Student Qualifying Representative
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- Sales
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- Entry level
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Prospecting role at a nonprofit university: make outbound calls and reply to chat inquiries from prospective students, check they meet the admission qualifications, and hand them off to the Admissions team. Needs a Bachelor's degree, solid communication, and evenings/weekends availability. Learning the Salesforce-based admissions CRM matters more than prior experience; higher-education background is a plus.
Job Description: The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 45 years. As an employee at The Chicago School, you can become a member of a n inclusive community committed to excellence . At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come. POSITION SUMMARY The Student Qualif ying Representative is responsible for advancing the University’s growth efforts at The Chicago School. The Representative is expected to make initial contact with prospective student who are seeking information about the program and the university, ensure that the prospective student meets established qualifications, and transfer the prospective student to the appropriate Admissions Representatives . This is a remote position. Limited local and regional travel may be required . KEY RESPONSIBILITES Engage with prospective students , including but not limited to: Through outbound calling, completing calls in accordance with established scripts and policies. By responding to all new student inquiries quickly and by maintaining consistent communication with the prospect . By engaging with prospective students through the web chat platform. Qualify prospective students and successfully transfer them to an Admissions R epresentative Maintenance of records and effective communication , including but not limited to . Maintain Salesforce database through inquiry management, proper documentation, logging of calls and activities, and a purposeful contact strategy. Positively and professionally represent the university through telephone-based, virtual, and in-person meetings and events. Maintain communication with all admissions staff and or other departments within the university. Perform other duties as assigned. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Effective communication and listening skills. The ability to learn and work within admissions databases and CRM tools. The ability to work evenings and weekends. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in higher education. Proven ability to take initiative, problem solve, and work in an ambiguous, fast-paced, and matrixed environment to achieve outstanding results. Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills. The Chicago School offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events. The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Link: Company: The Chicago School
What you'll do
- Engage with prospective students via outbound calling, following established scripts and policies
- Respond to all new student inquiries promptly and keep consistent contact with prospects
- Engage with prospective students through the web chat platform
- Qualify prospective students and transfer them to an Admissions Representative
- Maintain the Salesforce database via inquiry management, documentation, logging of calls and activities, and a purposeful contact strategy
- Represent the university professionally in phone-based, virtual, and in-person meetings/events
- Maintain communication with admissions staff and other university departments
- Perform other duties as assigned
What they require
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to learn and work within admissions databases and CRM tools
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
- Preferred: experience in higher education
- Preferred: proven ability to take initiative, problem solve, and work in an ambiguous, fast-paced, matrixed environment
- Preferred: excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Medical and dental coverage
- Company-funded life insurance and disability insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development
- Employee appreciation events
education organization in Washington D.C., United States