Admissions Manager jobs in Alamogordo, NM

Admissions Advisor

Job Description

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 and advising. 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 student populations, 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.

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