What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Visit Coordinator position at University of Nebraska at Kearney?
Brief Summary of Job Description
Are you passionate about showcasing UNK and helping prospective students find their place in the herd? An enthusiastic, organized, and detail-oriented Campus Visit Coordinator is needed on the undergraduate admissions team. This role is key to making our visitors feel welcome, informed, and excited about joining the Loper family. The campus visit coordinator plans, organizes and manages systems and staff for individual and group tours, events and experiences. The visit coordinator also supports engagement in activities to generate enrollment and helps connect Admissions Recruiters with prospective students and influencers to increase applications through strategic outreach. This position requires the ability to maintain flexibility while working in a dynamic and fast-paced complex scheduling environment. Trains and supervises students who are engaged in the visit and experience process.
Job Duties
Organize and oversee daily campus tours, creating a personalized experience to all prospective students and their guests. Lead planning and execution of larger group visits for schools, organizations, and community groups. Welcome visitors through personal interactions and facilitate tour kick-off.
Manage the on-boarding and training of UNK students assisting in admissions events (tour guides, panelists, etc.) on or off-campus in collaboration with other Admissions staff and campus partners. Assign duties, arrange for student development opportunities throughout the recruitment cycle, and provide ongoing evaluation and assessment. Create camaraderie in the student team that fosters reliability and engagement with prospective students on their journey to UNK.
Develop, implement, and optimize pre-visit communication and engagement processes. Coordinate emails and materials that introduce visitors to campus, set expectations for their visit, and build anticipation about the Loper experience.
Gather and analyze post-visit surveys and feedback to evaluate the success of campus visit programs. Track key metrics, identify areas for improvement, and provide regular reports to support recruitment efforts.
Work with the Assistant Director for Enrollment Experiences, and academic and student affairs departments, to gather engaging, up-to-date messages and stories that highlight the best of the UNK experience. Ensure the information shared in presentations and during tours is accurate, relevant, and refreshed throughout the year.
Manage the on-boarding and training of UNK students assisting in admissions events (tour guides, panelists, etc.) on or off-campus in collaboration with other Admissions staff and campus partners. Assign duties, arrange for student development opportunities throughout the recruitment cycle, and provide ongoing evaluation and assessment. Create camaraderie in the student team that fosters reliability and engagement with prospective students on their journey to UNK.
Develop, implement, and optimize pre-visit communication and engagement processes. Coordinate emails and materials that introduce visitors to campus, set expectations for their visit, and build anticipation about the Loper experience.
Gather and analyze post-visit surveys and feedback to evaluate the success of campus visit programs. Track key metrics, identify areas for improvement, and provide regular reports to support recruitment efforts.
Work with the Assistant Director for Enrollment Experiences, and academic and student affairs departments, to gather engaging, up-to-date messages and stories that highlight the best of the UNK experience. Ensure the information shared in presentations and during tours is accurate, relevant, and refreshed throughout the year.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree. Two years experience in event planning, customer service, sales, marketing or related areas. Ability to independently manage multiple projects and creatively problem-solve. Experience with data management including entering, reporting and tracking data. Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with and support students’ professional development.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer supervisory experience. Prefer experience in higher education, admissions or recruitment. Prefer experience working within a CRM or similar customer communication data system.
Physical Demands
Schedule
8-5 M-F with occasion evening and weekends during peak times
Desired Start Date
02/03/2025
Is this position temporary?
No
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicant
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S20240155P
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Application Review Date: Initial application review will begin on this date. Applications received prior to this date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
01/24/2025
For questions regarding the online application process, please contact:
308-865-8516 or employment@unk.edu
For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Jodi Holt @ holtj@unk.edu
Budget Information
Budget Summary
Benefits Eligible
100%
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 References
