Regional Admission Recruiter - College of Nursing

at  Samuel Merritt University

Description:
Job Description Summary:
Regional Admission Recruiter builds market position for SMU by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business, organizational and university relationships that lead to increased new student inquiries and interest in SMU degree and certificate programs. The candidate will be responsible for building a stronger image and brand, growing program revenue streams and contributing to SMU’s overall success. This person will also work closely with Admissions, Marketing, Alumni Relations, Faculty and the Dean’s Office to ensure strategic coordination of all efforts. Overall, this person develops and maintains strategic, long-term partnerships with corporations, educational institutions, and community organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Create, execute and maintain a business development portfolio and continuously develop interest and inquiries for degree and certificate programs, and conveys the Samuel Merritt University mission, program and strategic initiatives
• Develops and executes quarterly strategic plan.
• Develops and maintains long-term relationships, with corporations, schools and community organizations partnering with them in meeting their educational goals.
• Demonstrates thorough program knowledge as well as industry trends. Able to provide solutions to meet partner’s needs.
• Collaborates and marketing, admission’s, program directors and deans to develop strategies around lead generation.
• Works directly with students to educate them on the SMU program offerings and the admission’s process.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all activities, contacts and accounts in CRM (Salesforce).
• Perform other related tasks, duties and responsibilities as required, assigned or directed.

Internal: Interacts with supervisor to receive general direction and instructions and/or review of work results. This position will work closely with colleagues in multiple departments (i.e. Admissions, Marketing, Faculty, Program Directors and Deans, Career Services, etc) to support both students and colleagues in achieving student success and Department goals.
External: Interacts with prospective students to provide advice and support. This position will meet with decision-makers/leadership of partner, prospective partner, and community organizations to develop and maintain a business development portfolio.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Direct Reports: N/A
Indirect Reports: N/A
Primary Work Location, Hours & Travel Requirements:
Office Location: Remote
Travel: up to 75% of time
Minimum qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business, communications, education, marketing, English, journalism, or related fields required.

Experience:

• Five (5) years in educational outreach/admission, sales, marketing, business development or related field.
• Experience working in higher education, knowledge of healthcare programs, and prior leadership/management experience is preferred.
• Background with understanding B2B relationship development.
• Great writing background with the ability to create a compelling narrative.
• Certifications, Licenses, etc.: valid Driver’s License and automobile insurance.

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Outlook and a CRM (Salesforce), or similar databases.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer-service skills, including sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse background.
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team player; highly motivated, focused and results oriented.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal contacts, and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines and maintain composure under high stress conditions.
• Ability to be optimistic, positive and supportive in all interactions with others.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Employee Status:
Regular
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Time Type:
Full time
Job Shift:
Pay Range:
$29.01 ~ $37.72 per hour
Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills

• Create, execute and maintain a business development portfolio and continuously develop interest and inquiries for degree and certificate programs, and conveys the Samuel Merritt University mission, program and strategic initiatives
• Develops and executes quarterly strategic plan.
• Develops and maintains long-term relationships, with corporations, schools and community organizations partnering with them in meeting their educational goals.
• Demonstrates thorough program knowledge as well as industry trends. Able to provide solutions to meet partner’s needs.
• Collaborates and marketing, admission’s, program directors and deans to develop strategies around lead generation.
• Works directly with students to educate them on the SMU program offerings and the admission’s process.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all activities, contacts and accounts in CRM (Salesforce).
• Perform other related tasks, duties and responsibilities as required, assigned or directed