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SUNY Buffalo State Admissions Advisor in Buffalo, New York
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About Buffalo State
Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.
Faculty/Professional Professional
Department Admissions Office
Local Title Admissions Advisor
Budget Title Admissions Advisor
Rank SL-3
Line Number 23547, 28799
Salary Range $55,151
FTE Full-Time
Negotiating Unit UUP
FLSA Exempt
Department Website
suny.buffalostate.edu/admissions
Brief Job Description
There are two open positions for this posting.
As an Admissions Advisor focusing on the Metro New York region for Buffalo State University, you’ll be instrumental in implementing our new student recruitment plan. You’ll represent Buffalo State at college fairs, high school visits, community agencies, and community colleges across New York state with an emphasis on New York City (New York, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Richmond counties), fostering relationships with prospective students, parents, school counselors, and community-based organizations. Your role will involve advising students and parents on the application process, conducting group information sessions, and participating in various recruitment events both on and off-campus. Additionally, you’ll be responsible for organizing and running at least one overnight bus trip or similar recruitment event, along with managing partnerships with college access programs.
Implement the new student recruitment plan for the Metro New York region, including overnight travel throughout the area.
Represent Buffalo State at college fairs, high schools, community agencies, and community colleges to engage with prospective students and counselors.
Advise students and parents on the application process and assist with follow-up strategy.
Participate in new student events such as open houses, monthly on-call responsibilities, virtual one-on-one sessions, and Saturday visit days.
Coordinate at least one overnight bus trip or similar recruitment event to attract prospective students to Buffalo State University.
Conduct group information sessions, including some Saturdays, to provide information about Buffalo State University.
Recruit in an assigned territory and participate in local and on-campus activities and events.
Develop relationships with school counselors at feeder high schools to support student recruitment efforts.
Review applicants’ high school and college credentials to determine eligibility for admission.
Triage email inquiries, text messages, and phone calls from prospective students.
Represent Buffalo State professionally at recruiting events, conferences, high school visits, and college fairs.
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree
· Demonstrated experience in college admissions or related area within higher education
· Ability to travel overnight and work evenings and weekends up to 10 weeks of recruitment-related travel per semester
· Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
· Strong organizational skills
· Use of Microsoft Office suite programs (Word, Excel, Outlooks and PowerPoint)
· Must possess a valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
· Master’s degree
· Experience with a student database system (e.g., Banner, Slate)
· Experience working with diverse student populations
Anticipated Date of Hire 07/15/2024
Priority Review Date
Application Deadline Date 06/28/2024
Open Until Filled No
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Contact Email
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/7487
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at warnesje@buffalostate.edu or call (716) 878-4822.
Background Investigation Statement
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.
Clery Statement
Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at (716) 878-6333.
New York State Executive Order 161
Pursuant to Executive Order 161 (https://goer.ny.gov/executive-order-161-1) , 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 Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. Further restrictions on using salary information in the hiring process appear in Labor Law §194-a (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/LAB/194-A) .
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Buffalo State website
Buffalo News
Buffalo Rocket
Challenger
Chronicle of Higher Education
HigherEdJobs
Panorama Hispano News
Employee Referral
Other
- All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.
I agree to comply with the college's policy.
I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)
- What is your highest level of education attained?
High School Diploma or GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
J.D. (Juris Doctor)
None of the above
- Please share with us what diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to you and why they are important.
(Open Ended Question)
- Please describe your work experience in college admissions.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References
Optional Documents