Admissions Advisor

Overview

The Admissions Advisor (AA) is considered both a career counselor and initial assessor of student appropriateness for Gurnick Academy programs. The AA is the primary screen for student acceptance through a combination of tools including interviewing, initial competency test scores, review of experience, and review of prior academic requirements. The AA will require knowledge of each program at their campus and be prepared to counsel prospective students on the viability of the program for the student, ensuring the student s stated goals align with the career opportunities presented by the program.

The AA will monitor students enrolled during the pre-requisite course and the first 30 days of the program to support the student through the transition and, if necessary, revisit the initial goals and personal circumstances of the student.

• Review and call all web inquiries and call-ins
• Set appointments and tours with prospective students
• Interview candidates to understand motive, appropriateness of program for their career objectives, personal ability to manage the program and their existing life circumstances
• Educate candidates on the nature of the program and its academic demands
• Clearly communicate program requirements, academic requirements, and documentation needs
• Provide results to candidates one on one for feedback and coaching
• Complete application form with students
• Update pipeline status of candidates as they move through from introduction/information to enrollment stages of the admissions process
• Prepare student enrollment report for discussion at weekly campus meeting
• Attend weekly staff meetings as directed by the Campus Director
• Participate in community functions and career days
• Participate in campus graduation ceremonies (see graduation procedure)
• Actively seek out and participate in ongoing admissions best practices
• Assigned duties as required by their direct manager

The Admissions Advisor should possess/interpret knowledge of program content, be able to assess student suitability, and support students through early program transition. The role requires strong communication, organizational, and counseling skills to align student goals with program outcomes.

Salary: $24 - $28 an hour