Location: Lynchburg,VA, USA
Job Summary:
Liberty University Online Academy (LUOA) is seeking motivated individuals for two key roles: Admissions Counselor and Academic Advisor. In these positions, you will play a vital role in guiding prospective students through the admissions process and supporting enrolled students in their academic journey. Your ability to create positive experiences will significantly impact student enrollment and retention. . As you apply, please note that your application will be considered for both the Admissions Counselor and the Academic Advisor roles. Our selection process will match your skills and experiences to the position that best aligns with your qualifications.
Job Posting Title: LUOA Enrollment Call Center Agent
Job Summary:
Liberty University Online Academy (LUOA) is seeking motivated individuals for two key roles: Admissions Counselor and Academic Advisor. In these positions, you will play a vital role in guiding prospective students through the admissions process and supporting enrolled students in their academic journey. Your ability to create positive experiences will significantly impact student enrollment and retention. . As you apply, please note that your application will be considered for both the Admissions Counselor and the Academic Advisor roles. Our selection process will match your skills and experiences to the position that best aligns with your qualifications.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Admissions Counselor:
* Provide exceptional customer service to students and university employees primarily through phone and email communication.
* Convert prospective students into enrolled students by managing inquiries and applications.
* Handle a high volume of phone calls and emails, answering complex questions regarding admissions, academic policies, and curriculum.
* Counsel applicants on admission requirements, placement test scores, and transcript evaluations.
* Operate management systems to record contacts and register new applicants for courses.
* Troubleshoot issues related to the Online Academy and facilitate enrollment meetings with families.
Academic Advisor:
* Provide exceptional customer service to students and university employees primarily through phone and email communication.
* Navigate student/parent issues to ensure accurate and timely resolutions, connecting families with appropriate resources.
* Handle a high volume of phone calls and emails, answering complex questions regarding admissions, academic policies, and curriculum.
* Build rapport with students and parents to enhance long-term enrollment retention.
* Utilize multiple systems and resources to assist students effectively.
Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies:
* Background in sales or customer acquisition preferred; progress towards a college degree required.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to adapt to change, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
* Experience in advising or contact center settings is a plus.
* Ability to work shifts scheduled within the hours of 8 AM - 9 PM Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 6 PM Saturday, and 12 PM - 6 PM Sunday, with occasional overtime during peak seasons.
If you are passionate about helping students succeed and want to be part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply!
Starting Pay Rate
$17.50 per hour
Target Hire Date
2024-10-21
Time Type
Full time
Location
Remote Location
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the religion component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.