Under the direction of the Director of Admissions, the Admissions Coordinator will be the high school recruiter who supports enrollment efforts and has considerable contact with Early College Coordinators by providing admissions information and creating communication materials for prospective or newly admitted students within a specific territory or population.This position will represent the College of Southern Idaho at off-site locations such as high schools, college fairs, and community events. Recruitment efforts will involve different methods, including but not limited to one-on-one meetings, large and small group presentations, and distance delivery utilizing synchronous or asynchronous technologies. This position often is a first point of contact with the public and prospective students, which requires knowledge of college resources, programs, people, and policies, as well as public speaking skills with a positive attitude and a commitment to higher education.The Admissions Coordinator will play a pivotal role in the implementation and importance placed on a student’s Sense of Belonging and student life experiences at the College of Southern Idaho. This position requires a dependable, flexible, organized, and friendly team member who answers emails and telephones, greets the students, responds to inquiries, and assists students/parents throughout the application, admission, and transition to campus processes. The position will ensure an inviting, professional, and timely student assistance.In addition, the Admissions Coordinator will continually assess and improve the effectiveness of various recruiting, outreach, and retention strategies (to include but not limited to utilizing the PowerBI reports) to ensure maximum yield and return on investment. The coordinator will advocate the value of a postsecondary education, including workforce training, Bridge, CTE and apprenticeships, to help students achieve individual education goals.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and delivers presentations, workshops, and seminars related to becoming a CSI student.
Assists prospective students with various aspects of the admission applications, registration, orientation, college events, and financial aid application processes.
Assists with processing applications - admitting new and returning students to the College.
Works closely with student services staff from Enrollment Services, advising, Financial Aid/scholarships, Office of the Registrar, etc.
Presents information about the benefits of an education from the department, college or area being represented at offsite locations and to on campus group tours.
Regular travel to recruitment events in Region 3.
Support Early College Coordinators and Admissions Office with any recruitment support for prospective students within Regions 4, 5 and 6. Recruitment support includes, but is not limited to, participating in high school enrollment days, college fairs, and community events.
Representative for IACRAO’s Higher Education Junior Tour Coordinator in Regions 1,2, 3, and 4.
Utilize IR data tools to collect, retrieve, and analyze student information at the respective high schools for recruiting and transition purposes as a regular job functionality.
Assist with developing enrollment marketing publications and communications, including letters, brochures, website postings, electronic mail, and other mediums.
Develops communication materials for prospective or newly admitted students within a specific territory or specific population, including Power Points and print materials.
Assist with Admissions social media.
Coordinates a comprehensive recruitment strategy for the state's top 10 prospective high schools.
Develops recruitment strategies for neighboring states.
Assist with and attend CSI Admissions Events, including Eagle Explore, Sigue Adelante, Instant Enrollment Days, Group Tours, etc.
Implement plans for parent outreach throughout the year.
Work with middle school students and staff to increase college visibility.
Other duties as assigned.
UNIQUE FUNCTIONS
Fosters and develops relationships with high school counselors and other educational and business partners.
Understands, commits to, and advocates for the mission, vision, values, goals, and objectives of the Student Access division and the College.
Research and employs best/high impact recruiting practices.
Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive and effective recruiting strategy.
Communicates and collaborates closely with faculty and department chairs to effectively promote their programs and services.
Works closely with student services staff, from advising to financial aid/scholarships, the Office of the Registrar, the Career Center, etc.
Represents the division and the College professionally to various internal and external constituents and groups.
Ensures effective cost control, judicious use of limited funds, and strictly adheres to the approved budget.
Promotes diversity, inclusion, equity, and open access, and other duties that may be found on the complete job description.
SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED
Bilingual in English and Spanish
EDUCATION / TRAINING PREFERRED
Associate’s degree or 2 years experience in a related field
Coursework preferred in areas related to marketing, communications, public relations, education, counseling, or human services
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE PREFERRED
Proficiency in appropriate computer software, including Microsoft Office, e-mail, telephone skills, and other related office systems.
Attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
Demonstrated ability to learn and use CSI’s digital systems.
WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS
12-month
Hours will generally be those of the current college schedule.
Will include road travel to various high school sites.
Schedule will include late afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends.
Good judgement and professionalism in dealing with pressures and meeting deadlines.
May require the use of a personal, reliable vehicle. Mileage relating to and from high schools from an established base (campus or off-campus center) will be reimbursed at the institutional rate. Weekend and evening work may be required during certain periods of the year.
Some late afternoon and weekends.
The College of Southern Idaho is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to cultivating and sustaining an environment in which our employees and learners thrive. The College prohibits discrimination on the basis of any legally protected status. Company Location Twin Falls - Main Campus Position Type Full-Time/Regular Salary 40,000.00 - USDIs this position grant-funded?NoFLSANon-exemptMonths per year?12 months year roundWhat are the work days/hours?Monday-Friday, Some Evenings or Weekends as neededOpen to current employees only?NoCover letter required?YesUnofficial transcripts required?Yes
