Company Description:
Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With over 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York’s largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields.
Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education.
The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.
Job Description:
The Office of Admissions is seeking an Admissions Advisor to join FSC’s Admissions team. This is a full-time position and requires an energetic, self-motivated individual to work both independently and as part of our team. The Admissions Advisor will be responsible for application review and student recruitment primarily on Long Island and throughout the tri-state area.
Evenings, weekends, and overnight travel throughout NY State and surrounding area is required.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review admissions applications to select admissions programs. Track applicant status, communication with applicants and departments, uphold program standards, and enrollment targets.
- Schedule and conduct school visits in assigned territory working directly with students, parents, school counselors and community-based organizations.
- Participate in recruitment events on and off campus- evening and weekend hours are required.
- Present information about FSC to large audiences on topics ranging from general campus information to specialized academic programs.
- Organize large scale on campus enrollment and yield events.
- Meet with students and parents for admissions appointments facilitating the application process.
- Support prospective students, families, colleagues and campus partners with Admissions related requests.
- Answer phone calls during peak times and provide accurate information while demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
- Respond to voice mails and emails expeditiously.
The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:
- Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
- Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
- Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College’s many community partners.
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively, have exceptional presentation skills and experience, and desire to work in a fast-paced, goal-oriented office.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 or more years of experience working in an admissions office in a professional capacity.
- Experience with a Student Information System and Technolutions Slate.
- Knowledge of current enrollment trends and student recruitment.
- Familiar with current trends in Higher Education and recruitment territory management.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Bilingual Spanish speaker.
- Graduate of Farmingdale State College.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time UUP position.
- For the first 10 working days, beginning Thursday, December 19, 2024, and ending Friday, January 3, 2025, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
- CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled
- SALARY: $55,151 + $3,400 in downstate location pay = $58,551 Total Compensation.
The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.
Click here for New York State Benefits Summary
Visit our Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer.
VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION
The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link
http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml
This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College’s operations.
Farmingdale State College’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.
The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the “Apply Now” link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions:
Only applications made through Farmingdale’s electronic application system will be accepted. Once you successfully apply you will receive an email as confirmation. Returning applicants may login to their Farmingdale State College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.
State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.