Enrollment Specialist

Mission Driven, Community Focused About | Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (cdrewu.edu)

Charles R. Drew University is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of south Los Angeles and was founded in 1966 in the wake of the Watts uprising. CDU was founded to address inadequate medical care in the region and to provide equitable medical education opportunities for underrepresented students.

CDU is strongly invested in the local and regional community. The university leads multiple partnerships and programs to provide equitable healthcare resources in a variety of south Los Angeles neighborhoods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate with applicants received from various application systems to confirm receipt of the application & supporting materials
• Ensure application records and student data are accurately transferring into Slate in a timely manner for their assigned programs
• Works closely with prospective students to complete their program application
• Collaborates with academic programs to complete files for review and release admission decisions
• Facilitate prospective student Info sessions
• Complete reporting related to enrollment goals, admissions decisions, melt, and enrollment projections based on the admissions funnel
• Visit colleges and attend recruitment events during peak season to help with recruitment efforts
• Arrange visits and tours for prospective students and parents to visit CDU throughout the year
• Serves as the point person for assigned programs
• Presents information about the benefits of education from CDU
• Audits student data and conducts statistical research to enhance recruitment and judge recruitment effectiveness
• DSO/SEVP duties as assigned
• Compile and track enrollment data for your assigned programs

Counseling

• Provides program counseling, planning, and advising to potential students utilizing specific knowledge gained of the university colleges, educational programs, and degrees
• Communicates with prospective students, parents, and community through in-person appointments, telephone, email, and other tools.
• Must keep informed of new programs and developments within the University to give the most up-to-date information to prospective students

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as an admissions resource for prospective students
• To liaise with administrative and academic colleagues at all levels within the
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

EDUCATION:

• Regionally accredited Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent of combined education. Master’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 2-3 years of admissions experience
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a team
• Strong cross-cultural, interpersonal, and writing skills are necessary, including public speaking skills and the ability to represent the University in a positive way to diverse populations
• Ability to represent the admissions profession positively through a strong, student-centered ethic
• Experience coordinating programs

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY/SKILLS:

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply CDU policies and procedures in furtherance of recruitment and admissions
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Organizing and coordinating skills
• Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certification, and/or curriculum/graduation requirements
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Ability to plan and evaluate programs
• Program planning and implementation skills
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues
• Skill in the configuration and use of computerized database programs
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and complete growth-oriented goals
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to administrative support staff and/or students

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must possess excellent computer skills and be proficient in MS Windows, Word, Excel, etc.
• Some experience with database software tools such as Slate CRM, SEVP, PowerCampus, etc.

Compensation:

Salary: $70,304

Status:

Full Time - Exempt

COMPLEXITY:

• The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position is on-site unless specific authorization from the manager.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Variable work environments including non-traditional service May work in cramped, crowded quarters. Drives personal vehicle for business purposes.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequent work on a variety of unrelated Constant calculating interrupted work, work on a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license within thirty days or hire, is required for this
• Ability to travel to remote locations, by vehicle or air locally, statewide and/or out of state, and to load and transport recruitment materials, displays, and other
• Some evening and weekend hours required, especially during recruitment
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.
• COVID-19 Vaccination: As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. Accordingly, CDU will require COVID-19 vaccinations for all University students, faculty, and staff subject to limited exceptions and exemptions. The University vaccine requirement has been implemented consistent with federal, state, and local laws related to medical exemptions for students, faculty, and staff. Requests for disability and religious accommodations from faculty and staff will be evaluated consistent with the law and University policies and procedures.

EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.

Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.