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Bruce Taylor

Summary

Professional admissions expert prepared to excel in guiding prospective students and managing application processes. Known for effectively communicating with diverse groups and enhancing student experiences. Highly reliable, adaptable, and committed to collaborative team efforts and achieving results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Admissions Counselor

University Of Jamestown
09.2024 - Current
  • Coordinate campus visits for prospective students and their families, showcasing the institution''s facilities, programs, and resources.
  • Increase enrollment rates by organizing and participating in college fairs, open houses, and information sessions.
  • Enhance applicant experience by providing personalized guidance and support throughout the admissions process.
  • Deliver engaging presentations about the college/university at various off-campus events such as high school visits or conferences.
  • Mentor newly hired Admissions Counselors on best practices related to application review procedures and follow-up strategies.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries from prospective students via phone, email, or social media channels.
  • Develop strong relationships with high schools and community organizations to promote the institution''s programs and offerings.
  • Contribute to a positive campus culture by assisting with orientation events for new students.
  • Streamline application review process, resulting in faster decision-making and improved communication with applicants.

Director of Student Services and Persistence

Beckfield College
02.2022 - 09.2024
  • Enhanced student services by streamlining processes and implementing efficient systems.
  • Provided strategic direction for the design and delivery of comprehensive orientation programming, ensuring a smooth transition experience for incoming students.
  • Built strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders to enhance available resources for students.
  • Collaborated with faculty to create targeted interventions for at-risk students, resulting in increased graduation rates.

Senior Admissions Representative

Beckfield College
12.2015 - 02.2022
  • Served as a mentor to new Admissions Representatives, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective recruiting strategies.
  • Established an efficient workflow for handling application materials, reducing processing time and errors while increasing productivity.
  • Streamlined application procedures, resulting in a more efficient admissions process for both students and staff.
  • Met or exceeded individual recruitment goals each year by developing tailored strategies based on market research and trends analysis.
  • Increased enrollment rates by efficiently managing and tracking prospective student inquiries.
  • Promoted diversity within the campus community by actively recruiting underrepresented populations to our institution.

Education

Master of Arts - Student Affairs

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI
05-2016

Skills

  • Admissions
  • Social media proficiency
  • Registration processes
  • Goal setting
  • Student support
  • On-campus event planning
  • Recruitment
  • Professional development training
  • Higher education
  • College interviewing
  • Problem-solving
  • Student registration
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Emotional support
  • Conflict management
  • Student records maintenance
  • Relationship development

Timeline

Admissions Counselor

University Of Jamestown
09.2024 - Current

Director of Student Services and Persistence

Beckfield College
02.2022 - 09.2024

Senior Admissions Representative

Beckfield College
12.2015 - 02.2022

Master of Arts - Student Affairs

Saginaw Valley State University

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