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Job Title

Regional Advisor II (Laredo, Tx)

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Undergraduate Recruitment

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we want

The Regional Advisor II is responsible for developing and implementing admissions, financial aid, and early outreach strategies to enhance the identification , recruitment, and enrollment of prospective students interested in attending Texas A&M University. Expertise in applying this knowledge is essential.

We are looking for individuals skilled in time management, schedule planning, data input, and protecting confidential information according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Our ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and have a foundational commitment to the Division’s success. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Includsion, and accountability as stated above.

If this sounds like the team for you, we encourage you to apply to join us.

What you need to know

Salary: $45,000.00 -  $46,924.80/annually (Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience)

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Position Details: This position will require travel. This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. This position is located in Laredo, Texas.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

+ Two years of related experience in student services, admissions, recruitment, or financial aid

Preferred Qualifications

+ More than two years of professional experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services related position

+ Experience in giving presentations to large groups

+ Participation in programs or other professional organizations related to admissions, recruitment, student advising, student financial aid or student services

+ Proficiency in student information systems

+ Master's Degree

+ Bilingual

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of financial aid programs and federal regulations relating to student financial aid

+ Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills with individuals or in a group setting

+ Must possess strong organization skills

+ Ability to work well with students and parents

+ Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs

+ Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment

Responsibilities

Recruitment

+ Recruits students from designated high schools and regions

+ Guides students and parents through admissions, scholarships, and financial aid

+ Resolves issues and follows up on questions

+ Coordinates with high school counselors

+ Organizes recruitment activities and manages logistics

+ Travels for visits, job fairs, and presentations

+ Collaborates with organizations like Phi Theta Kappa and Aggie Clubs

Matriculation

+ Advises students on financial needs and budgeting

+ Conducts group presentations on financial aid and scholarships

+ Works with the Financial Aid Office to adjust awards

Customer Service

+ Engages with high school staff to enhance student counseling

+ Develops early awareness programs for recruitment and financial aid

+ Conducts presentations and works at resource tables

+ Builds community contacts and university relationships

+ Creates admissions and financial aid materials

+ Presents at conferences

Job Knowledge

+ Learns university policies and opportunities

+ Attends workshops and conferences

+ Serves on committees

+ Uses university systems like Banner and AIS

Leadership

+ Mentors and trains peer advisors

+ Guides peer advisors in building relationships

+ Takes on leadership roles in professional associations

+ Coordinates major office programs

Who we are

The Office of Undergraduate Recruitment handles freshman, transfer, international, and other prospective students who wish to apply to Texas A&M University. The office is also responsible for recruiting and enrollment an academically prepared student body geographically and economically varied. In addition, Undergraduate Recruitment also offers several opportunities for prospective students and their families to visit campus throughout the year to learn about the rich traditions and culture of Texas A&M University.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

+ Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month

+ Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training and webinars

+ Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html)   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

For additional information on benefits Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/\_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf)

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.