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POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for recruiting qualified applicants for admission to the University in accordance with state and federal accreditation and institutional policies and regulations, consistent with the highest ethical standards. The Admissions Representative is responsible for managing time and inquiry resources to generate interest in our programs. This position will conduct a high volume of prospective phone contacts to secure appointments and facilitate interview activities, and conduct follow-up activities with unresolved interviewees and future class applicants. They will work interdepartmentally with Student Support Services to ensure students are supported and successfully matriculate.&nbsp; Incumbent must ensure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment that is conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion.KEY JOB ELEMENTS: <ul><li>Accurately and completely explain educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial considerations to students, parents, and educators.</li><li>Manage inquiries to achieve prompt contact and performance activity weekly goals; utilize approved recruitment policies/formats; make prompt and effective contact with inquiries and redirect unqualified candidates based on incompatible career goals.</li><li>Secure new inquiries (Personally Developed Referrals) by directly asking phone and in-person contacts about referrals of others who may be interested in programs offered.</li><li>Schedule and conduct interviews, pursue qualified candidates for enrollment, and determine the appropriateness of candidates for enrollment based on career goal compatibility.</li><li>Accurately forecast projected new students periodically for admissions leadership. &nbsp;</li><li>Consistently conduct follow-up meetings, monthly at minimum, with all applicants to ensure successful matriculation.</li><li>Assist other personnel and departments with data collection and problem-solving.</li><li>Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities, including open houses, regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs, career days, community outreach, employer partnerships, etc.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and one year of successful admissions or sales experience, OR associate’s degree and three years of successful admissions or sales experience.&nbsp; (Salary level will be based on degree level.)</li><li>Sincere interest in helping others achieve life goals</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.&nbsp; </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with both faculty and student populations.&nbsp;</li><li>Superior organizational and problem-resolution skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Goal-oriented and highly ethical.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong expertise with MS Office as well as field-related hardware and software packages and systems for reporting features.</li><li>Ability to interact effectively as either a leader or a team member and work collaboratively with other departments.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to listen to customers (e.g., staff, etc.) and to understand and respond positively to their requests.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing assignments and multiple priorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.&nbsp;</li></ul>ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email, video conference, and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.JobFamilyAll PositionsEducationLevelAssociate DegreeTelecommutePercentage100HiringMinRate49062HiringMaxRate65000

South University

Admissions Representative

Department: Real Estate
About Us:
Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors, colleagues, and friends, and strong leadership that provides support and encouragement for career growth.
We are seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) to join our Real Estate department in the Philadelphia office. You'll be part of a team working alongside attorneys, paralegals, and clients. Prior experience supporting real estate lawyers is required. Successful candidates will demonstrate a mastery of technical and administrative skills, assume responsibility with minimal supervision, exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions within the scope of your assigned authority, and both champion and practice collaboration with all employees. The selected individual will work within a team of LAAs, sharing overflow responsibility and support to all timekeepers assigned to the team. This position is hybrid and offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the office. Why Join Us? 
<ul>
<li>Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.</li>
<li>Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.</li>
<li>Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.</li>
<li>Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.</li>
</ul>
Your Role: 
As a Legal Administrative Assistant within our Real Estate Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Providing comprehensive legal administrative support, including extensive document production and coordinating closing materials.</li>
<li>Ensuring fee earners' daily time entries are drafted in accordance with firm and client guidelines; and enter information into firm systems in a timely fashion. Prepare new business intake forms and open new client matters.</li>
<li>Preparing and submit expense reimbursement diaries and process invoices.</li>
<li>Maintaining schedules and calendars, make travel arrangements, update contacts, and do other work as needed.</li>
</ul>
What We're Looking For:
<ul>
<li>Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members by assisting other LAAs and fee earners on a regular basis.</li>
<li>Time Management: Effectively plan, prioritize, and organize work in order to complete assignments and meet deadlines.</li>
<li>Growth Mindset: Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning and problem-solving.</li>
<li>Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.</li>
<li>Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.</li>
</ul>
Required Experience:
Qualified candidates will have significant real estate experience within a law firm or professional services industry plus intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, document management platforms, and billing software.
Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package. A summary of available benefits can be found <a href="https://www.ballardspahr.com/careers/staff" target="_blank">here</a> in the Careers section of the Firm's website.
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you are ready to play a vital role in the Firm's success, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.
At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
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