Admission Representative

Applications are being accepted for the position of admission representative. This is a full-time position providing counseling and sharing college information with prospective students and parents. This position conducts student interviews on and off-campus, visits high schools, makes group presentations about the college, and attends college fairs; develops a recruitment plan with a focus on diversity recruitment; analyzes, reviews, and makes recommendations on student admission and scholarship applications; organizes and coordinates alumni support teams in assigned market areas; reviews and analyzes data for planning purposes and participates in the development of the college's marketing and recruitment plan; participates as a team member in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and admission of students in a goal-oriented setting.

Because Cornell College values diversity and strives to create a welcoming community in which all individuals are respected and included, the entire campus community is called upon to engage in dialogue around issues of difference, identity, and ideology. The college is committed to fostering a faculty and staff community that reflects our diverse student body. We encourage applications from candidates who share our vision for a campus that embraces differing backgrounds, viewpoints, and identities, and who will excel at mentoring students who are broadly diverse. (See our diversity statement here.)

About Cornell College

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning. Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required, preferably from a private liberal arts college. Work experience in a related field is preferred but not required. Foreign language skills, specifically Spanish, are preferred but not required.

The college seeks candidates who would be committed to supporting a creative, dynamic, and diverse workplace that celebrates the uniqueness of our students and fellow colleagues. Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable to drive.

Work Location & Conditions

Extensive travel required for three to four months of the year (particularly in the fall and spring).  Periodic weekend work throughout the academic year, along with ongoing weekend and evening telemarketing projects are expected.  All requirements are subject to change over time, with possible modifications made to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. The position is expected to work in person on campus in Mount Vernon. 

Cornell College offers a fantastic benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, HSA & FSA accounts, a TIAA 403(b) retirement account, and tuition remission and exchange for employees and dependents. We also offer life insurance, disability insurance, travel insurance, and accident insurance. And, all full-time staff begin with a 4-week vacation accrual along with 14.5 paid holidays in a year.  The hiring pay range for the position is $18 - $20 per hour. 

Application Process

The position will remain open until filled. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three references through Cornell's online application system.

Cornell is an AA/EO employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke Free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check.

Salary : $18 - $20