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Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas : Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement. The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues. Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty.

Our Mission :

Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world.

Our Vision :

An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni.

The Admissions Counselor, reporting to the Associate Director of Admissions and the Associate Campus Director / Campus Director, will be responsible for recruiting and managing the admissions processes for all Alliant degree programs. This role involves handling inquiries and reaching out to prospective students through various communication channels, including telephone, video conference, email, text messaging, and live chat, as well as conducting student interviews.

Office Location : Irvine Campus 2855 Michelle Dr #300, Irvine, CA 92606.

Work Hours : On campus. Standard office hours, this is a 37.5-hour work week, with occasional evening or weekend hours required.

Starting Salary :   Non-exempt position at $28.20 an hour ($55,000 annualized).

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Experience : Experience in a college / university admissions department and / or two or more years of customer service, sales or marketing experience.

Certifications, Licenses, etc. : None.

Skills :

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Salesforce or similar customer relations management system, and experience with integrated business software systems in higher education, including relational databases.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse background.
• Excellent typing skills including speed (40 WPM minimum) and accuracy. A typing test may be required for counselors with live chat responsibilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Highly motivated, focused and results oriented.
• Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal contacts, and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks according to required deadlines.
• Maintain composure under high stress conditions.
• Ability to be optimistic, positive and supportive in all interactions with others.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Duties & Responsibilities :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Background Check Requirements :

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current University employees who apply for the position.

Additional Information :

Anti-Discrimination Policy : Alliant International University prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation in its educational programs, services and activities, and in employment practices, including but not limited to internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, terminations, relationships with outside vendors, use of contractors and consultants, and in its admission or access thereto, on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin or descent, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability (including physical, disease, psychiatric or psychological disability), medical condition, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, hair style or texture associated with race, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Alliant International University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring a high quality of education through the diversity of the University community and the curriculum. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and people from other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply, as we actively seek to increase diversity at all levels. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Human Resources at

Governing legislation : Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the regulations implementing these statutes, and applicable federal and California law.

Alliant International University is a smoke and tobacco free environment.

Company :  Alliant International University, Inc.

Country :  United States of America

State / Region :  California

City : Irvine

Postal Code :  92606

Job ID :  274185