary Admissions Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in recruiting prospective students, managing admissions processes, and representing Brandeis Online at events. Reports to the Associate Director, Admissions & Enrollment, Brandeis Online.

The hiring range for this position is $26.83 - $29.93 per hour.

This position is estimated to be a 3 - 6 month assignment.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment

• Conduct outreach to prospective students via phone calls, SMS, and emails to provide information about Brandeis Online's programs, admissions requirements, and academic offerings.
• Schedule and facilitate virtual appointments with prospective students.
• Attend virtual and in-person recruitment events, including college fairs, information sessions, and webinars, to promote Brandeis Online and engage with prospective students.
• Collaborate with the admissions team to develop and implement recruitment strategies to meet enrollment goals.
• Provide exceptional customer service to prospective students, offering timely and accurate information throughout the admissions journey.

Operations

• Assist prospective students through the admissions process, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of prospective student interactions and admissions-related activities in the CRM system (Slate).
• Help prepare recruitment and presentation materials.
• Support webinar setup and post-event communications.
• Serve as a liaison between prospective students and various departments within Brandeis Online, addressing inquiries and facilitating communication.
• Assist with admissions processing tasks, including application review, document collection, and enrollment management.
• Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and competitor offerings to inform recruitment strategies and enhance the admissions process.
• Support the admissions team with additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Education & Work Experience:

• Associate's degree in education, marketing, communications, or related field, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-3 years prior experience in admissions, recruitment, or customer service roles preferred.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems (Slate experience strongly preferred).
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and traveling to recruitment activities.
• Passion for higher education and a commitment to promoting access and opportunity for all students.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.