Admissions Representative - Higher Ed. jobs in District of Columbia

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Position Overview

Looking to take your sales skills to the next level? Moreland University, a renowned Teacher Education brand within Colibri Group, is seeking a dynamic Admissions Sales Representative to be the first point of contact for potential students. In this direct sales role, you'll use your excellent communication and persuasion skills to provide accurate information, identify the best program fit, and help guide students through the enrollment process to achieve their career goals in teacher licensure. As a Moreland University representative, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the future of education by helping to build a talented and diverse community of educators. If you're passionate about sales and education, and have the drive to succeed in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply today! Must located in the DC Metro area.

• Lead and Applicant Management
• Actively communicate and engage with potential candidates via Zoom, email, phone, and text to move and nurture them through the enrollment cycle
• Successfully manage a database of leads and nurture and convert leads into fully enrolled candidates
• Meet ALL admissions team weekly and monthly sales goals
• Work closely with Director of Admissions in coordinating recruitment efforts
• Establish rapport and build relationships with prospective candidates by understanding a prospect’s background, motivation, and goals and actively sell these candidates on the value of Moreland
• Provide engaging and accurate information about Moreland University’s value proposition to prospective candidates
• Communication
• Communicate in culturally sensitive ways with applicants from all over the world, as well as various academic, professional, and cultural backgrounds
• Set regular appointments with qualified leads for program discussion and application submission, followed by enrollment
• Provide accurate and timely information as required to your supervisor
• Product Knowledge
• Develop a strong knowledge of the Moreland University product portfolio in order to facilitate the sales process
• Understand how our products meet a prospect’s needs for a recognized teaching qualification (license/credential) and/or Master’s in Education (M.Ed.)

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in inside sales, admissions sales, customer services, higher education, or related role
• Inside sales experience and knowledge, along with a proven track record of being hungry to hit sales targets
• Articulate and friendly speaker and writer to communicate with prospective candidates on the phone, online, and via email
• High quality use of written communications relevant to grammar, conventions, logical flow, and word choice

Colibri Group welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed in the job description. Research has shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification, and we want to actively combat this bias in our hiring process. If you're excited about the role and believe you have the skills and experience to contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences is essential to our success. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another position within our organization. Don't hesitate to take the leap and apply today!

Colibri Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Colibri Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.