Communication Skills, Computer Skills, English Language, Funding, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Marketing, Multitasking, OSF Distributed Computing Environment (DCE), Organizational Skills, People Management, Registrar, Sales, Sales Prospecting, Secondary School, Social Networking, Spanish Language, Spreadsheets, Student Financial Services, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Word Processing
The Dual Credit Enrollment (DCE) Specialist serves as the primary contact for prospective students, parents, and high school counselors interested in the DCE programs at Point University. This position is multifaceted, so the ability to multitask and perform in high-stress environments is required. Possessing leadership traits and taking initiative in project planning are must-haves to succeed in this position and in the work environment.
Essential Responsibilities
- Recruitment. Facilitating preview events to share the DCE program and its advantages for students. Visiting partnering and local high schools share information.
- Enrollment. Working with students to complete the necessary paperwork for the admission process.
- Registration. In partnership with the Office of the Registrar, registering students for coursework each semester.
- Funding. Connecting with students, parents, and high school counselors to complete necessary paperwork for state funding processes.
- Retention. Promoting traditional programs to current DCE students in an effort to retain them for undergraduate studies.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to provide the best service for students and partnerships.
- Attend and assist with orientation events and graduation ceremonies.
- Bachelor's Degree or commensurate experience
- Outstanding organizational skills; able to multitask
- Must seek to take the initiative and has demonstrated a strong work ethic
- Ability to provide guidance to and motivate prospective students
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- Excellent computer skills: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and social networking
- Flexibility to work occasional nights and/or weekends
- 30% travel, some may require overnight stays
Preferred
- Experience in sales, marketing, or education.
- Experience working with the Georgia Student Finance Commission and state funding programs
- Fluency in Spanish and English
Point University's mission is to educate students for Christ-centered service and leadership around the world. As a Christian university, we expect employees to be committed Christians who model spiritual development for students, as outlined here. We welcome applicants who support the University's goals and statement of faith.