Regional Admissions Recruiter (Muskegon/Southwestern MI/Northern IN/ Chicagoland) - Muskegon, MI

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Baker College is seeking a Regional Admissions Recruiter to join our Admissions Team!

The Regional Admissions Recruiter serves as the primary representative at college events, including speaking engagements, college fairs, and admissions activities, to promote Baker College. This role involves recruiting prospective students, identifying new markets, and supporting the implementation of recruitment strategies. Additionally, the recruiter will conduct career presentations, advise high school staff on Baker College programs, and effectively communicate to inspire potential students to enroll. Dependability, organization, and teamwork are essential qualities for success in this position.

The ideal candidate will coordinate and deliver high school presentations, college visits, and other events to engage prospective students, parents, and counselors. Build and maintain relationships with high school and community college staff, support educational events, and represent Baker College at various fairs and receptions. Provide information on admissions, academic programs, financial aid, and transfer credits. Participate in advisory boards and committees, evaluate program effectiveness, and contribute to community service activities to enhance the Baker College brand. Maintain strong presentation, organizational, and communication skills to effectively connect with diverse audiences.

Regional Admissions Recruiters based in Muskegon primarily focus on recruitment efforts in Southwestern Michigan, Northern Indiana, and the Chicagoland area.

A bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Education, Counseling, or a related discipline is required, with bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills preferred. The candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication abilities and demonstrate exceptional customer service. Proficiency in computer skills is essential, enabling effective use of technology. The role requires the ability to respond to inquiries, concerns, and comments from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members using the most effective communication method, whether phone, text, social media, email, or chat. The candidate must be adept at solving practical problems with limited standardization and capable of interpreting various instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate competent management of activities within an assigned geographical territory in Michigan, including out-of-state recruitment opportunities as needed. Finally, the candidate must have a valid Michigan driver's license.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

At Baker College, we're on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President's vision is ambitious and dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. Join us in fostering a culture of inclusion, engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated.

The full position description is available for your review online - Regional Admissions Recruiter

ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution-it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go Further Together!

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TITLE IX NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Baker College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located in the Baker College Title IX Policy.

A bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Education, Counseling, or a related discipline is required, with bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills preferred. The candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication abilities and demonstrate exceptional customer service. Proficiency in computer skills is essential, enabling effective use of technology. The role requires the ability to respond to inquiries, concerns, and comments from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members using the most effective communication method, whether phone, text, social media, email, or chat. The candidate must be adept at solving practical problems with limited standardization and capable of interpreting various instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate competent management of activities within an assigned geographical territory in Michigan, including out-of-state recruitment opportunities as needed. Finally, the candidate must have a valid Michigan driver's license.