Summary & Qualifications:

Summary
This position provides student recruitment and advising services to the Admissions Office and Nursing Department. This position reports to the Admissions Office and supports Nursing Department efforts. Duties include coordinating with the admissions staff and the nursing department to increase successful enrollment in and completion of academic programs in the nursing department and supporting NMC nursing graduates in their pursuit of baccalaureate completion. This individual will be responsible for providing guidance to pre-nursing students in preparation for the secondary nursing application and admission process and career paths following completion. This position also provides academic advising to nursing students upon admission to their respective programs through completion. This individual will serve as a liaison between the Admissions Office, Nursing Department and Advising Center.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (Required)
Minimum 1 year of related experience (Required)
Proven Experience using Microsoft Office software (e.g. Microsoft Word®, Excel®, Power Point®) (Required)
Personal motor vehicle for use during working hours (Required)
Valid, unrestricted Michigan Driver's License or ability to obtain by start date (Required)
College admissions experience (Preferred)
Degree in Nursing (Preferred)

Essential Responsibilities

(Critical) Knowledge in the field of nursing education.
(Critical) Provides academic advising for nursing students and provides academic and career guidance to pre-nursing students to increase successful matriculation into and completion of nursing programs.
(Critical) Coordinates with Admissions Office to network, meet with, and present to groups of stakeholder and prospective students.
(Critical) Advises applicants and prospective students about the admissions and secondary nursing application process.
(Critical) Supports the admissions department by attending recruiting events, answering telephone calls, and following up with prospective students through mailings, email communication, social media, site visits, and phone calls.
(Critical) Processes inquiry and pre-admission paperwork and works to facilitate progress in the process from inquiry to enrollment.
(Critical) Supports applicant progress in the process from inquiry to enrollment.
(Critical) Assures all information is handled confidentially and ethically.
(Critical) Coordinates with the admissions department to connect with area businesses and industry to identify interested individuals to enroll.
(Critical) Supports on campus events and tours, serves as a representative at college visitations, career fairs, community and other events, and ensures that a positive image is projected to students and the public.
(Critical) Supports admissions initiatives, policies and procedures for services provided to prospective students.
(Critical) Prepares admissions data and reports as requested by DON.
(Critical) Provides input to budget preparation regarding programmed recruiting and admissions events.
(Critical) Participates in new student orientations.
(Critical) Assists in coordinating special activities, events and conferences.
(Critical) Responds to all inquiries for information via telephone, in person, mail, or internet.

Work Environment

Lifting Activities
Most frequently lifted object: under 10 lbs. lifted to waist level; carried 1-9 feet (Several times per day)
Heaviest object lifted: 20-29 lbs. lifted waist level; carried 10-19 feet (Occasionally)

Non-lifting Repetitive Activities
Arm Movement (Several times per day)
Bending (Occasionally)
Crouching (Occasionally)
Gripping (Several times per day)
Sitting (Continuously)
Squatting (Occasionally)
Standing (Several times per day)
Talking (Continuously)
Typing (Several times per day)
Walking (Several times per day)
Writing (Several times per day)

Other Physical Demands
Extended work hours
Irregular working hours
Prolonged visual work
Travel (25-49%)

Mental Demands
Complicated Planning
Exercising Independent Judgment
Minimal Guidance or Direction
Performing Multiple Functions/Activities Persuading Others
Rapid Decision Making

Other Challenges
Heavy work volume
Precise accuracy requirements
Production deadlines
Productivity quotas
Protecting the physical safety of others
Safeguarding organization assets and property

Additional Information

Temporary Grant Funded position through December 31, 2026. Note: This position is hired through a third-party staffing agency, “Edustaff”. Therefore, if selected, you will also need to fulfill the onboarding requirements of Edustaff. Benefits will be managed and administered through Edustaff.

Northwestern Michigan College

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