Job Description

Full-time

Description

LOCATION

This position is fully on-site and requires a regular presence in Fort Smith Arkansas. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position.

JOB SUMMARY

The ARCOM Admissions Recruiter is responsible for recruiting applicants to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and MS Biomedicine (MSB) programs. Recruitment will take place locally across the state regionally and occasionally nationwide through both in-person and virtual channels. Activities include delivering presentations to pre-medical classes clubs and faculty members; attending graduate and professional school fairs; and hosting prospective students on campus. This role requires frequent travel using a personal vehicle and occasional evening and weekend commitments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Travel within and beyond assigned territories to deliver presentations host campus tours and represent ARCOM at recruitment events such as graduate/professional school fairs.
• Provide support at recruitment events in other territories as needed.
• In consultation with the admissions director and Senior ARCOM Admissions Recruiter identify plan and prioritize recruitment opportunities that yield well-qualified applicants aligned with ARCOMs mission.
• Develop creative innovative recruitment methods to attract students who will thrive in the DO and MSB programs.
• Manage the recruitment calendar and travel in a fiscally responsible manner using professional judgment to determine the most impactful events and locations.
• Advise prospective applicants on admissions requirements and provide individualized guidance.
• Design and deliver presentations graphics and promotional materials to represent ARCOM effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of campus visits events tours and prospective student engagement.
• Oversee the ARCOM admissions inbox and respond to inquiries in a timely professional manner.
• Support the admissions process by assisting with applicant interviews new student orientation and other recruitment or admissions events.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with undergraduate and graduate institutions faculty and pre-health advisors in ARCOMs service area.
• Remain knowledgeable about all ACHE degree programs to effectively respond to inquiries about multiple programs.
• Assist with day-to-day admissions functions and provide occasional coverage for the lobby receptionist desk.
• Regularly utilize the student information system CRM and related admissions technologies.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues supervisors and other departments as a supportive team member.
• Demonstrate professionalism ethical conduct and FERPA compliance in all admissions- related activities.
• Serve on committees participate in professional organizations and contribute to ACHEs mission through service and community engagement.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Admissions or their designee.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience presenting to groups using PowerPoint or other presentation software
• Experience in recruitment marketing public relations or sales

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• 2 years experience presenting to groups using PowerPoint or other presentation software.
• 2 years working at a health professions or medical school.
• Experience in admissions recruitment marketing public relations event planning education related or health related sales or other higher educational fields.

Required knowledge skills and abilities

• Ability to plan and manage a cost-effective travel schedule that maximizes student recruitment results.
• Ability to travel independently including booking and staying in hotels (must meet Arkansas state requirement of being at least 21 years of age).
• Creativity and flexibility in developing and adapting recruitment strategies and processes.
• Proficiency in handling financial transactions managing spreadsheets and maintaining inventories.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and provide excellent service to employees students and guests.
• Professionalism and the ability to represent ACHE positively as the first point of contact.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn new software systems.
• Ability to follow instructions adapt to feedback and continually improve processes.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension
ACHE is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate regarding applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the college.

• Ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
• Ability to understand oral and written information using the English language and organize thoughts and ideas into effective forms of communication.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of ACHE to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason analyze information and events and apply judgement in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• Expertise in negotiation.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• May be exposed to short intermittent and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include but not limited to pens pencils calculators computer keyboards telephone etc.
• May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices conference rooms and on occasion to off-campus sites to attend meetings conferences workshops seminars etc.
• May require significant travel or work away from campus using personal vehicle.
• Requires attendance at events representing ACHE both within and outside of the College setting.
• Frequently required to work at a desk conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
• Frequently required to see for purposes of reading matter.
• Frequently required to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
• Occasionally required to lift items in a normal office environment.
• Frequently required to operate office and presentation equipment.

If you need assistance in the application process because of a disability or any other reason please contact Vicki Broadaway Vice President of Human Resources at 479.308.2287 or

Arkansas Colleges of Health Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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