Regional Admissions Advisor

Eastern Washington University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Central, UTAH
Deadline: 20 Dec 2022

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Title Regional Admissions Advisor
Posting Number 2022120EP

Position Information


Classification Title Regional Admissions Advisor
Working Title Regional Admissions Advisor
Classification Code 1329
RCW Exemption Criteria 13 - Counseling of Students
EWU Position Number E99654
CUPA Code No Match
FLSA Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit PSE
% Full Time 100
Salary / Wage Range PS - 104
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is $46,000 (minimum) up to $48,000. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience and skills.
Anticipated Start Date 01/16/2023
Term of Appointment 12
Location Central Washington (Central counties)
County Multiple
Project Description
Project Duration
Background Check Yes - Both
Responsible HR User Saundra Godin
Responsible HR User Email address [email protected]

Posting Text


Job Summary
Enrollment Services at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Regional Admissions Advisor for the territory that includes but is not limited to Central Washington (Chelan, Douglas, Kittitas, Yakima, and Klickitat).
  • Applicants must reside in one of the territory counties.


The Regional Admissions Advisor is responsible for recruitment of prospective students for Eastern Washington University through territory management, travel, prospective student communication, admissions presentations, and file review. Reports to the Senior Assistant Director of Recruitment. Responsible for recruitment of prospective students for Eastern Washington University through territory management, travel, prospective student communication, admissions presentations, and file review. Reports to the Assistant Director of Recruitment.
About Us
Enrollment Services supports Eastern Washington University’s mission by providing quality service to students, families, faculty, staff, and community partners while contributing to a university centered on student learning and success. For more information about us and all the services we provide, visit our website.
Applications will be accepted through December 20, 2022; screening of applications will begin the next day. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.
The candidate selected for this position will be rewarded with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package which includes highly subsidized health/dental plans, retirement plan, generous paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays (adjusted accordingly), tuition waiver benefit and more!
EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Dedicated space for Regional office within one’s home
  • Person must live in one of the counties of the assigned territory.
  • Ability to be flexible regarding travel and working non-traditional hours, including weekends, when necessary including travel within territory, away from Regional office
  • Position requires some physical work, lifting boxes and set up of booth displays


This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR and proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
  • COVID-19 Vaccination and Exemption Information link: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/

This position is covered by the Public School Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Upon hire – You must complete required DEI, Hazing, and Harassment and Title IX training. The training will be available online, in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and listed on Human Resources’ https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/ .
Physical Demands
Optional: Contact Saundra Godin in Human Resources at [email protected] to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.
  • Position requires some physical work, lifting boxes and set up of booth displays
Pre-Placement Physical No
Hearing Test No
Medical Monitoring Post Hire No
Protective Equipment
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Spanish bilingual ability
  • Ability to participate in evening and weekend events
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, pay attention to detail and produce desired results
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, friendly and effective manner both orally and in writing
  • Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures regarding transfer admission and records management
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of an integrated team
  • Capacity to effectively address diverse constituencies
  • Advanced computer skills to include: Microsoft Office Suite and SCT Banner (or equivalent)
  • Proficient user of laptop computer, projector, and cell phone
  • Candidates must offer a demonstrated high degree of interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility or diversity.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge and understanding of Eastern Washington University
  • Previous work experience in admissions, recruitment or student advising
  • Demonstrated ability to manage programs from planning through implementation to completion
  • Experience using a customer relationship management system (CRM) such as Slate
Other Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, friendly and effective manner both orally and in writing
  • Ability to be flexible regarding travel and working non-traditional hours, including weekends, when necessary including travel within territory, away from Regional office;
  • Position requires some physical work, lifting boxes and set up of booth displays;
  • Position requires employee to have a home office within the assigned territory
Work Schedule Type Regular
Work Schedule
  • 8am-5pm, evening and weekend hours at times;
  • Ability to be flexible regarding travel and working non-traditional hours, including weekends, when necessary including travel within territory, away from Regional office
Posting Date 12/06/2022
Open Until Further Notice No
Closing Date 12/20/2022
Screening to Begin 12/21/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.
  • Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
  • Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
  • Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
  • Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
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    Application Types Accepted Application

    Job Duties


    % of Time 60
    Responsibility / Duty
    Coordinate recruitment and outreach utilizing best practices in territory management:
    • Travel where designated to represent the University and support recruiting efforts;
    • Conduct recruitment visits to high schools, community colleges, community organizations and other recruitment venues;
    • Maintain strong relationships with students and families from eastern Oregon and manage the territory with customized support;
    • Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with guidance counselors, community organizations and agencies, and other key influencers;
    • Maintain contact with prospective students, school personnel, families, etc. and make referrals as necessary given the specific needs of students;
    • Advise prospective students, school personnel and families on processes/policies relating to application, admissions, financial aid, and academics;
    • Develop strategies and approaches for accomplishing programmatic goals and objectives related to early outreach;
    • Develop methods and strategies for recruiting traditional and under-represented students to Eastern;
    • Coordinate recruitment activities & participation of other departments, faculty, student services, enrollment management, etc.;
    • Perform outreach activities; participate in events; serve as university liaison; disseminate university information;
    • Assist with on-campus and off-campus recruitment events including the information sessions, fall open house, spring yield events;
    • Maintain and document regular monthly contact and achieve contact goals with applicants, primarily via phone, but also via e-mail or letter to assist with the application process and provide information as required;
    • Maintain campus visit student database for information tracking of prospective students to disseminate to recruitment staff members;
    • Produces follow-up reports regarding recruitment activities and future plans, and accurately forecast projected new students on a periodic basis, and
    • Analyze yearly activity and use data to plan travel for the following years based on review for the successful management of specified recruitment territory.
    Essential Function Indicator Yes
    % of Time 40
    Responsibility / Duty
    Provide processing and administrative support to the project management and record management operations within the Office of Admissions:
    • Advise students and key influencers on admission and financial aid status and processes;
    • Evaluate new student credentials adhering to university admissions policies;
    • Evaluate student admission applications to determine their ability to succeed using research based assessment tools;
    • Updates and maintains inquiry databases, applicant databases, CRM, and other communication platforms, and prepares weekly and monthly activity reports as requested;
    • Maintain technological skills necessary for file review, admissions processing, and strategic territory management;
    • Interpret WSAC and NACAC policies in making admissions decisions;
    • Utilize national best practices related to holistic admissions review;
    • Advise supervisor on issues and concerns of students or of departments;
    • Analyze data and assess programs/projects; develop reports and proposals to enhance early outreach programs;
    • Represent EWU at conferences and other professional events; participate in networks, org’s, activities;
    • Advise supervisor on issues and concerns of students or of departments;
    • Analyze and assess programs/projects; develop reports and proposal to enhance early outreach programs; and
    • Assist with specialized admissions projects.
    Essential Function Indicator Yes

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