Senior Regional Advisor; Houston

What we want

Are you ready to make a significant impact on the future of Texas A&M? Join our Undergraduate Recruitment team as a Senior Regional Advisor
!

In this dynamic role, you'll spearhead innovative admission, financial aid, and early outreach strategies to attract and enroll talented students. You'll also mentor and train staff, leading key recruitment programs with your expertise. As a vital resource and support for our Assistant Directors, you'll provide leadership in managing and enhancing our recruitment and training initiatives. If you're passionate about shaping the next generation of Aggies, this is the opportunity for you!

Salary:$50,000.00 - $55,000.00/annually (Compensation commensurate to selected hire's experience)

Cover Letter & Resume:Acover letter and resume are strongly recommended

Position Details:This position is LOCATED IN HOUSTON, TEXAS
. The selected candidate must be capable of lifting or moving heavy weight boxes and traveling independently.
EXTENSIVE TRAVEL
will be required.
EVENINGS AND WEEKEND WORK
will be required.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Four years of experience in admissions, recruitment, advising, financial aid, or outreach

• Knowledge of financial aid programs and federal regulations relating to student financial aid
• Ability to work well with students and parents
• Ability to work well with student population

• Three or more years of direct experience within university recruitment/enrollment management
• A Class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Master’s degree
• Bilingual in Spanish
• More than four years of professional experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services related position
• Professional experience within TAMUS
• Customer service experience, particularly within higher education
• Working experience in admissions, recruitment, or financial aid
• Experience in producing reports of the analysis and evaluation of activities
• Participation in Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC) or Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO) programs or other professional organizations related to admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic project management and organizational practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practice and methods of admissions, marketing, and enrollment
• General knowledge of higher education institution general academic requirements and admission policies
• Proficiency in related student information systems such as Banner, AIS, Howdy, MOSES, SLATE, or TAMUDocs
• Ability to design, develop, conduct, and assess effective programs
• Ability to develop and conduct group presentations for various audiences
• Ability to work in an environment subject to regular interruptions, multi-tasking, and re-prioritizing potentially conflicting assignments
• Familiarity with the assigned territory as it relates to university admissions and recruitment

• Identify and recruit underserved students from designated high schools and regions
• Guide prospective students and parents through admissions, scholarships, and financial aid processes
• Coordinate with high school counselors and implement recruitment activities like campus visits, presentations, and workshops
• Manage program expenses and provide budget updates
• Organize and report on programs, including marketing, accommodations, and events
• Travel to high schools and community colleges for visits and presentations
• Distribute admissions information through various programs and visits
• Collaborate with external organizations on recruitment activities

• Coordinate with counselors to assist admitted students with next steps
• Provide information on pathways to admission, housing, orientation, and campus resources
• Advise students on financial aid options and make presentations on scholarships and financial aid…