Admissions & Outreach Trainee

Job no: 551429
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Temporary, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Admissions & Outreach Trainee

Student Services Professional 1A

Priority Application Date: Wednesday, October 29th @ 11:55pm (Posting will remain open until filled)

Under the general supervision of the Director of Recruitment, Outreach, and Orientation, the Admissions & Outreach Trainee receives lead work direction from higher level SSPs to support advising prospective students, families, and the campus community on admissions requirements, the Sacramento State and CSU application process, student services on campus and other University related information.

This position represents Sacramento State to a variety of constituents and maintains positive relationships with school and counselors, and the general public.

This position functions in a Trainee capacity and will be under direct supervision in the advisement of students and admissions information sessions to prospective students and families on a one-on-one basis as well as in a group setting. This position will conduct established presentations and provide basic/general advisement to prospective students both in-person as well as virtual.

Provide one-on-one and group advising sessions to prospective students and families regarding admissions requirements and the Sacramento State and CSU application process. Conduct presentations both in-person and virtually to inform prospective students about admissions, financial aid, and housing processes. Build positive relationships with school counselors, families, and the campus community, representing Sacramento State accurately and professionally. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of admissions marketing messages and support outreach efforts to underserved and disadvantaged students.

• Ability to understand, embrace, and communicate Sacramento State marketing messages.
• Knowledge of recruiting and marketing.
• Knowledge of admissions, financial aid, and housing processes.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment and recognize multicultural, multisexed, and multi-aged value systems.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and standard software programs Zoom, Microsoft Office Suite, Chrome, Edge, Fire Fox, Safari, and various online academic resources (i.e., Cal State Apply , TES College Source, Assist, etc.).
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and a flexible schedule.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
• Must be able to complete frequent travel via personal vehicle with current registration and automobile insurance.
• Ability to frequently travel independently and timely.

• Experience recruiting students from various backgrounds towards higher education.
• Knowledge of Freshman and Transfer Admission Requirements in the California State University System.
• Experience working with diverse students: first generation and low-income student populations.
• Knowledge of Title 5 of California Administrative Code, Chancellor's Office Policies and Regulations, National Accreditation Policies, and Campus Requirements relative to Admission, Advanced Standing Credit Award and Academic Credit Policies.

Successful completion of a background check.

California State University, Sacramento is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.