Admissions Representative

Position Overview

More than perhaps any other factor, the degree to which a university attracts and retains qualified students determines the success or failure of that institution. The Enrollment Management division is a key player in this activity and has a profound effect on the institution’s success. Enrollment Management (EM) includes the following functional units:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate Enrollment Management, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Office of the University Registrar, Student Lifecycle Technology, Enrollment Marketing Communications, and Enrollment Management Services. The division is committed to developing a data-informed, forward-looking, comprehensive enrollment strategy that enables the institution to pursue strategic goals in an integrated and intentional manner.

The Office of Admissions reports to the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management which includes the following functional units:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Student Lifecycle Technology, Office of the University Registrar, Enrollment Marketing and Communications, and Graduate Admissions. Enrollment Management is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive work environment.

A key member of the admissions team, the Wichita Regional Admissions Representative must have a passion for the University of Kansas, be highly-motivated, goal-oriented and have the ability to articulate the values and objectives of the University of Kansas to attract, recruit, admit and enroll a high quality student population to meet the enrollment goals of KU. The admissions team is highly trained in university information and recruitment tactics to provide the highest level of service and understanding of students from various backgrounds, interests and experiences.

The Admissions Representative position is a combination of people facing responsibilities as well as effectively managing administrative tasks. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Freshmen Recruitment who seeks to expand a cohesive, collaborative, and productive team.

Duties include communicating daily and building relationships both in person and virtually with prospective students and families and school counselors, managing correspondence, coordinating on- and off-campus recruitment responsibilities, and organizing a travel schedule. Admissions representatives are responsible for interpreting data to tailor outreach efforts to students in assigned territories to elevate KU’s market position and profile. Extensive travel may be required within the representative’s recruitment territories.

Some evening and weekend work is required.

The University of Kansas offers generous time off, retirement matching, medical/dental/vision coverage, wellness incentives, and tuition reimbursement.

This is a remote position that requires occasional on-campus recruiting. Applicants must be located in the Wichita area or be willing to relocate prior to the start date.

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states:
California, Delaware, Idaho & Minnesota. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.

• Utilizes in-person and digital strategies to recruit prospective students in a defined territory, meeting and exceeding goals when opportunities exist.
• Analyzes data and past productivity to devise, implement, and assess recruitment plans and strategies in the assigned territory, including visiting high schools, attending college fairs, area receptions, and events.
• Uses institutional recruitment philosophy to communicate KU academic programs, processes, and services to a wide range of prospective students and families.
• Advise students and families of admission and scholarship requirements and/or transfer guidelines.
• Manages multiple communication channels and provides timely responses with prospective students and families, i.e., manages personal…