Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions

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GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

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Job Title Admissions Representative, Undergraduate Admissions Job Grade AS15S Division Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success College/Dept Undergraduate Admissions Department UGAdmissions Requisition Number 2026-00321 FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.00 Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm. - Due to travel and need for consistent follow-up with students and families, this position often requires over 40 hours per week, as well as night and weekend work. Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? No Pay Information $40,000 - $42,000/Year Pay Schedule Annually FLSA Designation Exempt Position Summary

We are hiring an Undergraduate Admissions Representative to join our Undergraduate Admissions team. This position is responsible for managing a territory and recruiting students throughout the admissions process. This includes traveling to college fairs, high school visits, and regional presentations to build leads. The Representative should maintain contact with students and families throughout the application and admission process. This includes actively calling and messaging to gauge interest and assist in enrolling prospective students. Representatives must maintain a connection with other constituents in the assigned territory, including High School Counselors. Representatives will develop public presentations designed to promote the institution. Presentations may range in size from a single student to a large audience.

• Community Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, schools, and key stakeholders to expand awareness of educational opportunities at UNO. Proactively engage with prospective students and their families through outreach events, presentations, and collaborations that foster a welcoming and supportive pathway to higher education.
• Recruitment Territory Management: Manage a designated recruitment territory by establishing and maintaining relationships within the community to achieve enrollment objectives. Engage with key stakeholders, schools, and organizations to expand awareness of UNO's academic programs.
• Increased Time and Event Commitment: Dedicate additional time to community-based events, outreach activities, and recruitment efforts beyond the standard admissions role. Participate in extended engagement opportunities to strengthen connections with prospective students and families.
• Outreach Strategy Development: Assist in the creation and execution of outreach strategies that effectively connect with prospective students, families, and community partners. Identify opportunities for meaningful engagement to enhance awareness of UNO's offerings.
• Progress Tracking: Maintain detailed records of outreach activities and recruitment initiatives, systematically tracking progress toward enrollment goals. Ensure data accuracy and transparency in reporting.
• University Ambassador: Represent the University of Nebraska at Omaha as a knowledgeable and welcoming resource for prospective students and their families. Foster strong personal connections and convey the institution's academic and student life opportunities.
• Admissions Data Management: Manage admissions data for students in the assigned region, ensuring a smooth application and enrollment process. Direct students to appropriate resources and support services as needed.
• External Partnerships: Build and sustain relationships with schools, community organizations, and partners involved in collaborative agreements. Strengthen engagement efforts to support students to higher education.
• Recruitment Strategies: Execute recruitment strategies that align with university enrollment goals, focusing on expanding awareness and access to UNO's academic programs and student support services.
• Goal-Driven Territory Management: Oversee recruitment efforts within the assigned territory, working towards annual enrollment targets in alignment with institutional goals and outreach initiatives.
• Community Liaison: Act as a bridge between the university and the community, engaging alumni and local leaders in the recruitment process. Foster partnerships with organizations invested in student success.
• Compliance and Support: Adhere to university policies and procedures regarding travel, recruitment events, and outreach activities, ensuring consistency with institutional standards.
• Institutional Goals: Contribute to the overall objectives of the Admissions Office by supporting university-wide enrollment and student success initiatives.

Job Duties

Responsibility Area: Represent the University / Provide Advising Services\ Duties:

Represent the University of Nebraska at Omaha at corporate visits/events, college fairs, community events, and other off campus recruitment events. Communicate the necessary information, program opportunities, and scholarship and financial aid information to prospective students, both first time and transfer students. The admissions representative will carry out the specific strategy, and in collaboration with the team, determine a marketing approach for the particular assigned region to increase the number of students in programs best designed for them at the University. Whether in person, through electronic communication, or the phone, the Admissions Representative will provide expanded advising to prospective students and families who inquire about the admission requirements, how to apply or transfer to UNO, their admission status, residency or special tuition reduction programs, and documents required for admission. Must be completely aware of University Admission Requirements as well as have a strong overall understanding of the University. While observing FERPA privacy laws, the admission representative will answer questions regarding admissions and direct customers to the appropriate person or office on campus. Customers may be students, families, or other departments.

Percentage Of Time 45 Essential Function: Yes Responsibility Area: Manage Assigned Territory Duties:

The Admissions Representative will be assigned a specific territory. They are responsible for complete management of their territory to achieve annual recruitment goals through the administrative CRM system, telecounseling and travel. The Admissions Representative will implement the established strategies, objectives and goals to achieve their specific recruitment goals within their assigned area.

Percentage Of Time 30 Essential Function: Yes Responsibility Area: Presentations and Information Sessions Duties:

Create presentations and conduct information sessions to groups on and off campus. Provide guidance, communication, promotional information, and assistance to these

prospective students, families, alumni, and other individuals or agencies that are associated with the recruitment process.

Percentage Of Time 15 Essential Function: Yes Responsibility Area: Serve as Liaison Duties:

The Admissions Representative will also serve as liaison to the University's faculty, community agencies, counselors, advisors, and other professional staff who are involved in the recruitment process.

Percentage Of Time 10 Essential Function: Yes

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor's degree

Required Experience Required License/Certification

Valid driver's license

Required Additional Qualifications: Preferred Education

Master's degree

Preferred Experience

• Prior admissions/Recruitment or related work experience
• Demonstrate self-direction and motivation
• Work individually, as well as in a team setting
• Interpersonal/human relations skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Knowledge of admission terminology and tests
• Basic research skills
• Sufficient knowledge of personal computer with various software programs
• Ability to learn and apply institutional policies and procedures
• Maintain and adhere to set schedules
• Willingness to travel/drive and work on weekends and nights
• Ability to handle stress due to travel
• Communicate well with prospective students, their parents and guidance counselors.
• Ability to present pertinent information on the University of Nebraska, Omaha and the college selection process to both large and small groups.

Preferred License/Certification Preferred Additional Qualifications:

Compliance Requirements

Credit Check No Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check Yes Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment No Drug Screen No

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• • What is the highest level of education you have attained?

• none

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate (PhD, MD,EdD, JD etc)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents