[Hiring] Admissions Specialist @Georgetown University

Role Description

The Admissions Specialist is a member of Georgetown University’s Berkley School of Nursing (BSON) Student Affairs admissions team and reports to the Assistant Dean of Admissions. The Admissions Specialist is responsible for recruiting prospective students, facilitating admissions requirements, and providing support and guidance to prospective students throughout the enrollment process.

• Facilitating all enrollment activities, from initial inquiry through final matriculation, for students pursuing enrollment into Georgetown’s Berkley School of Nursing (BSON) with special attention to inquiries and applicants.
• Assessing student need and presenting information as to why and how BSON may benefit a student's personal, academic, and professional goals.
• Acting as liaison with collaborating departments while offering extensive student service and support.
• Providing appropriate follow-up and follow-through with prospective students via phone, email, text, and in-person outreach as they move through the admissions funnel.
• Collecting all necessary documents and paperwork toward enrollment including applications, transcripts, and other records.
• Maintaining applicant contact records for all touchpoints with next steps in CRM.
• Liaising with faculty regarding applicant information; acting as a student advocate and communicating effectively and clearly with University stakeholders.
• Coordinating, scheduling, and hosting prospective student webinars.
• Demonstrating strong command of program curriculum, costs, financial aid, career outcomes, full- and part-time options.
• Participating in open houses, accepted student days, some local travel, as well as in-person and virtual recruitment events.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree and at least two years in admissions in a higher education setting.
• Nursing or health education experience strongly preferred.
• Consultative sales/customer service experience.
• Familiarity with various admissions data management systems, including Slate and SalesForce CRM.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and precise attention to detail.
• Strong closing and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of a diverse student population.

Requirements

• Appreciation for the value of a strong undergraduate education.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Interest and ability in computer software applications.
• High energy and excellent listening, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings and tuition assistance.
• Work-life balance benefits and employee discounts.
• An array of voluntary insurance options.