Recruiting Admission Specialist

Overview

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams has embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Memorial College School of Nursing
, 8550 Magellan Pkwy, Ste. 1100, Richmond, VA 23227

Hours are 8am-4:30 with the option of working two days remote.

The Higher Education Institutions (HEI) Admission Specialist works as part of a team to recruit, analyze, plan, and implement the admissions process for the Office of Admissions. The admission specialist has direct contact with prospective students through the admission and application process, providing insight and support at each step of the process.

• Represent and articulate the mission and values of Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing to prospective undergraduate students while maintaining superior customer service.
• Effectively communicate information about RHEI programs on‑campus, to prospective students, parents, Bon Secours Hospitals, facilities and other individuals or organizations.
• Employ excellent interpersonal communication skills, persuasive and negotiation skills, strong professional writing, public speaking/presentation skills and have the ability to successfully cultivate collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, and professional colleagues.
• Manage, track, and review applications through the entire process – from application open to application close, and assist with the application decision process.
• Respond to all new inquiries in a timely manner and maintain consistent communication with all students throughout the admission process.
• Conduct virtual (telephone and Zoom) informal conversations to qualify prospective students on their educational goals and interests, explaining available academic tracks, advising them on admission requirements, and ensuring that all admission paperwork is completed properly.
• Assist with planning and implementation of enrollment activities for prospective students including new student onboarding communication and events.
• Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the College.
• Collaborate with the Office of Registration and Record to review transcripts and process applications.
• Provide one‑on‑one admissions counseling to diverse populations.
• Make recommendations concerning admissions, while appropriately adhering to all policies and procedures.
• Produce accurate applicant and inquiry reports, including forecasts, on a regular basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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High School Diploma or GED (required)

Bachelor's Degree in Admissions, Advising, Higher Education (preferred)

Higher education experience, with a focus in admissions.

Familiar with online student populations.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours, please email  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at