Job Description
Campus OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email Kenzie Kepple, kenzie.kepple@okstate.edu
Work Schedule Work schedule may extend beyond regular office hours of 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, as needed, to complete assignments.
Appointment Length Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range $19.25 - $28.00 Hourly (contingent upon available funding)
Special Instructions to Applicants A cover letter, resume and list of three professional references is required for full consideration.
About this Position Remote position based in the Oklahoma City metro area recruiting for the Oklahoma State University main campus in Stillwater.
Serve, promote, and represent the University by being the primary point of contact for prospective students, families, and counselors.
Discuss policies/procedures required for admission, housing, scholarships/financial aid with prospective students, families, and counselors. Proactively anticipate student needs and respond appropriately.
Conduct trend analysis for an assigned territory; formulate action plans based on analysis. Work in conjunction with recruitment staff and leadership to integrate the results of analysis and planning into the University's overall enrollment plan.
Demonstrate self-direction, creativity, and strategic thinking in prospect development, yield enhancement activities, information services, and problem resolution. Determine strategies for effective outreach for assigned territory; develop and initiate communication/activities to accomplish enrollment goals, including but not limited to outreach via email, telephone, and visits.
Make presentations to large and small groups of prospective students/families, on and off-campus, about the opportunities available at OSU.
Assist with daily office operations including answering phones, responding to emails, greeting, and providing counsel to prospective students, families, and guests to meet our customer service goals.
Participate in the development and execution of on and off-campus recruitment, conversion, and yield activities/events designed to market Oklahoma State University to prospective freshman (and transfer) students.
An essential function of this position is to maintain a personalized public presence in a wide range of environments such as high schools, college fairs, and community locations, among others. This may include and is not limited to the publication and broadcast of full name, work contact information, and time, date, and/or location of recruitment activity.
Travel (in-state and out-of-state) away from campus and/or regional office multiple times per month with the duration ranging from 1 to 12 days. Overnight stays are often required depending on the time of year.
This position will require the ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
This position is fully remote in the Oklahoma City, OK, area with the exception of consistent visits to area high schools and college fairs, meetings with prospective student families, designated on-campus events in Stillwater and any other duties assigned that may require in-person attendance. However, any offer is contingent upon approval by University Human Resources in consideration of OSU policies, labor laws, and suitability to the work of the position/department. If remote work is approved, employee may not have an office on campus. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree conferred prior to or upon start date.
- Admissions Counselor I: One year related experience Admissions Counselor II: Two years related experience Senior Admissions Counselor I: Three years related experience
- Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Valid Driver's License required
- Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: This job requires a high level of internal and external public contact serving as a liaison between the Admissions Office, various academic units and other organizations within the university. Strong written, verbal communication and technical skills are necessary. Knowledge of MS applications.
Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree conferred prior to or upon start date.
- Three years related experience.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Work at office, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Night shift