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Admissions Advisor

Gnomon

Admissions Advisor

Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION: ADMISSIONS ADVISOR  

    IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: ADMISSIONS MANAGER

    Revised: 11/01/2021

    The Admissions Advisor is responsible for the general recruitment of qualified candidates for the school’s academic programs, which includes providing basic information, artistic feedback, and guidance to potential students on matters related to enrollment and the admissions process. Areas of core competencies include, but are not limited to; knowledge of admissions protocols, advising, administration, critical thinking, and a high degree of sensitivity to the needs of those contacting the Office. Required soft-skills include, but are not limited to; effective organization, self-motivated, adaptable, efficient time management, and strong interpersonal communication skills. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt (hourly)

    Schedule: Full-Time

    Direct Reports: No

    Essential Functions, but not limited to the following:

    • Take inquiry calls from all potential students interested in knowing or receiving information about the programs—including entrance requirements, curricula, and academic standards—and encourage qualified prospects to schedule an appointment for an interview.
    • Schedule and conduct student interviews.
    • Return web inquiries and calls promptly to all potential students and give accurate information about the programs, including entrance requirements, curricula, and academic standards.
    • Make outbound phone calls to potential students that have expressed interest in attending the institution.
    • Follow up with interviews that did not progress in the enrollment process and dropped/cancelled students to resolve any issues or address concerns.
    • Support and encourage students who have applied and/or enrolled about their decision to further their education through a series of scheduled follow‐up activities.
    • Accurately account for all inquiries and the admissions activity associated with all inquiries within the student database.
    • Accurately portray Gnomon’s educational programs to all prospects with professionalism and integrity.
    • Schedule and conduct campus tours to prospective students, their families, and other guests, as needed.
    • Maintain job knowledge by attending workshops and/or participating in professional development.
    • Maintain a high level of confidentiality, ethics and integrity.  
    • Conduct all activities in accordance with the highest ethical standards.
    • Adhere to all state, and federal accreditation and school rules and regulations regarding student recruitment.  
    • Additional related duties may be assigned, as needed by the supervisor or department
    • Continuously uphold Gnomon’s Mission Statement:

    Gnomon specializes in computer graphics education for careers in the entertainment industry.

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

    • Bachelor’s degree required; Art degree preferred
    • 2-4 years of experience in an administrative role/office environment, preferably in an academic setting required
    • Background in art, design, or 3D computer graphics is required
    • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Word, Adobe, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint required

    Competencies:

    • Demonstrate personal integrity and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact successfully with a diverse constituency, including vendors, students, families, faculty, and staff.
    • Must work well under pressure and be able to manage working on multiple projects under strict deadlines.
    • Extreme attention to detail, including top-notch organizing and multitasking skills, handle multiple projects and prioritize accordingly.  
    • Appropriately handle, sort, file confidential and sensitive information, and locate, gather, synthesize, and interpret complex information.
    • Demonstrate a positive, collaborative attitude and strong work ethic.
    • Integrate new knowledge from a variety of sources with previous knowledge.
    • Read, write legibly, proofread, and follow written and oral instructions in English. Communicate clearly, effectively, and respectfully in writing and orally.
    • Strong personal accountability, problem solving and time management skills

    EEO Statement:

    Gnomon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Gnomon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and gender expression, religion, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship and/or immigration status, credit report or credit information, prior non-conviction arrest record, political activities or affiliations, child or spousal support withholding, domestic violence status, denial of family or medical care leave, lawful conduct occurring during nonworking hours away from the employer’s premises, and any other protected class, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Discriminatory, harassing, or retaliatory behavior is strictly prohibited.