Admissions Coordinator, Executive Education at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida

Job Description:

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Admissions Coordinator, Executive Education - Boca Raton, FL

The FAU College of Business is one of the largest AACSB-accredited colleges of business in the United States with more than 8,000 students. The college has seven departments and an impressive offering of degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (including Ph.D.) as well as many online, executive, and certificate programs. For more information about the FAU College of Business, please visit http://business.fau.edu.

The Admissions Coordinator is an administrative position that should maintain extensive knowledge of university admission requirements, policies and procedures. Duties to include recruiting efforts by providing admissions information to prospective students, creating communication materials, representing the university at onsite locations, maintain student records and the process of all required paperwork with other departments. Works closely with the Director and Assistant Director to develop and implement admissions goals and strategies, in addition to working with the Graduate College at the university.

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  Guide prospective students on different programs offered at FAU to assist them in achieving their educational aspirations with the best program for them.

  
  


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  Assist potential students through the application process starting with the inquiry stage, all the way to course enrollment.

  
  


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  Coordinate recruiting and facilitate large group presentations for prospective students.

  
  


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  Work closely with program coordinators to ensure that new student applications are processed in a timely manner.

  
  


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  Work with the Graduate College to coordinate and manage the admission processes i.e. student applications, official transcripts, and residency paperwork, petitions, and decisions awards.

  
  


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  Attend college fairs and sponsored events for recruiting purposes. Reach out to companies and organize outreach events to promote graduate degree programs. Facilitate large group presentations for prospective students.

  
  


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  Work closely with other team members of the Executive Education, College of Business, and Graduate College teams to secure new student admission.

  
  


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  Innovate and implement process improvement measures in efforts to increase and maintain program retention.

  
  


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  Exercise the highest level of customer service to exemplify the Executive Education "red carpet" service expectation.

  
  


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  Work with immunization department, registrar's office, Graduate College, OIT and International student office to ensure that prospective students' paperwork is finalized.

  
  


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  Collect and review student files for admissions in all graduate programs. Manage and secure all student credentialing paperwork and documents. Respond to student questions via email and phone during work hours.

  
  


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  Collect and process new student deposit payments.

  
  


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  Work closely with the financial aid office to answer student questions and process paperwork.

  
  


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  Work closely with the marketing team to prepare advertising materials (catalogs, website, print materials).

  
  


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  Reach targeted enrollment goals each semester for the following programs but not limited to: Sport MBA

  
  


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  May be reassigned to assist with recruiting of other programs as needed.

  
  


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  Provide general office support if requested in other areas i.e. program management and academic advising.

  
  


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  Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director.

  
  

FAU Benefits and Perks:

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.


• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.


• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
  


• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php
  


• Sick Leave Pool Program.


• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).


• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf
  


• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.


Data entry skills required.


Proficiency in English and in MS Office Suite required.


Customer service orientation and negotiation skills required.






Preferred Qualifications and Skills:


Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate
experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience.


Experience working with students, and/or adults in an educational environment.


University experience and knowledge of admissions.


Experience with Presenting to large groups.


High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.


Knowledge of Banner, Workday, VIP, CRM system and Adobe.
Salary:$55,000 - $60,000 per year
College or Department:College of Business
Location:Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Application Deadline: 2024-11-14
Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:


Resume


Cover letter


OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.


REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:


Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711


As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities. Apply Now