Admissions Advisor - Muskegon, MI

Discover the opportunity to join Baker College, honored as one of the 2024 & 2025 Best and Brightest Workplaces in West Michigan, Metro Detroit and Nationally!

We're seeking a passionate and student-focused Admissions Advisor to guide prospective students through one of the most important decisions of their lives.

As an Admissions Advisor at Baker College, you will provide comprehensive guidance and support to prospective and current students throughout the admissions and enrollment process, delivering student-centered outreach through a variety of recruitment channels to engage a diverse audience of learners and their families. Working under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, you will assist students in navigating educational opportunities, transfer credits, financial aid, and institutional policies while helping them achieve their personal and professional goals. This role includes maintaining ongoing communication with prospective students, managing admission records, tracking data, preparing reports, and contributing to the development and implementation of admissions policies and recruitment strategies. You will remain current on higher education trends, represent the institution at recruitment events, support departmental goals, participate in training and professional development, and ensure timely, ethical follow-up throughout the admission and onboarding process in alignment with the College's mission and values.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about supporting students and fostering a dynamic educational environment. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact and share our values, we encourage you to apply.

A Bachelor's Degree in a related field is a requirement for this role, while possessing a Master's degree is preferred. Candidates with 1-3 years of higher education admissions experience are required, though those with more than 3 years' experience are preferred. This experience equips individuals with the necessary background to effectively navigate the complexities of admissions processes and better support prospective students in their educational journey.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, while acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

Join us in shaping the future of education and leadership.

The full position description is available for your review online - Admissions Advisor

ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution-it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

Further Together!

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TITLE IX NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Baker College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located in the Baker College Title IX Policy.

A Bachelor's Degree in a related field is a requirement for this role, while possessing a Master's degree is preferred. Candidates with 1-3 years of higher education admissions experience are required, though those with more than 3 years' experience are preferred. This experience equips individuals with the necessary background to effectively navigate the complexities of admissions processes and better support prospective students in their educational journey.