Sr. Education Partner

Waldorf University

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Education Partner

Department: Outreach

Reports to: Director of Outreach

FLSA: Exempt

Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM CST (extended hours when requested)

Location: Remote

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Waldorf University Outreach, the Regional Outreach Representative is responsible for increasing the visibility of Waldorf University and the programs and opportunities offered within the western and central United States. The individual will present thorough and precise information about Waldorf University in a courteous manner. The Outreach Representative will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships within western and central United States that will result in prospects and students enrolled in the academic programs of the University. This individual will routinely develop and visit partners with Waldorf University to generate new enrollments and relationships. The regional representative will provide exceptional customer service in all aspects of the job duties listed below.

Essential Job Tasks Additional duties may be assigned.

• Support networking opportunities by traveling to recruit potential students, develop relationships with potential students, current students, and centers of influence with the intent of increasing qualified leads and enrollments.
• Communicates with prospective students and Learning Partners Coordinators by building strong relationships via face-to-face visits, technology-based contacts, and routine phone conversations to increase the percentage of enrollments for the department and generate referrals.
• Develop and implement a solid work plan that aligns with the department's Strategic Plan to identify milestones, strengths, and areas of opportunity with the focus area.
• Must be self-motivated with excellent communication skills, as well as possess the ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
• Travel extensively (up to 40% of the time) includes some weekends and holidays.
• Prudent use of WU funds and reconciles credit card expense receipts and reports.
• Service existing accounts/relationships as well as develop new client relationships.
• Recruit new partner organizations and students.
• Create and conduct effective sales presentations, possess superior presentation, and persuasive skills.
• Participate in conferences and schedule meetings to generate leads for students.
• Engage with area Community Colleges to promote current academic programs and emerging academic programs that will facilitate degree completion.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Business Model- Understanding of the niche/industry markets in which Corporate Outreach operates.
• Department operations – Possess knowledge of basic recruiting tactics or sales techniques.

Skills

• Active Listening - Utilize effective telephonic skills to gain a full understanding of what others are saying, take time to understand the points made, and ask questions as appropriate.
• Research - Research niche markets/industries to develop strategies that address specific customer needs.
• Interpersonal Skills - Communicate and interact with leads, applicants, students, and inactive students to effectively build solid relationships to generate enrollments, networks, and referrals.
• Time Management - Manage time appropriately while on the road to ensure that travel time is maximized.
• Critical Thinking – Uses logic and reasoning to look at different types of information to make conclusions and work through problems.

Abilities

• Written Comprehension - Develop solid plans that address every opportunity to reach prospective students, students, and alumni.
• Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Plan Development - Develop a solid work plan that aligns with the Department's strategic plan.
• Plan Implementation - Implement a written and approved work plan that aligns with the Department's Strategic Plan; identify milestones, strengths, and areas of opportunity.
• Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities are needed for success in this position.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to be bonded.
• Military and Corporate experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable of corporate recruiting procedures preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Equipment Used

• Office equipment includes computers, telephones, printers, faxes, and copiers.
• Software used includes Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Blackboard, and internal database software.
• Telephone headsets; Wireless telephone headsets.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The position is remote and should have an established office with secure and reliable internet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.