Role Description

The Admissions Advisor/Recruiter assists prospective medical school applicants through the admissions process in an efficient, professional, and supportive manner. This position will provide accurate information regarding admission to Burrell College’s medical program while traveling to recruitment events and on campus. The position also receives and evaluates application materials, provides recommendations for applicant interview invitations, and coordinates communications and interactions between the college and applicants. The Admissions Advisor/Recruiter must possess positive, high energy, exceptional communication skills, creativity, and enthusiasm for an educational environment.

This position is Exempt and reports to the Associate Director of Admissions. It can be remote, but the candidate must reside in close proximity to the New Mexico campus. The salary for this position starts at $48,962, depending on experience.

The selected candidate will support Burrell College’s organizational health initiatives, focusing on enhancing leadership, promoting clarity of purpose, improving communication, and reinforcing a respectful, purpose-driven culture. This role is key to fostering a healthy, high-performing organization that values integrity, transparency, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Bachelor's degree

Requirements

• Assist the Admissions department in coordinating, planning, participating in, and promoting special admission on-campus events including tours, applicant information sessions, and applicant retention activities.
• Evaluate incoming applications to Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Track and conduct follow-up efforts to ensure all required application materials are received.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the Admissions application processes, software, and database.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Services departments to validate admission/enrollment materials needed for prospective and current students.
• Independently represent Burrell at off-site locations such as colleges, conferences, and any other travel-related initiatives.
• Compile comprehensive travel reports/statistics/admissions data.
• Conduct large group and school tours and presentations both in person and virtually.
• Develop, organize, and facilitate Admissions presentations for prospective students and visitors.
• Independently articulate the Burrell College mission to a variety of publics.
• Serve as a member of the Admissions team and manage a recruitment territory and/or population.
• Complete routine reports related to recruitment, projections, conversions, personal schedules, travel, special programs, and/or expense reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of Burrell’s academic, social, extra-curricular, residential options, and financial aid programs.
• Maintain a high volume of communication with prospective applicants of the college.
• Maintain up-to-date travel records of all invited and attended recruitment events.
• Attend and participate in admissions staff meetings.
• During peak travel seasons, work on periodic weekends, and evenings, and travels locally and out of state.
• Encourage a healthy and productive relationship between Admissions and other Burrell offices.

Other Skills Important to the Position

• Ability and willingness to travel for recruitment during travel seasons.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and around deadlines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a deep concern for others and the contributions they make to an organization.
• Possesses both polished and inviting interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Possesses a disposition that genuinely enjoys all people.
• Demonstrates openness to new ideas.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and able to provide a clear driving record.

Company Description

The Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion among our faculty, staff, and students. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and more. Individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to the College’s Mission.

Burrell College campuses and facilities are drug and tobacco-free and comply with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA). Employees and students shall not be involved with the unlawful use of controlled substances and/or illicit drugs.