Director of Admissions (Pharr area)

Company: Southern Careers Institute
Location: Mcallen
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

Director of Admissions

(This is not a remote position, candidate must commute or reside within the city to be considered)

We call it being a life changer, but you'll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You'll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create optimized environment for our students.

As the Director of Admissions , you will be accountable for the oversight of the company's inquiry and admission of new students. This position supervises all Admissions Representatives and Sr. Admissions Representatives and is responsible for meeting or exceeding the company's new student objectives.

Responsibilities
Under the direction of leadership, design and implement a comprehensive strategic plan, including revolving 90-day, 6 month and one-year strategies, of admissions of new students to the company;
Direct the admissions process from point of inquiry through second course;
Ensure Admissions Representatives are in compliance with all policies and federal and state regulations regarding admissions, financial aid, transfer of credits, non-guarantee of placement and potential earnings;
Present the school to prospective students, which includes systematic and efficient handling of applications and communication with candidates; tours of the institution; interviews with candidates; arrangements for admissions testing; securing of necessary student credentials; and communicating final decisions to the appropriate individuals;
Meet or exceed all admissions objectives as determined by COO and Campus Director;
Promote good relationships and create networking opportunities and support for representatives with outside institutions or groups that can be helpful in attracting quality students. Attend outreach opportunities in the community.

Requirements
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in admissions or closely related field;
Bachelor's Degree highly preferred; some post-secondary education required;
Some management experience in post-secondary education or related industry highly preferred;
Marketing and promotional experience;
Ability to motivate and inspire team members;
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
A passion for education and commitment to a "students first" philosophy;
Ability to succinctly and clearly communicate, both verbally and in writing;
An entrepreneurial "get it done" work ethic with ownership and accountability for your team.

Benefits
Training & Development
Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
Continuous Growth Opportunities
Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
Basic Life & Accident Insurance
Short & Long-term Disability
401K Retirement Plan
A---competitive base salary with pay increase at 90 days
SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About Southern Careers Institute

SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we're just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.

Our company believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against any employees, applicants, or job seekers on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, gender identification, sexual orientation, or any other protected group status as defined by law. As part of our compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws, we invite you to voluntarily self-identify your ethnicity and gender in the following section. The completion of this section is entirely voluntary. Your response to this section, or refusal to respond to this section, will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment with the company in any way. Please complete the information below, which includes the option to choose not to self-identify. This information will be kept confidential and separate from your application for employment and company personnel file. The information you choose to provide will be used solely for the purposes of EEO-1 reporting to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and will not be viewed by any hiring managers during the application process.

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