Northern Virginia Regional Recruiter - State Of virginia : Job Details

Title: Northern Virginia Regional Recruiter

Agency: VP STUDENT ENROLLMENT, ENGAGEMENT & SERVICES

Location: Remote

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range:

Full Time or Part Time:

Additional Detail

Job Description:

The Northern Virginia Regional Recruiter will represent the University at regional college fairs, high schools, and other recruitment events in Northern Virginia and neighboring states. Review freshman undergraduate applications for admission as assigned. Participate in University wide on-campus recruitment activities. Develop solid networking relationships with high school counselors in their regional territory. Maintain communication with prospective students and families utilizing coaching techniques. .

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's degree in Communications, English, Business, Counseling, or a related discipline; or a Bachelor's degree in stated fields with related experience equivalent to a master's degree.

* Basic knowledge of terminology used in admission.

* Basic Knowledge of (or ability and willingness to learn) student financial assistance programs and Higher Education processes.

* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

* Some knowledge of expenditure tracking and accepted fiscal practices, procedures and policies.

* Excellent communication and public speaking skills are required.

* Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop relationships and rapport with students and their families.

* The ability to manage several tasks/responsibilities at one time is preferred.

* Requires the ability to travel, for extended periods of time, both inside and outside of Virginia.

* Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

* Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

* Ability to quickly and accurately enter data into a database.

* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and treat confidential matters with tact and discretion.

* Ability to interpret policies and procedures to prospective students and the public.

* Must reside in Northern VA to provide regional recruitment needs in this assigned territory.

* Valid driver's license in good standing with insurable driving record.

* Some prior experience working in higher education and/or customer service.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Successful experience in marketing or customer service and higher education or admissions.

* Some related experience working with student organizations or serving as a tour guide.

* Preferred that the candidate resides in or around the city of Woodbridge, Virginia.