Admissions Advisor
Southeast New Mexico College
Carlsbad, NM
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 10, 2024
Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field with one (1) year of experience related to the standard duties as outlined
Preferred: Bilingual (English and Spanish), Master’s Degree in a related field.
Equivalency: Any combination of education, training, and/or experience as approved by Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Level: Nine (9)
Salary: $50,439.41 - $56,744.59 annually DOE
Background:
Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.
Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.
The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at https://senmc.edu.
Purpose and Scope:
The Admissions Advisor will report to the Enrollment Manager and will be responsible for recruitment, admissions, and enrollment functions to include marketing and communications for enrollment, provides academic, financial aid/scholarship, financial literacy, and advisement services to targeted student populations. Plans, develops, and implements community outreach activities and/or campus recruitment and/or retention programs. Serves as an ambassador and representative of the SENMC College with a variety of audiences, including prospective students and their families, applicants, newly admitted students, P-12 school district students and staff, SENMC college students, faculty and staff, business and other community members, and alumni. Responsible for managing recruitment territory with some travel throughout the state. Guides prospective students and their families through the application process. Develops and maintains excellent working relationships with key constituencies in recruitment territory. Responsible for assisting with all areas of admissions. Responsible for marketing and communications, event planning, student orientation, campus tours, family engagement activities, and campus visits, etc. as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborate to develop communications strategies for enrollment aligning with SENMC strategic plan. Develop and create direct communication plans for prospective students, example: emails, texts, and phone campaigns. Distribute marketing materials for recruitment efforts. Coordinate with Marketing Director and Web Designer to manage the digital content such as websites, social media, press releases, podcasts, infographics, videos, etc. as they relate to the purpose and scope of this position. Utilize analytic tools for data collection and analysis of aggregate and disaggregate to track strategy effectiveness and drive recruiting decisions. Prepares form letters, individual letters, and information packets in support of group and/or individual recruitment efforts; attends and participates in individual and group orientation and other information dissemination sessions.
Engage and assist prospective students from lead through to admissions. Coordinate with other organizational units to process admission requests and to aid in resolution of academic problems. Maintain familiarity with certificate and degree programs. Advises students and families regarding educational opportunities and options, admission, orientation, registration, and other requirements, policies, and procedures. Provides policy interpretation and advisement as appropriate, in accordance with SENMC policy, accreditation standards, and privacy laws.
Answers student inquiries and resolves problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites for designated academic programs referring to catalogues, written course descriptions, and other appropriate sources. Plans, develops, and implements community outreach activities for underrepresented student populations. May conduct recruitment activities for targeted student populations. Some travel may be required, depending on recruitment territory assignment. Will coordinate with Dual Credit staff for weekly visits to area high schools.
Conduct campus tours, formal and informal presentations, tele-recruiting, and e-recruiting. Collaborate with SENMC campus departments, faculty & staff. Disseminates pertinent information, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and SENMC policies in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Direct students to campus and community services including but not limited to Financial Aid, Learning Assistance Center, Learning Technology Center, and Testing Center. Serve on campus committees.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. May assist and/or prepare grant proposals to fund student programs and services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques. Knowledge of marketing media and funding sources. Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials. Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the College's mission, vision, and goals. Short- and long-term planning; problem analysis and resolution; ability to gather data, compile information report preparation and presentation; interpersonal and organizational communication, both oral and written. Develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities.
Affirmative Action Statement:
SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
Preferred: Bilingual (English and Spanish), Master’s Degree in a related field.
Equivalency: Any combination of education, training, and/or experience as approved by Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Level: Nine (9)
Salary: $50,439.41 - $56,744.59 annually DOE
Background:
Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.
Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.
The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at https://senmc.edu.
Purpose and Scope:
The Admissions Advisor will report to the Enrollment Manager and will be responsible for recruitment, admissions, and enrollment functions to include marketing and communications for enrollment, provides academic, financial aid/scholarship, financial literacy, and advisement services to targeted student populations. Plans, develops, and implements community outreach activities and/or campus recruitment and/or retention programs. Serves as an ambassador and representative of the SENMC College with a variety of audiences, including prospective students and their families, applicants, newly admitted students, P-12 school district students and staff, SENMC college students, faculty and staff, business and other community members, and alumni. Responsible for managing recruitment territory with some travel throughout the state. Guides prospective students and their families through the application process. Develops and maintains excellent working relationships with key constituencies in recruitment territory. Responsible for assisting with all areas of admissions. Responsible for marketing and communications, event planning, student orientation, campus tours, family engagement activities, and campus visits, etc. as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborate to develop communications strategies for enrollment aligning with SENMC strategic plan. Develop and create direct communication plans for prospective students, example: emails, texts, and phone campaigns. Distribute marketing materials for recruitment efforts. Coordinate with Marketing Director and Web Designer to manage the digital content such as websites, social media, press releases, podcasts, infographics, videos, etc. as they relate to the purpose and scope of this position. Utilize analytic tools for data collection and analysis of aggregate and disaggregate to track strategy effectiveness and drive recruiting decisions. Prepares form letters, individual letters, and information packets in support of group and/or individual recruitment efforts; attends and participates in individual and group orientation and other information dissemination sessions.
Engage and assist prospective students from lead through to admissions. Coordinate with other organizational units to process admission requests and to aid in resolution of academic problems. Maintain familiarity with certificate and degree programs. Advises students and families regarding educational opportunities and options, admission, orientation, registration, and other requirements, policies, and procedures. Provides policy interpretation and advisement as appropriate, in accordance with SENMC policy, accreditation standards, and privacy laws.
Answers student inquiries and resolves problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites for designated academic programs referring to catalogues, written course descriptions, and other appropriate sources. Plans, develops, and implements community outreach activities for underrepresented student populations. May conduct recruitment activities for targeted student populations. Some travel may be required, depending on recruitment territory assignment. Will coordinate with Dual Credit staff for weekly visits to area high schools.
Conduct campus tours, formal and informal presentations, tele-recruiting, and e-recruiting. Collaborate with SENMC campus departments, faculty & staff. Disseminates pertinent information, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and SENMC policies in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Direct students to campus and community services including but not limited to Financial Aid, Learning Assistance Center, Learning Technology Center, and Testing Center. Serve on campus committees.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. May assist and/or prepare grant proposals to fund student programs and services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques. Knowledge of marketing media and funding sources. Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials. Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the College's mission, vision, and goals. Short- and long-term planning; problem analysis and resolution; ability to gather data, compile information report preparation and presentation; interpersonal and organizational communication, both oral and written. Develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities.
Affirmative Action Statement:
SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Work a fluctuating work schedule
Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
