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Job Summary:

The Admissions Coordinator will assist in all stages of the application process, from participating in off-campus and on-campus recruitment activities, to applicant interview days, and providing tours of ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ and Auburn University campuses.  They will give presentations; process admissions applicant files; update applicant statuses in admissions software; maintain organized and confidential applicant information, and interface with other departments within ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ. In addition, they will assist the Director of Admissions with all daily activities, special projects, and perform various administrative duties. This position is the front-line contact for admissions of ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ- Auburn and as such the candidate must be a superior communicator. 

Salary Range:  $40,000 - $45,000

Required Qualifications: 

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree required.
• Licensure or certification: Valid driver’s license.
• Experience:

1. Superior communication skills – needs to make presentations, communicate face- to-face, via telephone, and in written forms with prospective students, current students, staff, faculty, and other constituencies in a professional and respectful manner
2. Highly organized and detail orientated
3. Ability to interact with and develop strong relationships with a variety of individuals, groups, and institutions
4. Ability to maintain a positive and fresh approach and attitude
5. Commitment to confidentiality
6. Willingness to attend special events as needed (on and off campus) for recruitment of new students or obtain continuing education
7. Computer proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, basic design software, and the ability to learn new computer programs as needed
8. Flexibility and willing to perform multiple tasks as they arise
9. Ability to problem solve, think and act quickly
10. Ability to work in an environment with multiple daily interruptions.
11. Previous recruitment experience preferred. 

Skills required for this position:

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
  • Strong team player
  • Commitment to ³Ô¹Ï±¬ÁÏ and the division’s values
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile
  • Self-starter

Preferences are given to candidates with experience in higher education or other professional/service environment; presentation skills.

Successful candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check.

Regular, reliable or predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.