Part-time Florida Admissions Representative

Job title: Part-time Florida Admissions Representative in Centre County, PA at Pennsylvania State University
Company: Pennsylvania State University
Job description: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSPenn State, one of the top public universities in the country with almost 75,000 undergraduates and more than 788,000 alumni across the world, is seeking a Part-Time Admissions Representative to support the Undergraduate Admissions Office in Florida.The Part-Time Admissions Representative position will be responsible for attending and representing Penn State Undergraduate Admissions at college fairs and high schools in their area. Ideal candidates will provide outstanding customer service to prospective students and families and serve as a friendly source of information for those interested in attending any Penn State undergraduate campus. This role will report to the Assistant Director of Recruitment and work collaboratively with the regional admissions counselor for the area, other admission colleagues, and local alumni clubs and volunteers to provide the highest quality recruitment and customer service to assist Penn State with achieving its enrollment goals.Position ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate closely with the Undergraduate Admissions team and support recruitment efforts that help achieve the goals and strategies outlined by the Admissions Office.
• Be knowledgeable in all areas related to the admissions process at Penn State, which includes being able to share information about Penn State campuses, 275 academic programs, and the application and enrollment process.
• Work in a front-facing capacity to recruit prospective students and families via in-person or virtual high school visits and in-person college fairs. High school visits take place during the school day, while college fairs take place during the school day, at night, and on the weekend, so after hours and weekend work are a requirement of the position.
• Be willing to assist Penn State Admissions Counselors or the Undergraduate Admissions Office with other events or special projects as needed.
• Commit to working recruitment events that typically run from September through November in the fall and February through June in the spring. During heavy recruitment season, representatives will average approximately 10-15 hours of work a week.
• Be flexible with the schedule --- while fall and spring offer more hours, this position requires minimal work over the winter and summer months, but it does include training over those periods to prepare for upcoming recruitment. Travel to the University Park campus could be a possibility in the summer months.

QualificationsCandidates for this position should also:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree.
• Be a people-person, which includes possessing excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills and a strong ability and desire to connect with prospective students and families.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills to effectively communicate with prospective students and their families about the admissions process and their options.
• Have a strong work ethic, as well as a passion for helping students find their perfect college fit (even if it isn’t Penn State!)
• Excel in an environment where they work independently by being accountable and require little supervision.
• Have strong technical skills and understand the value of utilizing technology to effectively perform job functions.
• Be able to travel to required high schools and other locations, pack and carry supplies and materials, as well as stand for up to 3 hours at events.
• Be able to operate a motor vehicle, have a valid driver's license, and successfully complete a motor vehicle records check and standard background checks.

Salary $20.00/hourBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
Expected salary: $20 per hour
Location: Centre County, PA
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